The City of Temecula is hiring a Code Enforcement Officer II in the Community Development Department. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned Code Enforcement professional with extensive experience from simple cases to complex nuisance abatement cases. A strong candidate will be an educator, negotiator, problem solver, and able to achieve compliance in a productive and efficient manner. Candidates who can add insight and value to our strong team are highly desirable.

This position is expected to write, present, and bring items forward to the Executive staff and potentially the City Council. A high-level of customer service, accountability, communication, cross-department coordination, and independent/well-reasoned judgement is necessary for this position. The ideal candidate will be able to develop, coach, and mentor less experienced staff and continue to develop a pipeline of high-quality leaders. This position’s regularly scheduled days and times may include evenings and weekends.

The position may be filled as Code Enforcement Officer I or II, dependent upon candidate qualifications.

Salary Range

Code Enforcement Officer I

$32.35 - $41.41 Hourly

Code Enforcement Officer II

$35.71 - $45.71 Hourly

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, investigates and enforces municipal codes and regulations to maintain a safe and desirable community.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Code Enforcement Officer II is a Journey level classification in the Code Enforcement series. The employee is responsible for monitoring and enforcing a variety of applicable Municipal and California codes and regulations related to land use matters, building, housing, property maintenance, abandoned vehicle abatement, noise abatement, and other matters related to public health and safety. The employee performs inspections, identifies violations and initiates procedures to abate violations. The employee uses various methods to achieve compliance, including issuing notices, citations, and other correspondence specifying necessary corrective actions. The Code Enforcement Officer II is distinguished from the Code Enforcement Officer I by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of duties assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from the Director of Community Development or his/her designee.

No supervision is exercised.

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Responds to inquiries and provides technical assistance to property owners and the general public regarding compliance with zoning regulations, property maintenance standards, regulatory practices, and currently active code enforcement cases; assists individuals during field inspections, at the public counter, and through telephone and electronic communications
Participates in the investigation and initiation of procedures to abate violations and obtain compliance
Ensures work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures
Monitors and enforces various applicable ordinances, codes and regulations
May assist in training lower level
Organizes and participates in enforcement sweeps of targeted areas to identify and evaluate problem areas and/or ordinance violations; investigates and responds to public complaints regarding municipal codes and regulations; conducts on-site inspections; determines existence and types of potential code violations
Documents violations per procedural guidelines by preparing detailed notes and taking photographs; issues warnings, citations, and notices of violations to individuals and organizations in violation of codes and regulations
Assists with Citywide Weed Abatement Program; coordinates activities of assigned staff to the Weed Abatement Program; represents the program in meetings with the public, government agencies, community groups and other organizations
Conducts research regarding property ownership and applicable codes
Recommends corrective action in order to bring about compliance; determines timelines for compliance in accordance with local standards and requirements; assists homeowners and businesses with procedures to obtain compliance
Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment and tools in operable condition; monitors operations to maintain efficiency and safety, and reports faulty equipment
Maintains accurate case files containing complete records of complaints and inspections; prepares correspondence and summary reports
Prepares documentation for legal action; testifies and presents evidence in court as necessary
Performs complex work and handles cases of a sensitive nature
Conducts pre and post trip inspections of vehicles to verify safety and proper operations or to identify potential problems; reports faulty equipment or operational problems
Prepares and writes a variety of reports and documentation, including detailed Risk Management incident reports
Performs other duties of a similar nature

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or equivalent; and three (3) years of public relations experience involving considerable public contact and regulatory compliance.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of

Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations related to building, zoning, housing, and nuisance violations
Methods and techniques of public relations and conflict resolution
Business letter writing and basic report preparation techniques
Occupational hazards and safety measures appropriate to work performed

Skill to

Operate various types of standard office equipment, including a personal computer and related software
Operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner
Use tools necessary to perform sign removal

Ability to

Interpret, explain, and apply pertinent codes and regulations
Evaluate situations, identify problems and deviations, and exercise sound independent judgment and decision making within established guidelines
Work independently and effectively with a minimum amount of on-site supervision
Effectively resolve conflicts and difficult situations with tact and impartiality while providing quality customer service
Read, interpret and explain building plans and specifications
Handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines
Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally or in writing
Establish and maintain courteous, cooperative, and effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of work
Prepare and maintain accurate and precise written documents such as technical reports, records, and correspondence
Walk or stand for extended periods of time and bend, stoop, crawl, climb, and lift as necessary to perform field duties
Use proper English, spelling, grammar and punctuation
Serve as emergency services worker in the event of an emergency

LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATES

Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driving record.

Possession of a Certificate of Training in Arrest, Search and Seizure Procedures (PC 832) is required. Successful completion of CACEO Basic and Intermediate exams.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Satisfactory results from a background investigation and administrative screening. The administrative screening may include a pre-employment drug screening for positions which are designated as safety sensitive or security sensitive, including but not limited to being responsible for the care and custody of children and operating heavy equipment.

May be required to work on call-out or standby outside of regular work hours (e.g. evenings, holidays and weekends).

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and sit; talk or hear both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate equipment needed to carry out duties of the position; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently stands or walks, and lifts and moves records and documents or objects weighing up to 50 pounds alone, and up to 100 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee works near electrical and mechanical hazards; and regularly works in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals or fumes.

The employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data; use math and mathematical reasoning; analyze and solve problems; learn and apply new information; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; meet intensive and changing deadlines and interact with City staff, homeowners, business representatives, customers, vendors, contractors, and the public in achieving compliance with standards and requirements. When interacting with the public, the employee is subject to encounters with emotionally upset and potentially hostile individuals.

The employee typically works in both office and field settings. In the office, the noise level is frequently quiet or moderately quiet, at or below 50 decibels. When conducting site inspections, the employee works outdoors where construction and traffic noise can occasionally be above 70 decibels.

This recruitment will establish an eligibility list which may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification or below in the same classification series for both project and authorized positions.

PLEASE NOTE: If you are a CalPERS annuitant, please be advised that this position does not meet the statutory criteria for post-retirement employment because the incumbent will be performing regular staff duties for an undetermined duration. Employment in this capacity would require you to rescind your retirement and reinstate as a current member of CalPERS.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Flexibly Staffed: No

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Conflict of Interest: Not Required

Department: Community Development

Bonding Required: No

Code Enforcement Officer II

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