Code Compliance Inspector
City of Dallas·City Hall / Field Work, Dallas, TX
$52k - $65k/yrFull-TimeOn-SitePosted 4d agoVerified
What You'll Do
- Inspect residential and commercial properties for compliance with Dallas city codes
- Respond to citizen complaints about overgrown lots, illegal dumping, and substandard housing
- Issue citations and notices of violation, attend administrative hearings when needed
- Use the city's code enforcement software to document inspections with photos and notes
- Drive a city-issued vehicle to conduct 8-12 inspections per day across your assigned district
What You Need
- 2+ years of experience in code enforcement, building inspection, or related field
- ICC Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certification (or obtain within 12 months)
- Valid Texas driver's license with clean record
- Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred for South Dallas and West Dallas districts
- Thick skin — people don't love seeing code inspectors show up at their property
What They Offer
- $52K-$65K salary depending on certifications and experience
- City of Dallas benefits: pension (DPFP), medical, dental, vision
- City-issued vehicle, phone, and tablet — no personal vehicle wear
- 12 paid holidays, 2 weeks vacation, and sick leave
- Job security — government positions don't get laid off during recessions
Source: City of Dallas Jobs
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