What are the responsibilities and job description for the Code Enforcement Officer position at Haltom City?
Receives and investigates code violation complaints; enforces building and municipal codes; attends court proceedings; communicates with citizens who may be upset and performs other related duties as assigned.
Example of Duties:
- Processes code violation complaints received in person and via telephone, mail, and email.
- Responds to code related inquires.
- Interprets and enforces City codes and ordinances; issues violation notices and citations as warranted.
- Investigates alleged violations in code; identifies and addresses health, trash, high grass, junk vehicle, and/or other types of code violations.
- Updates and maintains code files.
- Attends court proceedings and provides testimony pertaining to code violations.
- Travels assigned City district areas and proactively monitors for violations in code.
- Removes illegally placed signs from City/State rights-of-way and utility poles; and illegal dumping in rights-of-way.
- Prepares and maintains a variety of departmental records and reports.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Typical Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent, and two years code enforcement experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Possession of a valid Texas Driver's License is required.
- Code Enforcement Officer Certification and/or the ability to speak Spanish is a plus.
- Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
