Code Compliance Officer

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General Description

Under the general supervision of the Chief of Police, the Code Compliance Officer performs compliance investigations and enforces municipal ordinances related to tall weeds and grass, junk and debris, nuisances, junk vehicles, dangerous buildings, and other ordinances of the City of Coleman. The work involves patrolling areas of the city to identify and enforce property ordinances and related laws, rules and regulations, interview property owners and isue Notices of Violation. This position will also provide assistance to the Animal Control Department. This position requires frequent public interaction which can become confrontational. This is an appointed and at-will position. The candidate must be highly motivated and strive for success and commitment to the mission, vision, and values of the City of Coleman. These values are the foundation of the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Enforce city and state regulations including, but not limited to tall grass, junk and debris, nuisances, junk vehicles, dangerous buildings, parking violations and related city ordinances.
• Initiates code violation abatement procedures as appropriate.
• Prepares case files, Issues Notices of Violation, and files cases in Municipal Court as appropriate.
• Testifies in court and Building Standards Hearings, as necessary.
• Shall be required to work some evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergencies.

Experience and Education

• High School Diploma or GED
• Prefer experience in code enforcement, law enforcement, or related fields
• Must have the ability to obtain a Texas Code Enforcement Certificate

Other Requirements

• Valid Texas Driver’s License
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen and criminal background check

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Requires knowledge of the purpose and methods of property nuisance programs; Effective case file management, property research skills and use of Microsoft Office and other software as needed; Must be able to deal courteously with the public and operate a vehicle safely; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and City officials; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Environmental Conditions:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly active with periods of mild exertion and work is performed in office, field settings and outside in varying weather conditions. Typical positions require workers to walk or stand for long periods. 70% of time is outside and 30 % inside; sit at a desk and use hands to operate various machines and/or equipment; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to talk and hear. The employee must occasionally move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Will have frequent interaction with the general public. Must be able to maintain a good relationship with coworkers and the general public. Interaction with others outside the organization requires exercising participative management skills that support team efforts and quality processes.

Managerial Discretion:

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar level difficulty The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. This description is subject to modification as the needs and requirements of the position change.

Candidates may apply directly for the position by picking up an application at the City Hall offices (200 West Liveoak Street, Coleman TX, 76834) or may complete an application online via the City of Coleman website at cityofcolemantx.us.

Applicants should submit completed applications and resumes to:

ATTN: Human Resources
Coleman City Hall
PO Box 592
Coleman, TX 76834
personnel@cityofcolemantx.us

The salary for the position shall be based on qualifications. The position will remain open until filled and is subject to close without notice.