What are the responsibilities and job description for the Code Enforcement/Health Officer position at City of Pearland, TX?
The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time Code Enforcement/Health Officer to lead and improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of our Fire department.
The Code Enforcement/Health Officer earns a competitive hourly salary of $21.19-$22.94/hour, based on qualifications. Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match, life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.
ABOUT THE CITY OF PEARLAND
The City of Pearland has received a Top Workplaces of 2023 USA award from Energage, a leading research firm that specializes in employee engagement and workplace culture each year across the United States.
Pearland is one of the fastest growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and superb quality of life. Ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas, Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation.
Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth. Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.
A DAY IN THE LIFE AS A CODE ENFORCEMENT/HEALTH OFFICER
This role will primarily emphasize responsibilities related to code and/or health inspections, investigations, and regulation depending on experience.
Job Summary
The purpose of this class within the organization is to ensure the safety and health of the citizens of Pearland by vigilantly enforcing the standards established by the ordinances approved by the City Council, State Laws, and International Code Council volumes as adopted in regard to food inspections, health inspections, dangerous buildings, accumulation of trash and debris, illegal dumping, vehicle violations, and other general nuisance violations.
This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Essential Functions
- Performs health inspections, code enforcement inspections, daycare inspections, and school inspections.
- Tracks and maintains restaurant facilities and assists with district assignments.
- Inspects commercial and residential locations to ensure that regulations specified in federal, state and City codes are being followed.
- Investigates reports of food-borne illness and concerns received regarding safe food preparation, cooking, storage, and handling.
- Ensures the safety and health of the citizens through regular visits to Pearland businesses and residential locations and responding to complaints filed.
- Inspects commercial and residential locations to ensure that regulations specified in federal, state and City codes are being followed.
- Assists in preparing case reports for court and administrative proceedings; testifies in court and at proceedings when necessary.
- Works with and educates the general public with regards to enforcement of laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances.
- Receives and responds to citizen complaints; enters, processes, and acquires data for complaints, research, and investigations.
- For detailed additional information about this position, please review the attached job description.
Requirements
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
- Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.
Special Certifications and Licenses:
- Valid Texas Driver's License
- TDLR Code Enforcement Officer Registration, or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment
- DSHS Food Manager Certification within 3 months of employment
Preferred:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Sanitarian Certification
Salary : $2 - $21
