Code Compliance Officer

Salary : $78,776.05 - $98,579.10 Annually
Location : City of Pasadena, CA
Job Type: 2025 - REGULAR FULLTIME 40+ HRS A WK
Job Number: 26-185
Department: Planning & Community Development
Opening Date: 06/18/2026
Closing Date: 7/9/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

The Planning and Community Development Department is excited to announce an opening for a Code Compliance Officer in the Code Compliance Division. Under general supervision, the incumbent ensures residential and commercial compliance with local zoning codes; enforces housing and property maintenance ordinances; noise and tree protections ordinances; and performs other related duties as assigned.


The Code Compliance Section maintains standards to preserve and enhance the quality of life in Pasadena by ensuring compliance with various regulations including building, land use, housing and property maintenance codes. Code Compliance also provides multi-family rental inspections and housing inspections of for-sale units.


THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

The ideal candidate is a creative thinker that will have experience enforcing and interpreting provisions of federal, state, and local codes including but not limited to property maintenance, tree preservation, public nuisances, and inoperative or abandoned vehicles, as well as knowledge of the Building Code, Health and Safety Code, and land use (zoning).

Essential Functions
The following list represents some of the essential functions of the position. Assignments may vary. For more detailed information, please refer to the

• Interprets and applies municipal codes related to commercial and residential land use and property maintenance
• Performs various inspections relative to the City's mandatory Quadrennial and Presale Program
• Conduct lawful inspections utilizing the legal aspects of enforcement
• Reviews use permits, variances, subdivisions, and annexations
• Enforces City's Tree Preservation Ordinance
• Enforces violations of the City's Noise Ordinance
• Responds to telephone and public counter inquiries concerning various code requirements, including property maintenance concerns
• Researches property records and land use history
• Writes letters explaining code violations and performs follow-up to ensure correction
• Writes staff reports for the Code Enforcement Commission.
• Maintains appropriate records and prepares documentation for case prosecution
• Makes appearances and gives testimony at hearings
• Issues notices of violation and administrative citations; encourages and recommends solutions to aid in and expedite abatement
• Reviews and issues Home Occupation Permits

Qualification Guidelines
CORE COMPETENCIES
The following list presents some of the core competencies for this position; see the for more detailed information:

• Action & Results Focus: Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishment
• Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
• Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
• Customer Focus: Attending to the needs and expectation of customers
• Influencing : Affecting or changing others' positions and opinions

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Two years' experience in Zoning, Housing, Building Inspection, or related municipal code inspection work is required.
• Basic CACEO/ICC certification is highly desired

SELECTION PROCESS
The selection process will consist of any combination of application evaluation, written exam, oral panel interview, department interview and may be required to complete a brief soft-skills assessment during the selection process. The candidate assessment provides insight into core interpersonal skills, behavioral traits, and preferred work environment, helping us support your success in the role.


VACANCIES
There is currently one full-time positions in the Planning and Community Development Department which may be filled as a result of this selection process. As a result of the selection process, an eligible list of candidates will be established which will be used to fill this vacancy and other similar vacancies that may occur in the future.

Candidates selected for this position are subject to a one-year probationary work period.

Special Requirements


A Code Compliance Officer will be required to provide an operable passenger motor vehicle for the purpose of performing field inspections and other related duties.


Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License is required at time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment.


PC832 certification must be completed prior to completion of probation. Proficiency in both housing and zoning code enforcement must be demonstrated prior to completion of probation.


This position may require periodic evening, late evening, or early morning inspections.
Retirement:

The City of Pasadena contracts with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) to offer a defined benefits program for eligible employees.
"New" CalPERS members are subject to the provisions of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) and receive the following benefit formula: 2% at 62


"Classic" members of CalPERS receive the following benefit formula: 2.5% at 55


Deferred Compensation:

The City offers a 457(b) deferred compensation plan to help employees save for their retirement and supplement their CalPERS pension. Employees can defer salary with pre-tax or Roth after-tax deductions.


Health Insurance:

The City contracts with CalPERS to offer several comprehensive health plans that include Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans and Preferred Provider Organization (PPO).


Other Benefits include:

• Dental Insurance (HMO and PPO plans offered)
• Paid leave (holidays, sick leave, vacation leave)
• City-paid Life and Short-Tem Disability insurance
• Voluntary vision, life, accident, critical illness and long- term disability insurance
• Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Employee Assistance Program

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To further assist us with reviewing your qualifications, please answer the following questions. Please complete all sections of this form truthfully and completely. Your responses will be validated if you are considered one of the most qualified applicants. Although resumes will be accepted and evaluated, this form must be completed if the application is to be considered valid.Please select yes to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a PC 832 certification?

• Yes
• No

03


If you answered No to Question #2 above, please acknowledge that you understand you must possess the PC 832 by the end of probation as a condition of continued employment.

• Yes
• No
• Not Applicable (I possess a PC 832 certification)

04


Do you possess a valid California Class C Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

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Describe in detail the types of code violations you have cited and the process of rectifying a code violation.
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What best describes your years of experience in Zoning, Housing, Building Inspection, or related municipal code inspection work?

• Less than 2 years
• 2 - 3 years
• More than 3 years

Required Question