The City of Temecula is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position DescriptionThe position may be filled as Code Enforcement Officer I or II, dependent upon candidate qualifications.Salary Range
Code Enforcement Officer I
$31.62 - $40.48 Hourly
Code Enforcement Officer II
$34.91 - $44.68 Hourly
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.
DEFINITIONUnder general supervision, investigates and enforces municipal codes and regulations to maintain a safe and desirable community.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSThe 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 EXERCISEDReceives general supervision from the Director of Community Development or his/her designee.
No supervision is exercised.
Examples of DutiesDuties 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
Minimum QualificationsEDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCEHigh School Diploma or equivalent; and three (3) years of public relations experience involving considerable public contact and regulatory compliance.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIESKnowledge 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 CERTIFICATESPossession 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 REQUIREMENTSSatisfactory 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).
Supplemental Information 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
The City of Temecula is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefit Summary for Full-Time Represented EmployeesFull-time represented employees enjoy a generous allotment of $1,800 per month to purchase a variety of benefit options detailed below.
City Contributions The City provides a
Health Flex Contribution (HFC) of$600 per month that may be used for enrollment in the City’s health, dental, or vision insurance, or a health flexible spending account. Any unused portion of the HFC will be forfeited.
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Cafeteria Allotment of $1,200 per month may be used to pay premiums for health, dental, vision, mandatory group life and disability insurance, and health or dependent care flexible spending accounts. Any unused cafeteria allotment will be paid to the employee as taxable income.
Health Insurance The City’s health plans are administered by CalPERS. We offer a variety of health plans, including HMOs and PPOs.
Dental Insurance Dental coverage is offered through MetLife. Employees have the option of HMO or PPO plans with rich benefits at competitive rates.
Vision Insurance EyeMed provides the City’s vision plan. In addition to extensive coverage at a low rate, EyeMed partners with service providers and retailers throughout the region.
Life and AD&D Insurance All City employees are required to enroll in a basic life and AD&D group policy in the amount of $50,000. Additional life insurance is also available for employees and their family members.
Short- and Long-Term Disability All City employees are required to enroll in short- and long-term disability insurance. This insurance pays 2/3 of the employee’s wages if the employee is off work due to an illness or injury outside of work.
Flexible Spending Accounts The flexible spending accounts provided by the City allow you to pay for certain health and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Supplemental Plans Supplemental plans through Aflac can help you bridge the gap in your existing health insurance. Plans include Accident Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity and Critical Illness Protection.
Retirement Authorized employees are enrolled in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). The City offers the followingretirement plans depending upon eligibility:
Classic Tier 1 Members:
This category applies to employees hired by the City of Temecula before 9/24/11. The retirement formula is 2.7% @ 55 with an 8% employee contribution; however, the City pays 5% of the employee's contribution.
Classic Tier 2:
This category applies to employees hired by the City of Temecula on or after 9/24/11, and are considered "classic"CalPERSMembers . The retirement formula is 2% @ 60 with a 7% employee contribution; however, the City pays 4% of the employee's contribution.
PEPRA Members:
This category applies to employees who are hired by the City of Temecula after 1/1/13 and are new toCalPERSmembership. The retirement formula is 2% @ 62 with a 7.25% employee contribution.
Deferred Compensation Plans The City partners with both MissionSquare and Nationwide Retirement Solutions to provide you with additional options to fund your retirement.
Comprehensive Annual Leave (CAL) The City encourages work/life balance. We offer paid Comprehensive Annual Leave (CAL) that can be used for rest and relaxation, personal business or personal/family illness.
Holidays City employees receive a total of 13 paid holidays each calendar year. This includes 12 observed holidays and one floating holiday each year.
Bonding Leave The City believes bonding with a new child is vitally important for families. Employees are provided up to eight weeks of bonding leave for the purpose of bonding with their child in connection with birth, adoption, or foster care placement. Bonding leave is paid at the rate of 2/3 of the employee’s base salary and may be used for up to one year following the birth, adoption or foster care placement.
Tuition Reimbursement The City offers Tuition Reimbursement of up to $1,500 per fiscal year for job related education or training that will benefit the employee in their position.
ComputerLoan Program After one full year of employment, the City provides employees with an interest-free loan of up to $2,000 to purchase a personal computer, iPad, or similar "computer tablet" device.
Closing Date/Time: 10/6/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
