CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER I
City of Houston, TX
Houston, TX 77002
$23.53 - $24.94 an hour
Description
POSITION OVERVIEW
Service Line/Section: Houston Permitting Center/Community Code Enforcement
***Must be willing to work on shifts to include nights, weekends and/or holidays***
- Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This individual under minimal supervision, performs routine field, clerical and administrative support in the enforcement of and implementation of adapted City of Houston ordinances, facilitate in abatements, may testify in court proceedings and or administrative hearings, performs special assignments as requested.
RESPONSIBILITIES (include but not limited to)
Enforcement of Chapter 10 of the City of Houston's Code of Ordinances.
Performs routine inspections of sites to enforce ordinances concerning high grass and weeds, junk and/or abandoned vehicles and dangerous buildings.
Responds to routine inquiries from the general public, civic groups, contractors, technical professionals and businesses.
Maintain files of records, reports and documentation of inspections and enforcement activities.
May perform other general office activities as required and additional duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITION
There are routine minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, such as with occasional exposure to office chemicals and/or extensive use of video display terminals. The position routinely requires lifting of moderately heavy items, such as computers or record boxes (up to 40 pounds) and/or very long periods of walking on rough surfaces on a routine basis.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
PREFERENCES
GENERAL INFORMATION
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES
Pay Grade - 16
SALARY INFORMATION
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-8085.
If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-8085. (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
901 Bagby St
Houston, Texas, 77002