Hidalgo County
Overview
Under general supervision, the Compliance Officer is responsible for conducting inspections and investigations throughout Hidalgo County to ensure that property owners adhere to city guidelines, zoning regulations, and environmental codes. The officer will actively monitor, enforce, and promote compliance with municipal ordinances, including high grass, junk vehicles, nuisance ordinances, and unsafe buildings. This position involves performing field inspections, gathering evidence, issuing corrective actions, and educating the public on compliance regulations to ensure a safe and well‑maintained community.
Responsibilities
Conducts regular inspections of properties within Hidalgo County to ensure compliance with codes, property maintenance standards, and County orders.
Investigates complaints related to code violations.
Responds to complaints, performs site inspections, and determines if code violations exist. Documents findings with photographs, detailed notes, and reports.
Issues violation notices, corrective orders, and citations as necessary for code infractions.
Provides guidance to property owners and the public regarding compliance with code and statutes and steps to resolve violations.
Collaborates with other county departments, external agencies, and the public to address compliance concerns.
Accurately documents inspections, violations, and enforcement actions. Prepares reports and maintains databases to track compliance status.
Assists in preparing documentation for legal proceedings and testifies in court if necessary regarding code violations and enforcement actions.
Performs random inspections to ensure that property owners are consistently adhering to code regulations across Hidalgo County.
Monitors ongoing compliance and ensures that corrective actions are taken after violation notices are issued.
Performs any other related duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications
Associate’s degree or two academic years from an accredited college or university in a related field.
One (1) year of related experience may be substituted for one (1) year of education.
One (1) year of related experience.
Certificates, Licenses and Registration
Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator’s license.
Must be able to be insured by the County’s insurance carrier.
Knowledge of property maintenance standards.
Ability to conduct inspections, interpret regulations, and enforce them.
Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively report findings, interact with the public, and testify in court if needed.
Ability to use field inspection tools, computers, and data collection devices.
Good judgement and ability to handle potentially challenging situations involving the public.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to maintain accurate records and reports.
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Responsibilities
Conducts regular inspections of properties within Hidalgo County to ensure compliance with codes, property maintenance standards, and County orders.
Investigates complaints related to code violations.
Responds to complaints, performs site inspections, and determines if code violations exist. Documents findings with photographs, detailed notes, and reports.
Issues violation notices, corrective orders, and citations as necessary for code infractions.
Provides guidance to property owners and the public regarding compliance with code and statutes and steps to resolve violations.
Collaborates with other county departments, external agencies, and the public to address compliance concerns.
Accurately documents inspections, violations, and enforcement actions. Prepares reports and maintains databases to track compliance status.
Assists in preparing documentation for legal proceedings and testifies in court if necessary regarding code violations and enforcement actions.
Performs random inspections to ensure that property owners are consistently adhering to code regulations across Hidalgo County.
Monitors ongoing compliance and ensures that corrective actions are taken after violation notices are issued.
Performs any other related duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications
Associate’s degree or two academic years from an accredited college or university in a related field.
One (1) year of related experience may be substituted for one (1) year of education.
One (1) year of related experience.
Certificates, Licenses and Registration
Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator’s license.
Must be able to be insured by the County’s insurance carrier.
Knowledge of property maintenance standards.
Ability to conduct inspections, interpret regulations, and enforce them.
Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively report findings, interact with the public, and testify in court if needed.
Ability to use field inspection tools, computers, and data collection devices.
Good judgement and ability to handle potentially challenging situations involving the public.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to maintain accurate records and reports.
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