Code Enforcement Officer

Description

Working for the City of Kyle

Essential Functions / Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Essential Functions

• Conduct complaint-based inspections to identify and verify code violations
  including high weeds, junk and debris, illegal dumping, inoperative vehicles,
  signage, and zoning issues.
• Respond to service requests received via Kyle 311 or internal referrals, ensuring
  timely and professional follow-up.
• Educate property owners, tenants, and businesses regarding City ordinances,
  corrective actions, and compliance timelines.
• Prepare and issue Warning Notices, Notices of Violation, Certified Notices, and submit complaints to Municipal Court consistent with departmental policy.
• Document all investigations with detailed reports, photographs, and correspondence using the City’s electronic case-management systems (Tyler & 311).
• Perform re-inspections and determine the next steps for unresolved or repeat violations.
• Coordinate and collaborate with Building Inspection, Beautification, Public Works, Fire, Police, Planning, Hays County Environmental Enforcement, and TDS as cases require.
• Investigate illegal dumping, substandard structures, and environmental hazards, ensuring appropriate interdepartmental referral or abatement.
• Testify in Municipal Court as needed, presenting clear and factual case documentation.
• Participate in community outreach, education campaigns, and neighborhood meetings to build public awareness of City standards.
• Attend required training and continuing education to maintain professional certification and stay current with code updates.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support City and departmental objectives.

• Knowledge of municipal ordinances, zoning regulations, property maintenance codes, and applicable court procedures.
• Knowledge of construction materials, construction methods, and field inspection techniques.
• Knowledge of environmental hazards, mitigation requirements, and abatement processes.
• Skill in operating Microsoft Office Suite applications and case-management or mobile inspection software.
• Skill in preparing clear written documentation, including reports, notices, and case files.
• Skill in delivering accurate and professional verbal communication, including courtroom testimony.
• Skill in applying conflict-resolution and de-escalation techniques in field and office settings.
• Skill in conducting analytical and investigative work on complex code enforcement cases.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment when determining compliance actions and prioritizing enforcement based on community impact and mitigating circumstances.
• Ability to interpret and apply regulations, ordinances, and codes using sound reasoning and established departmental procedures.
• Ability to maintain professional integrity, ethical conduct, and public trust in all interactions.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced field environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the public, property owners, and interdepartmental staff.
• Ability to adapt to procedural changes, identify workflow efficiencies, and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Ability to maintain composure and professionalism during confrontational or stressful situations.
• Ability to demonstrate reliability, accountability, and consistent follow-through on assigned duties.
• Ability to provide accurate, timely, and courteous service to internal and external customers.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have, or be able to obtain within 90 days of hire, a valid Texas Driver’s License and eligible for coverage under the City of Kyle’s vehicle insurance provider.
• High School Diploma or GED
• At least two years of experience in code enforcement, law enforcement, building inspection, customer service, or related municipal field
• Must have a Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) Code Enforcement Officer License

Employment with the City of Kyle is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications. Selected candidates for positions will be subject to a background investigation and to pre-employment drug screen, depending on the position, may require a physical assessment upon a conditional job offer.

Available immediately:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• UHC Rewards (earn up to $300 annually)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Crunch Fitness Employee Discount @ $29.99 (employee only)
• Heath Reimbursement Account (HRA) city contribution up to $1,000 (pro-rated depending on date of hire with qualifying medical plan enrollment)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Health and Childcare Accounts (FSA)
• Paid Sick Leave: 3 Weeks (120 hours), accrued by pay period
• 13 city observed paid holiday leave
• 2 paid personal days per fiscal year (depending on hire date)
• Retirement plan includes a 7% contribution of an employee's gross salary to the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a city contribution match of 2 to 1
• 457b Deferred Compensation Plan through Empower
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance plans offered for employee, spouse and children
• Optional Plans: Cancer Coverage, Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Wellness Benefit, Long Term Care

Available after completing 6 month probation:

• Paid Vacation: 3 Weeks (120 hours), accrued by pay period starting at date of hire
• Employee Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,000 per fiscal year

Available after 1 year anniversary:

• Sick and Vacation Buy Back (eligibility required)
• Longevity pay $15 per month/per year
• Paid Parental Leave: 12 Weeks (480 hours)