Senior Code Compliance Officer

Salary: $23.97 - $34.75 Hourly
Location : Allen, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Department: COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT
Division: CODE COMPLIANCE
Opening Date: 10/14/2024
Closing Date: 10/25/2024 5:00 PM Central
Description
HIRING RANGE: $1,917.26 - $2,348.72 Biweekly
FULL SALARY RANGE: $1,917.26 - $2,780.18 Biweekly
The City:
With over 100,000 residents, the City of Allen is a dynamic and welcoming community. The City of Allen's strong economy, diverse population, great educational institutions, and quality of life make it the ideal place to work, live, and play. The City of Allen has something to offer for everyone.
The City's Mission is "To achieve excellence in managing development of the community and in providing city services so that conditions of living and public confidence are continually enhanced".
Our employees serve the citizens of Allen with the following values:

• People First - Giving priority to others
• Respect - Treating others with courtesy and dignity
• Integrity - Serving with honesty, trust, and hard work
• Deliver - Following through on commitments while exceeding expectations
• Excel - Creating an innovative and improving work environment

Under general supervision, investigates, addresses, and enforces City ordinances and protects the health and safety of the City's citizens. This is accomplished by conducting physical inspections, responding to complaints of code violations, and facilitating and investigating illegal dumping and tampering of water services. Other duties may include enforcing State and Federal health and sanitary requirements, assisting the public, providing administrative support, and interfacing with other City employees and citizens. This position assists in providing training to new employees, assisting supervisors with administrative tasks, and leading special projects.
This position may also be filled as a Code Compliance Officer.
Essential Functions
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Enforces City codes and ordinances for sign, zoning, and property maintenance violations by conducting investigations, taking photographs, removing illegal signs, issuing notices and citations, and resolving more complex cases.
• Responds to complaints about code violations by notifying and informing residents and establishments of violations of City ordinances or Zoning violations, issuing citations, and processing abatements to meet compliance.
• Investigates violations of illegal dumping and the tampering of water services by responding to reports, conducting proactive inspections, photographing violations, gathering evidence for court cases, issuing citations, testifying in court, and coordinating the removal and disposal of illegal and/or hazardous material and debris.
• Assists with developing and implementing new programs, ordinances, and procedures by functioning as team leader on special projects and complex cases and assisting in training, assigning, and reviewing work of new and existing staff.
• Assists the public by answering the telephone, responding to inquiries, and providing information on procedures for addressing complaints.
• Provides various form of administrative service by writing notices and citations, generating reports, maintaining files and records, preparing memos and correspondence, inputting case information into a database, researching legal information, and reviewing incoming mail.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements
Education and Experience:
Associate's degree in business or a related field and three (3) years municipal code compliance experience, or equivalent.
Knowledge of:

• City rules, regulations, policies, and procedures with particular attention to codes and ordinances.
• Project management principles and practices.
• City code of ordinances, Allen Land Development Code, Texas Commission of Environmental Quality (TCEQ) rules and requirements, Texas Health and Safety Code, and International code council.
• Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.

Skill in:

• Establishing and maintaining working relationships with professional and support staff, vendors, the public, and City employees.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Providing outstanding customer service and conflict resolution.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software.
• Reading and understanding City, State and Federal rules and regulations.
• Creating, preparing, writing, and proofing reports, presentations, documents, and correspondence.
• Working effectively in a high-pressure environment with changing priorities.
• Effectively communicating in both oral and written format.

Special Requirements:

• Code Enforcement Officer level 1 license.
• Must possess a valid Texas Class C driver's license.

Supplemental Information
General Supervision: Work is normally reviewed upon completion, with occasional spot checks while in process, to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and conformance to established standards; autonomy is granted at the service or program level; work is subject to general and departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Discover the Exceptional Benefits of Working with the City of Allen!
Health & Dental Insurance

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage : Choose between two EPO medical plans through UnitedHealthcare, including a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA) and city contributions. Both plans include vision insurance.
• Flexible Dental Plan : Access care in and out-of-network with our UnitedHealthcare dental plan, all while enjoying low monthly premiums.
• Coverage Start Date : Your benefits begin the first day of the month following just 30 days of employment.

Robust Insurance Coverage

• Life Insurance : Rest easy with Basic Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage, with options up to $250,000.
• Long-Term Disability : Provided at no cost to safeguard your financial future.
• Optional Benefits : Personalize your coverage with Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Supplemental Life, Dependent Life, and Voluntary AD&D insurance at affordable group rates.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Smart Savings : Manage your health and dependent care expenses with ease through payroll deductions and tax advantages.

Wellness Program

• Health Incentives : Earn financial rewards by participating in health activities through our year-round wellness program.

Workers Compensation

• Safety Net : You're fully covered for any work-related injuries, ensuring your peace of mind on the job.

Generous Time Off

• Paid Holidays : Enjoy nine paid holidays annually, plus a personal day just for you.
• Vacation : Earn 120 hours of vacation annually, increasing to 160 hours after 10 years of service-giving you ample time to relax and recharge.
• Unlimited Sick Leave : Accrue 4.62 hours per pay period with no cap, ensuring flexibility for when you need it most.

Retirement Benefits

• TMRS Participation : Secure your future with the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS), featuring a 2-to-1 city match upon vesting and retirement.
• Social Security : Gain additional retirement security by participating in Social Security.

Deferred Compensation

• 457 Plan : Save for your future while lowering your taxable income by contributing to our deferred compensation plan.

Longevity Rewards

• Monthly Bonus : After your first year, receive $4 for every month of service-a reward that grows with your career.

Join the City of Allen Team!
Experience a benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future. Apply today and start your rewarding journey with us!
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In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your education and work history. Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application.Please be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all of the information requested in these supplemental questions will deem your application "Incomplete", so please be thorough in answering the questions.Please indicate whether or not you accept these terms by checking the appropriate box below.

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Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

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Are you currently employed by or have you worked for the City of Allen in the past?

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Please indicate the highest level of education you have completed:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
• None of the above

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How many years of relevant experience do you have? Please note: All relevant experience must be listed on the application.

• 5 or more years
• 3 - 5 years
• 1 - 3 years
• Less than one year
• No experience

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Do you currently hold a Code Enforcement Officer level 1 license?

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• No

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Do you have a current and valid Driver's License?

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• No

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If you do not currently hold a valid Driver's License, are you able to obtain one prior to employment?

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• Not applicable

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