Code Enforcement Inspector I

Job Title

This is a full-time (Service Workers) position with the City's Neighborhood Services Department, Code Enforcement and Health Division.

Job Description

An individual in this position conducts code inspections and investigates complaints. Reporting relationship: Code Enforcement Health Supervisor.

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). The Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development may consider an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.

Employee Benefits

The 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 400 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.

Medical Plans (Three Options):

Cigna - Health Savings Account (H.S.A.) Plan Type: High-Deductible Medical Health Plan Provider: Cigna Deductibles: Single: $2,500 annually Family: $5,000 annually Out-of-Pocket Maximums: Single: $5,000 annually Family: $10,000 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: $4,400 (IRS Limit) Employee & Family: $8,750 (IRS Limit) Catch-up (age 55+): $1,000 City Contributions: Employee only: $1,500 Employee & Family: $2,750 Unused balances roll over and the account belongs to the employee PPO Plan Provider: Cigna Deductibles: Single: $1,500 annually Family: $3,000 annually Out-of-Pocket Maximums: Single: $4,500 annually Family: $9,000 annually Prescription Drug Co-pays: Generic: $10 Preferred: $40 Non-Preferred: $80 EPO Plan Provider: Cigna Deductibles: Single: $1,500 annually Family: $3,000 annually Out-of-Pocket Maximums: Single: $4,500 annually Family: $9,000 annually Prescription Drug Co-pays: Generic: $10 Preferred: $45 Non-Preferred: $80

Dental Plans (Two Options):

DHMO Plan Provider: Cigna Features: No deductible No annual maximum Member co-pay depends on the procedure PPO Plan Provider: Cigna Features: $1,500 per person annual maximum $1,000 orthodontic lifetime maximum

Vision Provider: Vision Service Plan Features: Eye Exam $10 Copay Frames $150 Allowance Annually

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 Short-Term Disability Critical Illness Hospital Indemnity 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 IRA available through Mission-Square

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. 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 Holiday Luncheon's, and Public Service Recognition Week.

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