Code Enforcement Officer

This position will fill a vacancy in the Community Development Department and will establish an eligible list for future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. All correspondence regarding this recruitment will be delivered via e‑mail. The e‑mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during submission. Please check your e‑mail often for updates. If no e‑mail account is on file, Human Resources will send you correspondence via US Mail. Pre‑Employment Drug Screening and Background: Potential new hires must successfully pass a pre‑employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until these requirements are satisfied. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Responsibilities Investigates and/or inspects code violation complaints of new and existing residential, commercial, industrial and agricultural properties and hazardous conditions to ensure compliance with state and municipal laws, codes, and ordinances; locates, notifies, and interviews property owners of violation; takes photographs of violations; performs routine follow‑up investigation to ensure compliance and notifies concerned parties of action taken; field checks areas and updates land use. Determines violations and compliance of building and specific land‑use permits where applicants have been required to implement certain improvements to meet zoning requirements. Coordinates resolution of nuisance abatement problems or concerns with local community members, property owners, and other enforcement agencies. Receives complaints from citizens and other sources regarding abandoned vehicles on public right‑of‑way or on private property; processes notice of violation and/or order to remove vehicle from property. Notifies vehicle owner and/or owner of property upon which the vehicle is located of the violation; contacts appropriate agency if vehicle is found to be stolen; performs routine follow‑up investigation to ensure compliance with notice of violation; affects removal of abandoned vehicles. Receives and investigates complaints and referrals for substandard housing, dangerous buildings, commercial and modular buildings, mobile homes and recreational vehicles for health, safety, and building violations; processes and posts notices of violation and/or unsafe to occupy, notice to secure and notice to vacate. Researches property ownership, building permit history, zoning and parcel history; researches state and municipal laws, codes and ordinances and associated history. Prepares correspondence, reports of investigation and other documentation for court cases; represents the County at court hearings, administrative proceedings, and public meetings. May conduct joint inspections of property with Public Health Services and Environmental Health, state and local fire prevention personnel, and state and local law enforcement agencies and associated task force teams. May assist with education and training of staff on office procedures and field investigations. Minimum Qualifications Experience: One year as a Code Enforcement Officer I in San Joaquin County. Education: Completion of 60 semester units from an accredited college or university with major coursework in the social or behavioral sciences or related field. Experience (alternate): One year of public agency code enforcement experience comparable to Code Enforcement Officer I in San Joaquin County. Substitution: Additional experience enforcing administrative rules and regulations involving field investigations, responsibility for taking legal enforcement actions, and substantial public contact may be substituted for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis up to two years. Certificate: Possession of a current Certified Code Enforcement Officer Certificate issued by the California Association of Code Enforcement Officials, or current certification issued by the International Code Council (ICC) in at least one of the following Certified Code Safety Professional Exam fields: Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector, Zoning Inspector, Commercial Building Inspector or Residential Building Inspector. Special Requirement: Must possess a valid Penal Code (PC) 832 Arrest, Search & Seizure Certification or equivalent within twelve (12) months of employment. License: Possession of a valid California driver’s license. Knowledge Principles and practices of code enforcement; methods of conducting public agency code enforcement office and field investigations; methods and techniques used in researching ordinances and history of ordinances, property ownership and zoning. Ability Interpret regulations, ordinances, codes and administrative procedures and enforce them with impartiality; perform code enforcement field inspections and investigations; establish and maintain effective working relationships with property owners, vehicle owners and the public; handle difficult public contact situations with tact; express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; prepare records and reports. Physical/Mental Requirements Mobility: frequent operation of keyboards, sitting for long periods, driving, occasional standing, walking, pushing/pulling, bending/squatting, climbing ladders/stairs. Lifting: frequently 5 lbs or less; occasionally 5‑30 lbs. Visual: frequent good overall vision, reading/close‑up work, and peripheral vision required. Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion and writing. Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing normal speech, hearing on the telephone/radio, talking in person and on the telephone. Emotional/Psychological: frequent public contact, decision making, concentration and working alone; occasional emergency situations, exposure to trauma/grief, working weekends/nights and overtime/travel. Environmental: occasional exposure to noise, dirt, dust, smoke, fumes, outdoor weather conditions. San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Benefits Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit represented by SEIU Local 1021. Health Insurance: Choice of three health plans (Kaiser Plan, Select Plan, Premier Plan). Dental Insurance: Two dental plans (Delta Dental, United Health Care‑Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan). Vision Insurance: Coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). Life Insurance: Coverage tiers based on years of continuous service (details in original description). Flexible Benefits Plan: Voluntary program allowing pre‑tax dollars for health‑related expenses and dependent care costs. Retirement Plan: Covered by County Retirement Law of 1937; additional information available at SJCERA. Deferred Compensation: Section 457 plan with annual contribution limits. Vacation & Holidays: Earned vacation days increase with years of service; 14 paid holidays annually. Sick, Bereavement, and Other Leaves: Accumulation and eligibility details included in original description. Merit Salary Increase: Salary range steps with merit increases after 52 weeks. Educational Reimbursement: Up to $850 per fiscal year for career‑related coursework; up to $800 per semester for enrolled students. Parking Supplemental: Up to $20 per pay period for downtown area employees. School Activities: Up to 40 hours per year for employee children. #J-18808-Ljbffr