Definition
This is a full-time (Service Workers) position with the City’s Neighborhood Services Department, Code Enforcement and Health Division. An individual in this position conducts code inspections and investigates complaints. Reporting relationship: Code Enforcement Health Supervisor.
Examples of Work
- Conducts scheduled inspections for compliance with city codes and ordinances; documents discrepancies; writes reports; communicates results of inspection and conducts follow-up inspections;
- Investigates reports of code violations;
- Locates, removes, and dispose of illegal signs;
- Effectively and promptly handles and resolves complaints, problems and inquiries related to potential code violations.
- Completes administrative duties by responding to phone calls, emails; copy and fax information;
- Works with and educates the general public with regards to enforcement of laws, rules, regulations and ordinances;
- May be required to work evenings and/or weekends;
- Perform other related duties as assigned;
- Subject to 24-hour recall.
- Ability to work professionally and effectively with the public and City personnel,
- Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of people and possess strong customer service skills
Education, Experience, or Certification
High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certificate and a valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License required.
Minimum of two years of relatable work experience in the inspection and enforcement of codes and ordinances associated with nuisance violations, unsafe building conditions, property standards or violations of fire, health or building regulations, statutes or ordinances and municipal experience is preferred.
Applicant within (1) year (6) months of employment must be able to possess or obtain Basic Code Enforcement Officer certification from Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).
Supplemental Information
The Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development may consider an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITSThe City of Missouri City is located less than 30 miles from Downtown Houston and is a great place to live, work, and play. Working for the City offers dual rewards: giving back to the community and making a difference in the lives of residents. With over 300 full-time employees, the City is committed to effective, efficient, and responsive service. We value our employees as our most important resource and offer one of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefit packages in Texas.
BENEFITSMedical Plans (Three Options)
- UnitedHealthcare - Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)
- Plan Type: High Deductible Medical Health Plan
- Provider: UnitedHealthcare
- Deductibles:
- Single: $2,000 annually
- Family: $4,000 annually
- Out-of-Pocket Maximums:
- Single: $4,000 annually
- Family: $8,000 annually
- Additional Details:
- Employee pays dependent premiums
- Contact HR/OD for a benefits summary, rates, and more details
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Provider: H.S.A. Bank
- Features:
- Use for qualified medical, dental, vision, and pharmaceutical expenses
- Contribution Limits:
- Employee only: $4,300 (IRS Limit)
- Employee & Family: $8,550 (IRS Limit)
- Catch-up (age 55+): $1,000
- City Contributions:
- Employee only: $1,250
- Employee & Family: $2,250
- Unused balances roll over and the account belongs to the employee
- PPO Plan
- Provider: UnitedHealthcare
- Deductibles:
- Single: $1,000 annually
- Family: $2,000 annually
- Out-of-Pocket Maximums:
- Single: $3,000 annually
- Family: $6,000 annually
- Prescription Drug Co-pays:
- Generic: $10
- Preferred: $40
- Non-Preferred: $80
- HMO Plan
- Provider: UnitedHealthcare
- Deductibles:
- Single: $1,000 annually
- Family: $2,000 annually
- Out-of-Pocket Maximums:
- Single: $4,000 annually
- Family: $8,000 annually
- Prescription Drug Co-pays:
- Generic: $10
- Preferred: $45
- Non-Preferred: $80
Dental Plans (Two Options)
- DHMO Plan
- Provider: UnitedHealthcare
- Features:
- No deductible
- No annual maximum
- Member co-pay depends on the procedure
- PPO Plan
- Provider: UnitedHealthcare
- Features:
- $1,500 per person annual maximum
- $1,000 orthodontic lifetime maximum
Vision
- Provider: UnitedHealthcare
- Features:
Life Insurance
- Provider: Ochs Securian Financial
- Coverage:
- $50,000 Basic Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (Paid by the City)
- $10,000 Group Term Life for Spouse (Paid by the City)
- Supplemental Life Insurance: Up to $500,000
Flexible Spending Account
- Provider: Flores
- Features:
- Pre-tax Medical Spending Account
- Pre-tax Dependent Care Account
Supplemental Insurance Policies
- Provider: Aflac
- Accident
- Cancer
- Heart/Stroke
- Intensive Care
- Short-Term Disability
- Life Insurance
Retirement Benefits
Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
- Statewide retirement system
- 7% employee contribution
- City contributes 2 to 1
- Visit TMRS for more information
Optional Deferred Compensation
- 457 Plan and ROTH-457B available through MissionSquare
Other Benefits
Holidays
- 13 paid holidays per calendar year:
- New Year’s Day
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Good Friday
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veterans Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Friday after Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Day
- One additional floating holiday for regular, full-time employees
Vacation
- Earned based on years of service:
- 0-5 years: 14 days
- 6 years: 15 days
- 7 years: 16 days
- 8 years: 17 days
- 9 years: 18 days
- 10-14 years: 19 days
- 15 years or more: 20 days
- Employees working a 24-hour shift, including sleeping time, will have each shift counted as two 12-hour days.
Sick Leave
- 6 days per calendar year with unlimited accrual.
Educational Reimbursement
- With prior approval of the employee's supervisor and Department Director, the City may reimburse up to 100 % of the cost of tuition, books, lab fees, etc. for work-related courses or degree plans associated with the employee's current responsibilities or workshops/seminars and professional training sessions. This is based on the successful completion of required course(s) with a passing grade of C or better. The maximum reimbursement is $3000 per Fiscal Year. Contact the City's HR/OD Department for benefits summary, rates and additional details...
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Provider: Alliance Work Partners
- 8 free counseling visits per family member, per issue, per year.
Wellness Program
- Free/reduced health screenings, health fairs, and free memberships to the Tennis & Recreation Center.
Fun Benefits
- Annual events like the Employee Thanksgiving Luncheon, Christmas Holiday Party, and Public Service Recognition Week.
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What is your highest level of completed education?
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Do you have experience in Inspection processes or preforming Inspections?
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If yes, how many years of experience do you have in these areas?
- Less than 1 year
- 1-2 years
- 3-5 years
- 6+ years
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Explain your experience.
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How many years of relatable work experience do you have with property standards, nuisance violations, and enforcement of city codes and ordnances?
- Less than 2 yrs
- 2 years
- 3-5 years
- 6+ years
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Do you hold any professional certifications?
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Please list the professional Certifications you hold.
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Do you have experience in municipal government?
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Do you have a Valid Class C Texas Driver's License?
