SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE REQUIRED
Open
Recruitment
CODE
ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
Open:
January 26, 2010
Final Filing Date: February 17, 2010
THE POSITION
Under the direction
of the Code Enforcement Supervisor, enforces provisions of the City's Municipal
Code including, but not limited to, zoning laws and health and safety codes;
performs inspections and searches, issues citations, notices, and orders and
responds to related complaints and questions.
The Code Enforcement Officer is the journey-level classification in the
two-level job series. The Code Enforcement
Officer performs difficult and complex code enforcement responsibilities, which
require substantial knowledge of City municipal code regulations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Enforces
municipal code regulations, including but not limited to, public peace,
sanitation and health, taxes and licenses, streets, building and planning, and
zoning ordinances; receives complaints concerning code enforcement from the
public and other departments by telephone or correspondence; investigates
complaints of public nuisances and code violations; performs field checks of
contractors and subcontractors for proper licenses or permits; reviews building
permit applications to determine that buildings, adjacent structures, and land
usage are in conformity with health and safety regulations; writes citations
for violations and performs office follow-up work on citations as required;
prepares complaints for filing; assists in prosecuting cases involving
municipal code violations and gives testimony in court; explains and interprets
municipal ordinances and other regulations as needed; interfaces with community
and governmental agencies as required; answers questions and provides
information to the public concerning topics related to code enforcement; prepares
and maintains a variety of files and prepares reports as required; serves on
primary emergency response team in case of emergency or disaster in a position
assigned by the City emergency plan; posts legal notices and delivers City
Council agendas and other legal documents; perform security patrol of
activities at municipal facilities and public meetings to coordinate duties
with law enforcement agencies; performs related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and/or
Experience:
Graduation from
high school or GED and two (2) years of full time, paid experience in public
contact work with primary responsibility in enforcing regulatory codes,
collections, credit, investigations, or inspection work and one (1) year of
Code Enforcement Aide experience. Experience and/or
education in a related field may be substituted on a year for year basis.
Knowledge of: Applicable laws, codes, regulations,
policies, and procedures; City organization, operations, policies, and
objectives; office practices and procedures; general recordkeeping practices; interpersonal
skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
Skill and/or
Ability to:
Enforce provisions of the City’s municipal code and zoning laws and
health and safety codes, building codes, fire codes, and animal pound
regulations; perform inspections and
searches,
issue citations, notices, and orders; respond to related code enforcement
complaints and questions; perform procedures and techniques used in
investigation or inspection for compliance with municipal ordinances and
regulations; interpret and explain required City codes and ordinances, state
and federal laws, and apply them to a variety of situations; attend specialized
workshops, seminars, and training meetings related to code enforcement and
public security; effectively communicate orally and in writing; maintain
accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports; establish and maintain effective working relationship with others.
License and Certificate:
Possession
of a valid California Class C driver’s license.
Employee in this classification will be enrolled in the Department of
Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program which confirms
possession of a valid driver’s license and reflects driving record. Obtaining an 832 P.C. certificate within the
completion of the probationary period is required.
Working Conditions:
Employee accommodations for physical or
mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Positions in
this class normally require the
mobility to stand, stoop, reach, and bend; require the mobility of arms to
reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects; require the
ability to stand for long periods; require the ability to walk long distances,
including uneven terrain; may be required to work evenings and/or weekends; is
subject to outside and inside environmental conditions; perform work which may
involve lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects which may weigh
approximately 25 pounds and may occasionally weigh up to 50 pounds; may be
required to use city and/or personal vehicle in the course of employment; may
be required to attend periodic evening meetings and/or travel within and out of
city boundaries; respond to emergency situations.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications may be obtained from Human Resources,
SELECTED PROCESS
Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires will be screened and
evaluated for relevant training and experience.
Those applicants determined to be the most qualified will be invited to
an oral examination, weighted 75% and a written exercise, weighted 25%. An
eligibility list will be established in accordance with the City’s Personnel
Rules, Rule VI, Employment List Procedures.
OTHER INFORMATION
The City of
The City of Carson has an agency shop agreement with the American
Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 809
Council 36; therefore, the payment of union dues or an agency fee to AFSCME is
a condition of employment.
APPOINTMENT
All employment
offers are conditional based upon the successful completion of a medical
examination (which will include a drug screening), police record and reference
check. All new employees are required to
take a loyalty oath.
The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.