DescriptionThis recruitment will be open on a continuous basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time. This recruitment requires a resume to be uploaded with the application to be considered complete. Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including employees, supervisors, participants, instructors, and the general public.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives direct supervision from the Community Development Director.
Essential Job FunctionsEssential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.
Characteristics Duties and Responsibilities: Positions in this classification typically perform a full range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities:
- Receives, records, and investigates complaints from the public and staff regarding violations of municipal codes, ordinances, standards, and health and safety regulations;
- Documents violations by securing photographs and other pertinent data;
- Researches ownership records, prior complaints, municipal codes and ordinances, and state regulations to establish whether a violation has occurred;
- Initiates contacts with residents, business representatives, and other parties to explain the nature of incurred violations and to encourage compliance with municipal codes, ordinances, and community standards;
- Initiates abatement of dangerous properties and vector control issues of vacant properties;
- Provides confirmation to public by telephone and in person regarding code regulations;
- Prepares notices of violation or noncompliance and citations according to applicable codes and regulations;
- Issues letters to property owners notifying them of violation;
- As appropriate, affixes a notice of violation on property to abate fire and public safety hazards and public nuisances;
- Meets with City planning, building, engineering, fire, sheriff, public works staff and legal counsel regarding complaints;
- Coordinates activities with other staff and code compliance personnel;
- Coordinates and conducts follow-up abatement procedures including the preparation of additional correspondence, site visits, and communication with property owners and attorneys;
- Conducts follow-up investigations to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances;
- Assists in the preparation of noncompliance cases for legal action;
- Presents testimony at nuisance abatement hearings;
- Coordinates the removal of illegal encampments;
- Coordinates and enforces the City’s vegetation management program, including identification of properties in violation, notification to property owners, and follow-up inspections and recordkeeping;
- Makes drive-by or on-site inspections of residential, industrial, and/or commercial areas;
- Notes possible violations at other property sites during the course of field investigations;
- Provides information to violators, the general public, business community, and other government agencies regarding codes, laws, and ordinances;
- Respond to questions, complaints, and inquiries;
- Maintains files and records related to citations and violations;
- Prepares a variety of written reports, memoranda, and correspondence;
- Performs duties of the Building Inspector as needed;
- Regularly and predictably attends work; and
- Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS :
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Knowledge of: - Principles, practices, methods, and techniques of code violation investigation and compliance;
- Basic requirements of zoning, building, and related codes, ordinances, and regulations;
- Grading and Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan (SUSMP), environmental laws and habitat;
- Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations, including administrative and departmental policies; and
- Safe work practices.
Skill in: - Researching and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures;
- Technical report writing and preparation of correspondence utilizing appropriate;
- Operating computer equipment and related software;
- Performing mathematical calculations applicable to construction;
- Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing;
- Appearing for work on time;
- Following directions from a supervisor;
- Understanding and following posted work rules and procedures;
- Accepting constructive criticism; and
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, other City employees, the public, vendors, contractors and outside agencies.
QualificationsA combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:
Experience: Two (2) years of experience within a public agency performing construction, construction management, enforcing municipal, zoning, and/or building codes with a public agency, inspection, or related experience.
Education: Graduation from High School or GED supplemented by specialized training in construction management, construction technology, architecture, engineering, planning, zoning, inspection preferred.
Licensing/Certification: Due to the performance of some field duties which requires the operation of a personal or City vehicle, valid and appropriate California driver's license and acceptable driving record are required.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within six months of appointment, a California PC832 certificate.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within one year of appointment, ICC/AACE Code Enforcement Officer Certification Property Maintenance, Zoning Inspector.
Working Conditions: The employee regularly works outdoors and may be exposed to various weather conditions. Regularly requires climbing ladders and scaffolds, walking on roofs and crawling under houses. Occasional potential exposure to hazardous conditions when inspecting commercial/industrial locations.
Supplemental InformationDisaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of El Segundo employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging.
CITY EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (CEA) Benefit Summary - Effective 5/17/2019 PERS Retirement : Tier I-2%@55 . Tier II-2%@60 for individuals employed by the City on or after 12/30/12 who are already PERS members. Tier I and II members single highest year coordinated with Social Security and Medicare. Employee required contribution is 8% of pensionable income. PERS 2%@62 for new employees/members hired on or after 1/1/13 have three year average coordinated with Social Security and Medicare and payment of 50% of normal cost (6.75%).
Social Security: The City matches employee’s Social Security contribution, which is 6.2% of your salary and is made on a pre-tax basis. The 2023Social Security income cap is $160,200.
Retiree Medical: City offers paid retiree medical insurance at same rate as active employees.
Medical Insurance : $1,600 per month for employee and dependents' medical insurance under PERS.
Educational Incentive : Up to $334.21 for B.A. if job doesn't require it. Must be approved by Department Head. Future employees hired on or after May 10, 2017 not eligible.
Optical/Dental/Life/AD&D : $135 per month City contribution. Employee & eligible dependents may be covered for optical and dental. $30,000 term life policy provided by City; employee can purchase additional self and dependent coverage at group rates. AD&D insurance policies provided for employees.
Flex Plan : Section 125 Plan, allows for payment of employee-paid insurance, medical treatment, and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
State Disability Insurance : Coverage provided through State Employment Development Department for short-term disability. Costs borne by union employees.
Long-Term Disability: City provides fully-paid LTD insurance. Continuance of 66 2/3% of first $9750 of employee's salary after a 60-day waiting period. Applies to non-job related occurrences.
Work Schedule: 9/80 with alternating Fridays off.
Holidays : 11 fixed paid holidays plus 1 day of personal leave/floating holiday per year.
Vacation Leave : 96 hours (1-5 years); 120 hours (6 - 10 years); 144 hours (11 - 15 years): 176 hours (16+ years). Leave can be used after 6 months of service. Annual cash conversion option.
Sick Leave : 8 hours per month. 100% payment for accrual over 600 hours and percentage of unused leave paid upon retirement or separation.
Bereavement Leave: Three (3) working days [one workweek where travel is 500 miles or more] for qualifying incident.
Tuition Reimbursement : Up to $1,750 per year for tuition and books.
Longevity Pay: Up to $66.84/mo for 5 yrs of service; Up to $133.68 for 10 yrs of service; Up to $200.53/mo for 15 yrs of service. Future employees hired on or after May 10, 2017 not eligible.
Uniform Allowance : Dollar amount varies for specific classes.
Other : Voluntary participation in Credit Union; Long-Term Care (premiums paid by employee); Mission Sqaure 457 Deferred Compensation Program; Payroll Direct Deposit.
Revised: 12/12; 2/13; 1/14; 2/15; 8/16; 5/17;5/19; 8/22
Closing Date/Time: Continuous
