Employment Opportunity
The City of Cameron is now accepting applications at City Hall, 100 S Houston Ave, for a Code Enforcement Officer, until the position is filled.
General Description of Position
Under general supervision, performs a variety of technical duties in support of the City’s local code enforcement program; monitors and enforces a variety of ordinances, codes and regulations related to zoning, land use, health and safety, public nuisances, building codes, and other matters of public concern.
Applicants must possess the following:
- Exceptional customer service with the residents of the City
- Phone and office etiquette
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- Basic computer knowledge and the ability to access data on citizens for notices, contacts and citations
- Organizational skills
- Ability to work as a team
- Prefer flexibility with schedules
- Must be a certified Code Enforcement officer with the State of Texas, or able to obtain certification within one (1) year
- Bilingual is a plus
- Ability to read and comprehend the codes that relate to the City ordinances
- Perform a variety of code compliance inspections including residential, commercial, and industrial properties
- Inspect and survey public and private property for nuisances, sewage, trash, debris, or related unsanitary conditions
- Prepare correspondence outlining code regulations and violations
- Maintain records and reports for inspections, etc.
- Respond to citizen complaints and resolve the issues
- Maintain correct records with the ability to document activities
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Ability to be tactful, yet forceful with the public
Must have a high diploma or GED equivalency and a valid driver's license. Successful applicants will be required to submit a drug screen and pre-employment physical, paid for by the City. Excellent benefits. EOE