Code Enforcement Officer



Job Details

Code Enforcement Officer
Employer

City of DeSoto

Salary

$45,527.50 - $66,468.77 Annually

Location

DeSoto, TX

Job Type

Regular Fulltime

Job Number

01183

Department

Police

Division

Code Enforcement

Opening Date

05/21/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Description

This position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on an ongoing basis. This job posting may be removed at any time without prior notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for full consideration.



 Our Core Values
 We LOVE DeSoto
 •L- We lift up our community
 •O- We take ownership of our collective performance
 •V- We value and respect all employees
 •E- We empower employees to grow
 
The purpose of this position is to identify violations of state and local laws and codes, and to maintain and enhance property values. This is accomplished by responding to violations; enforcing ordinances, removing illegal signage, interpreting ordinances, resolving disputes, maintaining records, and researching property information. Other duties include assisting the public, reading and interpreting maps, and scheduling inspections.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

  • Responds to violations by patrolling the city, determining the violation, inspecting properties and construction, consulting with complainants, issuing citations, answering phone calls to explain laws and codes, and monitoring and following up on violations.
  • Researches property information by identifying property locations, corresponding with potential violators, tracking progress, updating records, and preparing information for possible court actions.
  • Completes apartment inspections by scheduling and coordinating with owners, walking grounds, determining conditions of building, stairwells and landscaping, monitoring any illegal storage, preparing reports and addressing tenant complaints.
  • Maintains logs and reports of field work by researching and entering information, mailing correspondence and citations, receiving service requests, preparing hearing information, and providing information to management and elected officials.

Notice to candidates for Police Department positions

https://www.desototexas.gov/DocumentCenter/View/21124/

Qualifications

  • High School completion or equivalent
  • Two years of experience as a code enforcement officer for fulltime positions
  • Two years of experience in field inspections or construction for part time positions

Notice to candidates for Police Department positions

https://www.desototexas.gov/DocumentCenter/View/21124/

Supplemental Information

  • Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers, the public, and elected and appointed officials
  • Skill in reading and understanding of maps, drawings and construction plans
  • Skill in the operation and use of standard office software which includes databases and presentation programs, along with standard Microsoft products
  • Ability to alphabetize and numerically sequence materials

Employee Benefit Information
 
Health Insurance- BCBS

Dental Insurance- BCBS

Vision Insurance - EyeMed Insight

Flexible Spending - Payflex

Employees can set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for yearly out of pocket medical expenses. Subject to IRS annual limits and restrictions.

Life Insurance- Dearborn National
The City provides each employee with a life insurance policy of 3 times their annual salary up to a maximum of $150,000.

Voluntary Term Life Option- Dearborn National
This is additional low cost life insurance available to employees and their dependents.

Employee Assistance Program- Deer Oaks
Assists in recommending counselors for any city employee experiencing personal problems.

Education Pay
Employees can receive a monthly additional pay for Associates, Bachelors, Masters and PHD degrees.

Social Security
Employee participates at 7.65% contribution with matching city funds.

Texas Municipal Retirement System
Employees participate in a statewide retirement program at 7% contribution with a city match of 2:1. 
Five years vesting, 20 years retirement at any age.

Vacation
Non-civil service employees accrue 6.67 hours per month (2 weeks per year).
All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year).
All Fire employees accrue 15 hours per month (7.5 - 24 hour shifts a year).

Sick Leave
Non-civil service employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year).
All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year).
All Fire employees accrue 15 hours per month (7.5 - 24 hour shifts a year).

Holidays
Non-civil service employees receive 13 paid holidays per year including one personal or "floating" day.

Longevity Pay
Earned at a rate of $4 per month.
This is calculated on number of years of service up to and including 25 years (maximum $1200).

Worker's Compensation
Worker's compensation coverage is provided for all employees.

Fire/Police
Eligible for Education/Certification pay.

Deferred Compensation Plans- Mass Mutual/Empower
Payroll deduction for employee participation. City does not contribute.
 

01
Do you have at least two (2) years of related work experience in code enforcement, field inspection, or construction?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Do you have a valid Code Enforcement Officer Certification?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Are you able to obtain a valid Code Enforcement Officer Certification within six (6) months of employment?
  • Yes
  • No

* Required Question

Employer
City of DeSoto

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