Summary
Responsible for enforcing city ordinances and development codes dealing with nuisance, health and safety, and property maintenance. Minimum Housing requirements for Single Family residential, Multi-Family, Commercial property, and Zoning.
Pay Range: (Depending on qualifications and experience)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Respond to and investigate citizen complaints.
Actively patrol assigned areas to review for code violations.
Issue notices of violation, citations, inspection reports, and nuisance abatement work orders for city contractors.
Assist in case file management, preparing cases for warrants and Property Standards Board hearing cases.
Enforce City Ordinances, Garland Development Code, and International Building and Residential Codes by performing scheduled inspections.
Represent City at Homeowner and Neighborhood Association Meetings.
Represent City in Court as required. Assist with training new Code Inspectors.
Maintain required CEU's for Code Officer Certification as required by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Respond in person, verbally and written communication with property owners/managers.
Zoning Inspections
Minimum Qualifications
60 college credit hours or advanced training beyond high school level in related area.
4 years experience in code enforcement
Certified Code Officer II certification or another applicable certification approved by Management
Elevated customer service-related experience
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Preferred Qualifications
Education/ Experience
Associate Degree in a related field such as Public Administration, Construction Science, etc.
ICC Zoning Inspector Certification
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Comprehensive knowledge of applicable ordinances, laws, codes, and regulations
Comprehensive knowledge of construction standards and inspection procedures
Ability to learn quickly and remain flexible in a fast-paced work environment
Ability to maintain neat and concise data
Multi-lingual skills highly preferred
Basic skills in Microsoft Office (including Word, Outlook, Excel)
Comprehensive knowledge of Code Compliance Software system.
Working knowledge of Zoning Regulations
Licenses and Certifications
Certified Code Officer II certification or another applicable certification approved by Management
ICC Zoning Inspector Certification within 12 months of hire
Valid Class C Texas driver's license
Based on current TDLR requirements