Deputy City Marshal

CITY OF GALVESTON•Galveston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Deputy City Marshal enforces compliance of City, state and federal codes and ordinances; performs housing, environmental and zoning inspections. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, conducting daily inspections of nuisances, locating and inspecting unsafe structures and fences in need of repair, researching the current ownership and verification of violations for properties, preparing cases not resulting in criminal charges for abatement, maintaining an awareness of projects needing permits, and submitting liens for recording at the County Clerk’s office. The role requires strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. The Deputy City Marshal reviews documentation reports for accuracy and compliance with City ordinance and other applicable Laws, acts as a liaison with other outside agencies, the public, and between management and subordinate personnel. They coordinate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the investigation of crimes and the apprehension of offenders, disaster preparedness, training, information systems and records management. The position involves anticipating libelous situations and reducing or eliminating civil exposure. The Deputy City Marshal answers questions from the public concerning local and State and Federal laws, procedures, and activities of the department; participates in community meetings, including oral presentations. They investigate complaints concerning shift personnel. Employees may be required to work in order to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency. The role establishes priorities to coordinate, plan, organize and complete work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. They provide liaison services with local, state and federal officials and local neighborhood groups. The Deputy City Marshal supports the relationship between the City of Galveston and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of City organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of modern police administration principles, practices and techniques.
Knowledge of law enforcement best practices.
Knowledge of practices and principles of community policing within a multi-ethnic community structure.
Knowledge of criminal laws, codes and ordinances and court interpretations, including rights of citizens, apprehension, arrest, search and seizure and rules of evidence.
Knowledge of Land Development Regulations, City Municipal codes, State and Federal applicable laws.
Knowledge of advanced management techniques for effective employee supervision.
Knowledge of diverse skills related to community policing, community relations and advanced conflict resolution.
Knowledge of management and administrative principles, techniques, and methodologies.
Ability to interpret, convey, and ensure implementation of Department policies, procedures, and methods; ensure that personnel have clear guidelines of authority and responsibility.
Knowledge of methods and techniques used in providing the full range of law enforcement and code enforcement prevention services and activities including investigation and identification, patrol, traffic control, records management, care and custody of persons and property, and crime prevention.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Knowledge of Texas local government codes.
Skill in managing situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness and sound judgment.
Skill in building effective work teams and providing efficient customer service.
Skill in understanding and applying City policies and procedures, and applicable federal and state regulations.
Skill in explaining City policies and procedures.
Skill in managing staff, delegating tasks and authority, and providing coaching to improve staff performance.
Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with all levels within the City.
Skill in communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
One year of experience in building inspection and code enforcement is a plus.
Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License.
Must possess a TCOLE license.
Ability to obtain the Texas Code Enforcement Officer License within one year of employment.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in building inspection and code enforcement.

Responsibilities

Conducts daily inspections of nuisances, locating and inspecting unsafe structures and fences in need of repair, researching the current ownership and verification of violations for properties, preparing cases not resulting in criminal charges for abatement, maintaining an awareness of projects needing permits, and submitting liens for recording at the County Clerk’s office.
Reviews documentation reports for accuracy and compliance with City ordinance and other applicable Laws.
Act as a liaison with other outside agencies, the public, and between management and subordinate personnel.
Contact and coordinate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the investigation of crimes and the apprehension of offenders, disaster preparedness, training, information systems and records management.
Anticipate libelous situations; reduce or eliminate civil exposure.
Answer questions from the public concerning local and State and Federal laws, procedures, and activities of the department; participate in community meetings, including oral presentations.
Investigates complaints concerning shift personnel.
Employees may at time be required to work in order to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency.
Establishes priorities to coordinate, plan, organize and complete work in accordance with sound time-management methodology.
Provides liaison services with local, state and federal officials and local neighborhood groups.
Supports the relationship between the City of Galveston and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
Employees may at any time be required to work in order to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency.