About this opportunity
City Of Angleton lists this Code Enforcement Officer/Health Inspector opportunity in angleton, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Department: Building Services
Reports To: Sr Building Inspector/City Planner
Pay Classification: B-31
Location: City Hall
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
SUMMARY
The purpose of this position is to ensure compliance with city codes and ordinances through coordination of the abatement of violations. An individual in this position will serve as a Code Enforcement Officer, and coordinate activities related to the enforcement of City Codes on property maintenance, residential, commercial, signage, and health. The Code Enforcement Officer has frequent interaction with other City employees and the public.
** This position is safety sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol screening.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. The position description is subject to change by the city as the needs of the city and requirements of the position change.
Performs food establishment inspections; enforces compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, plans, permits and/or regulations
Schedules and conducts inspections to ensure compliance with City Codes and Ordinances; documents discrepancies, writes reports, communicates results of inspections, and conducts follow-up inspections
Inspects food service establishments for compliance with codes and laws by making routine field inspections and prepares findings reports and possible corrective action
Ensure City records have accurate information regarding food service establishments and prepared reports.
May conduct education in food service sanitation and safety for employees
Compiles statistical data and responsible for data entry for City files
Investigates reports of code violations; generates code violation letters and citations as needed; documents violations and communicates status with citizens
May attend court to provide testimony related to the prosecution of code violations
Locate, remove, and dispose of illegal signs; write citation for illegal signs
Maintains and updates data, records, files, and relevant documentation related to assignment areas; conducts basic research, collects data, and prepares activity logs and reports
Coordinates with other departments, agencies or organizations for special events, projects, or initiatives; reviews and approves requests for special events in the City
Visually inspects food service establishments for compliance with State legal requirements and City codes, investigates complaints related to State law and City ordinance violations, and prepares inspection findings and daily reports for department director and supervisor review.
Coordinates the training of personnel; oversees the review of all sign permit applications
Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
Special Knowledge Applicable Federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations and/or ordinances
Basic inspection principles, practices, and procedures
Code enforcement techniques
Customer service principles
Safety principles and safe work practices
Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment
Modern office technology and equipment
Ability To utilize specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment
communicate technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
interpret and apply applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards
conduct inspections and monitor safety hazards or compliance concerns
read and interpret plans, specifications and/or applicable technical documentation
identify and respond to compliance violations and safety concerns
determine severity of compliance violations
prepare and issue notices, citations, or warnings
prepare and maintain data, records, files, logs, and reports
coordinate with other departments or organizations
utilize modern office technology and equipment effectively
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
The preferred way to obtain the minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position are listed below. The city reserves the right to allow
substitutions if a candidate or incumbent exceeds requirements in one area but may be deficient in another.
Education and Experience High School Diploma or GED required
Four (4) year degree with thirty (30) hours of science preferred.
Two (2) years of related experience in assigned area of responsibility.
Special Licenses, Certificates or Designations Valid Texas Driver's License in good standing.
Texas Certified Basic Code Enforcement Officer license preferred. Registered Code Enforcement Certification preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Frequently requires balancing, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, climbing to heights, seeing, repetitive motions and up to 20 pounds of force frequently and up to 10 pounds of force constantly. Occasionally requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Employee may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, high noise levels, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, work space restrictions, travel and environmental conditions such as disruptive people, imminent danger or a threatening environment. Employee may be exposed to inclement weather conditions when performing duties.
SUBJECT TO 24-HOUR RECALL
The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work overtime including weekends, and during emergency situations (defined as any natural or man made disaster that may or may not necessitate the relocation of City personnel or citizens.)
In the event of an emergency and/or a required evacuation, the incumbent may be required to remain at work to provide needed services or perform essential duties for the benefit of the general public including services or duties different from those performed in the normal course and scope of the position.
***This position is considered essential and is required to respond in the event of an area wide or local emergency.
The City of Angleton is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Worksite address
angleton, TX, 77516, US
Who can apply
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