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Code Enforcement Officer - Code Compliance Services; Civil Service

Job in Dallas, Dallas County, Texas, 75215, USA
Listing for: City of Dallas
Per diem position
Listed on 2026-09-25
Job specializations:
  • Government
    Government Administration
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 31000 - 34000 USD Yearly USD 31000.00 34000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Code Enforcement Officer I - Code Compliance Services (Civil Service)

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Job Summary

Inspects and enforces one or more of the functional areas: city codes, construction, sanitation, environmental, street & sewer, water quality codes or ordinances and reviews applications for licenses and permits.

Job Description

The Code Enforcement Officer I investigates, inspects, and enforces municipal, land development, and property maintenance codes within city boundaries. Schedules and performs systematic property maintenance inspections to maintain or achieve minimum property standards.

Essential Functions
  • Conducts and performs inspections on city properties, projects, buildings, and developments to ensure compliance with all municipal, state, and federal regulations.
  • Identifies, determines, and compiles non-compliant concerns and addresses issues with appropriate parties; takes accurate data and information concerning code violations and enforces code compliance.
  • Investigates non compliant problems and makes recommendations for corrective action; communicates and collaborates with developers and other individuals to address code violations and make changes; performs follow up work and assistance as needed.
  • Creates accurate and professional notices of violation; takes photographs and gathers evidence while performing inspections; issues citations and responds to citizen complaints.
  • Educates and provides information to citizens, developers, and the general public; interprets laws and regulations while educating public on laws regulations and code standards.
  • Drafts, maintains, and edits documents regarding inspections, code enforcement activities, and code violations.
  • Remains up to date on all current code standards and changes in regulations; maintains certifications and attends professional development as needed.
  • Drives vehicles throughout the city to perform inspections and address compliance and code violations.
  • Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.
  • Knowledge And Skills
  • Knowledge of municipal, state, and federal regulations.
  • Knowledge of inspection protocols, policies, and procedures.
  • Ability to determine code violations and suggest corrective action.
  • Ability to issue citations and communicate with various individuals.
  • Ability to interpret, educate, and apply regulations to correct compliance issues.
  • Ability to use computer programs, software, and equipment.
  • Ability to provide calm, professional, and excellent customer service.
  • Ability to manage time and complete multiple tasks.
  • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
  • Education

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    • High school diploma or GED.
    Experience
    • Two (2) years of heavy citizen/customer service contact resolving complaints and/or conflicts, service and/or billing disputes.
    Equivalency
    • A current Code Enforcement Officer Trainee certification (or higher) issued by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations (TDLR) will meet the education and experience requirements.
    LICENSE And CERTIFICATION
    • Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
    • Must obtain certification as a Code Enforcement Officer Trainee issued by TDLR within probationary period.
    Other Requirements
    • Availability to work varying shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.
    This position requires an ONLINE exam that covers the following categories:
    • Reading Comprehension
    • Applying Policies
    • Sentence Clarity
    • Business Correspondence
    • Spelling
    Salary Range

    $22.32 - $24.56

    The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

    City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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