Salary: $67,387.13 - $96,267.31 Annually
Location : Municipal Center - 1515 N. Galloway Avenue, Mesquite, TX
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number:
Department: Neighborhood Services
Division: Environmental Code Inspection
Opening Date: 08/13/2026
Closing Date: 9/13/2026 4:00 PM Central

GENERAL SUMMARY

Salary: $67,387.13/annual minimum - $96,267.31/annual max (Depending on qualifications)

To direct, manage, supervise, and coordinate the programs and activities of the Environmental Code Division within the Neighborhood Services Department; to coordinate assigned activities with other City departments, divisions, and outside agencies; and to provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Director of Neighborhood Services.

You can search for this position's full job description .

SUPERVISION
General supervision is provided by the Director of Neighborhood Services. Responsible for supervision of the Environmental Code Field Supervisor, Code Operations Supervisor, Parking Inspectors, Environmental Code Inspectors, and Senior Administrative Secretary.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct & Rules of Behavior outlined in Chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual.
2. Assume management responsibility for all services and activities of the Environmental Code Division including administering, interpreting and enforcing the City's codes, ordinances and regulations.
3. Manage, participate in, and initiate the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for assigned programs; recommend, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
4. Continuously monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; collect and maintain data on workload and customer satisfaction; assess and monitor administrative and technology support systems, and internal reporting relationships.
5. Monitor Environmental Code Abatement Contractor(s) activity, quality, work orders and track performance of work performed.
6. Conduct a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; prepare statistical reports on operations and activities including performance measurement; identify best practices and other opportunities for continuous improvement, and implement improvements following review with the Director of Neighborhood Services; recommend modifications to environmental code programs, policies, ordinances and procedures as appropriate.
7. Select, train, motivate and evaluate Environmental Code personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures; provide timely, accurate and thorough Performance Reviews for supervised employees, and construct employee improvement plans as required.
8. Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work plan for the Environmental Code Division; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
9. Manage and participate in the development and administration of the Division's annual budget; forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; direct and implement adjustments as necessary.
10. Serve as liaison for the Environmental Code Division and communicate with other City departments, divisions and outside agencies and citizens; respond to questions; mediate and resolve conflicts, complaints and controversial issues.
11. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints concerning the Environmental Code Division and coordinate resolution with other City divisions and departments; enforce codes fairly, reasonably, and diplomatically to minimize appeals to higher levels of the City organization.
12. Review and update procedures and ordinances to ensure constitutional compliance with state and federal laws; stay abreast of new and amended state and federal legislation.
13. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of environmental code management and enforcement.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Oversee the maintenance and servicing of Environmental Code divisional vehicles.
2. Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public health, public administration, or other related field.
EXPERIENCE
Five years of increasingly responsible experience in public service including three years of supervisory or administrative responsibility.

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Possession of a valid driver's license.

Registered Code Enforcement Officer issued by the State of Texas or be able to obtain within six months of employment.

Obtain International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector or must be able to obtain within 12 months of employment.

WORK SCHEDULE
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m., to 5:00 p.m.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position does not require a physical for employment.
Applicants with disabilities meeting the job requirements and capable of performing the essential functions of the job, either on their own or with reasonable accommodations, are encouraged to apply.
Full Time Employees:
The City of Mesquite offers the Zero Premium, Employee Only Benefits under the following plans: High Deductible Medical Plan, Dental HMO Plan, Vision Plan, and Life Insurance.
The City is self-insured and offers a choice of two medical plans: HSA, and High Deductible Medical Plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. Employee medical coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates. Employees enrolled in the City's self-insured medical plan also have access to the Mesquite Employee Health Center (MEHC) clinic and pharmacy.

The City offers three dental plan options: a managed plan (DHMO), an indemnity plan (DPPO), an enhanced indemnity plan (DPPO Enhanced). Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.

The City offers free Vision Insurance to all employees. Dependents can be added for an additional fee.

Basic Group Life Insurance protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of two times the annual salary as recorded at the beginning of each year. The following voluntary benefits are available to full-time employees: Supplemental Life, AD&D Insurance, Cancer Insurance and Long-Term Disability

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS): All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in the TMRS. TMRS is a qualified tax-deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven (7) percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the City provides 2-to-1 matching contributions.

Other benefits include Social Security, Tax Saver Program (Section 125 Flexible Spending Account), Deferred Compensation Plans, Direct Deposit, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Personal Leave.
For more information about the City of Mesquite's employee benefits, please visit:
01

Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have achieved.

• Less than High School completion
• High School or GED equivalency
• Technical or Community College attendance
• Technical School completion
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Ph.D.
• Juris Doctorate

02

Identify your degree area of study for the position of Manager of Environmental Code.

• No degree
• Public Administration
• Public Health
• Related Field
• Non Related Field

03

Select the number of years you have of increasingly responsible experience in public service or related field.

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• More than 10 years

04

Select the number of years experience in a supervisory role and/or administrative responsibility.

• No experience
• Less 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• more than 5 years

05

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you possess certification as a Registered Code Enforcement Officer issued by the State of Texas?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you possess International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Property Maintenance and/or Housing Inspector?

• Yes
• No

08

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: If you are a current City of Mesquite employee, have you been employed in your current position with the City of Mesquite for at least 3 months? Please indicate the option that best represents your current status.

• I am NOT a current City of Mesquite employee
• I am a current seasonal employee with the City
• Yes, I have been in my current City position as a full time or part time employee for at least 3 months
• No, I have not been in my current City of Mesquite position as a full time or part time employee for 3 months

Required Question