Code Compliance - Code Compliance Officer I​/II​/III

City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Abilene, Texas, United States of America

Posted Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Under general supervision, to perform a variety of skilled field and office work involved in the enforcement of codes and regulations relating to environmental, health, safety, and general welfare issues, as provided by State and local codes and ordinances, and to perform inspections, investigate violations, and gain compliance either voluntarily or through enforcement means.

The Code Compliance Officer I position exercises no supervision over lower-level staff.

The Code Compliance Officer II/III position may exercise occasional supervision during the temporary absence of the Manager – Code Compliance and may assist with training and answering field questions.

Perform site inspections and investigations to determine if various ordinances are being violated, if a public nuisance is present, and the responsible parties involved. May include inspection of buildings for deterioration, dilapidation, or unsanitary conditions.

Communicate with complaining parties, responsible parties, and affected parties on City standards, policies and options for the resolution or abatement of violations.

Perform investigative and research work to determine the legal descriptions of real property, registration or licensing of vehicles, ownership interests in property, and lien holders or other parties responsible for the status of property.

Coordinate with other City, County, State or Federal entities or utility companies in pursuit of resolving violations. Such City entities may include Water, Stormwater, Solid Waste, Health, Fire, Police, Legal, Land Agent or Finance.

Maintain appropriate records and files.

Educate individuals, entities, and groups on standards, practices, and resources for compliance with City and State codes relating to health, safety, and general welfare.

Schedule inspections and meetings.

Issue notices of violation, an abatement order, court summons, citation, or other enforcement action as appropriate. Testify in court and to the Board of Building Standards as needed.

Meet with interested citizens and community groups to discuss issues and concerns.

Operate a City vehicle to conduct field inspections, investigate code violations, and ensure timely response to service requests throughout the community.

Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Official records relating to real estate, title searches, tax encumbrances, filing, and releases of outstanding liens.
• Local and State codes and ordinances.
• Court, legal, and City policies and procedures.
• Methods and procedures used in making field inspections and determining property ownership utilizing tax records, deeds, Deed of Trust records, death certificates, and will probate records.
• Safe driving principles and practices.

• Operate office equipment including personal computers and mobile devices.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Write clear, legible and concise letters and reports.
• Manage time effectively and make sound judgments.

• Read and interpret City Ordinances.
• Professionally and effectively communicate, orally and in writing, City codes and ordinances.
• Work with individual property owners to develop voluntary compliance plans, follow through and monitor implementation.
• Take photographs and obtain evidence of violations and compliance.
• Use persuasion skills to defuse potential conflicts with the public.
• Read and interpret maps, plats, aerial photography and other similar documents.
• Enforce codes with firmness, tact, impartiality, and diplomacy.
• Testify in legal proceedings.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally.
• Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values – Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
• Perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division’s mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.
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