Under general supervision, enforces applicable codes, regulations, and ordinances to promote property maintenance standards for single-family, multi-family, and commercial properties. This position will interact with City of Arlington citizens, property owners, tenants, and business owners/managers to promote safe, strong, and attractive neighborhoods.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
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Conduct inspections of single-family properties, multi-family properties, commercial properties, and public swimming pools.
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Perform administrative duties such as preparing emails, case documentation, notices of violation, affidavits, and inspection warrants.
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Effectively correspond verbally and in writing with citizens and route complaints to appropriate personnel. Read, interpret, and explain ordinances, follow standard operating procedures.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
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Issue citations and testify in court.
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Work with citizens and connect them with available services.
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Promote and contribute to Code Compliance programs and community events.
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Remove illegally placed bandit signs.
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Conduct nuisance abatements using a variety of methods and tools.
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Coordinate and facilitate contractor abatements of code violations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
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Ability to work and make decisions independently.
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Ability to work independently and as a team member.
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Knowledge of state, local and federal laws and regulations pertaining to code compliance.
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Knowledge of legal proceedings involved in code compliance.
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Knowledge of methods and techniques of interviewing and conducting investigations.
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Knowledge of strong customer service practices.
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Skill in using positive interpersonal skills.
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Skill in developing periodic reports and correspondence.
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Skill in managing multiple tasks.
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Skill in communicating ideas, concepts, and terminology effectively to other staff and the public through oral and written means.
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Ability to work and make decisions independently.
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Ability to provide consistent, calm, and professional customer service.
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Ability to write clear and concise letters and reports.
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Ability to read and interpret laws, ordinances, and regulations.
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Ability to make sound decisions based upon detailed information received through oral and written communication.
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Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with others.
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Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.
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Ability to operate a variety of tools and equipment utilized in code compliance work.
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Ability to operate a motorized vehicle.
Ability to work in both an indoor and outdoor environment.
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Ability to prepare investigative and technical reports.
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Ability to perform a wide variety of physical skills, including but not limited to, hearing, speaking, climbing, driving, lifting, seeing, squatting, reaching, and walking.
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Ability to operate a variety of office equipment, including but not limited to, calculator, MS Office applications, personal computer programs, and telephone.
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Ability to work hours may include weekends, evenings and/or after hour calls. Duty assignments may require rotation within divisional units or assignments because of the technical, procedural and/or legal knowledge required of the assignment.
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Employee may be subject to chemicals, dust, poisonous plants, insects, animals, odors, and mold. Qualifying Education and Experience:
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High School Diploma or GED.
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Two (2) years of work experience related to customer service, code enforcement, housing inspections, pool inspections, construction, quality control, or a related area.
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Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Mental Health First Aid Certification or other certification approved by the department head, within 12 months.
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State of Texas Basic Code Enforcement Officer Certification or ability to obtain within 1 year.
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Must have a valid Texas driver license.
Employment Screenings Required:
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Criminal Background Check
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Drug & Alcohol Testing
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Human Performance Evaluation (HPE)
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Motor Vehicle Record Review (MVR)
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Physical Examination
City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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