City of Frisco, TX - Code Enforcement Officer

Salary :

$45,483.88 - $63,677.64 Annually
Location :

Frisco, TX
Job Type:

Full Time
Job Number:
Department:

Development Services
Division:

CODE ENFORCEMENT
Opening Date:

12/11/2024
Closing Date:

1/11/2025 11:59 PM Central
Max Number of Applicants:

75
Summary
Under general supervision of the Code Enforcement Supervisor, inspects and enforces Federal, State and City building, property, zoning, and nuisance codes related to health and safety issues in order to protect the property values and safety of the City of Frisco citizens.
The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.
Essential Job Functions & Other Important Duties
Essential Job Functions:
Investigates reported violations, takes photographs, and inspects properties for code violations or health related concerns.
Prepares correspondence and certified mailings to inform property owners of code violations.
Issues code compliance deadlines to property owners.
Maintains databases of dates, names, addresses, and deadlines of complaints, investigations, code violations, and notifications of warnings or citations.
Investigates violations, gathers evidence, and interviews witnesses or complainants.
Files citations and prepares evidence for testimony in court.
Coordinates code enforcement efforts with other city departments related to health and safety concerns.
Enforces sign, nuisance, International Property Maintenance, smoking, special event/tent, and other City ordinances.
Patrols streets and alleys of the City to prevent or detect code and ordinance violations.
Secures and boards up abandoned and condemned properties and unsecured pools.
Researches, reviews, and recommends changes to existing or proposed City codes and ordinances.
Other Important Duties:

Travels to perform inspections and to attend meetings, conferences, and training.
Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours is essential.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of Federal, State and City health and safety codes and ordinances.
Knowledge of code enforcement, evidence gathering and citation preparation procedures.
Knowledge of computers and related equipment, hardware, and software.
Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
Skill in effective oral and written communications.
Skill in investigating and enforcing health and safety codes and ordinances.
Skill in safely securing condemned and unsafe properties or pool areas.
Skill in negotiating, mediating, and resolving customer complaints and concerns.
Education, Experience, and Certifications/Licenses:

High School Diploma or G.E.D.,

and

two (2) years customer service experience, one (1) year of which is in a Code Enforcement Officer in Training role,

or

equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must possess Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Code Enforcement Officer Certification.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and/or post-offer physical exam.
Must possess State of Texas Drivers License.
Environmental Factors & Conditions/Physical Requirements
Environmental Factors and Conditions:

Work is performed in office and field environments.
May be subject to repetitive motion such as typing, data entry and vision to monitor.
May be subject to exposure to extreme weather conditions, hazardous chemicals, fumes, infectious diseases, toxic waste, air, and water borne pathogens, unsafe and unhealthy building conditions, and rough or unstable terrain.
May be subject to extended periods of bending, reaching, kneeling, climbing ladders, lifting, or carrying building materials when securing condemned or unsafe buildings or pools.
Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds.
Physical Demands:

This work typically requires the following physical activities to be performed. A complete description of the activities below is available upon request from Human Resources.

City of Frisco benefits are available to all employees working full-time and scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week. More information is available at
01
Do you possess a High School Diploma or G.E.D., and two (2) years customer service experience, one (1) year of which is in a Code Enforcement Officer in Training role, or equivalent combination of education and experience?

Yes
No

02
This position may require you to work in extreme weather conditions, hostile environments, around hazardous chemicals and fumes, infectious diseases, air and water borne pathogens, can you comply to these conditions?


03
Do you possess a Texas Department of State Health Services Basic Code Enforcement Officer certification?


04
This position has a Tuesday through Saturday work schedule. Can you work this required schedule?


Required Question