Code Enforcement Officer I/II

City of Rancho Cordova•Rancho Cordova, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Help build a better, safer future for businesses and residents in our growing community! The City of Rancho Cordova is looking for a Code Enforcement Officer to join a dynamic, service-driven team that values innovation, collaboration, and making a real impact in the community. As a Code Enforcement Officer I/II, you’ll take on a mix of office and field work, conducting inspections and investigations to ensure compliance with City and State codes and regulations. You’ll serve as a key resource for homeowners, businesses, and community groups—providing guidance on City regulations while helping to enhance and preserve the quality of our neighborhoods and commercial areas. In this role, you’ll play an important part in keeping Rancho Cordova safe and thriving by identifying and addressing potential hazards and working proactively through education and compliance to uphold local, state, and federal standards. This position will be assigned to either the Rental Housing/Dangerous Buildings team or the General Nuisance team, supporting safe, well-maintained neighborhoods and communities. Explore Code Enforcement and the impact you can make by visiting the City of Rancho Cordova’s website! Neighborhood Services | City of Rancho Cordova APPLY TODAY! Make a difference in your community as part of Rancho Cordova’s Code Enforcement team. Note: This recruitment will close on August 16, 2026, or upon receipt of the first 150 applications, whichever occurs first. Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly.

Requirements

Possession of a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Possession of a California's driver's license
Successful completion of PC832 [Arrest, Search and Seizure] within one (1) year of appointment
Completion of California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO) Modules 1-3 within two (2) years of appointment
For Code Enforcement Officer II: Two (2) years' experience as a Code Enforcement Officer I in the City of Rancho Cordova OR three (3) years of related experience in other code enforcement agency.
For Code Enforcement Officer II: Completion of PC832 [Arrest, Search and Seizure] certificate training
For Code Enforcement Officer II: Completion of California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO) certificate training

Nice To Haves

Some experience performing similar code enforcement duties is desirable (for Officer I)
A Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification, or CACEO certification is highly desirable.
If assigned to the Rental Housing/Dangerous Buildings Team: Possession of a current Internation Code Council (ICC) certification as a Residential Building Inspector (B1) in accordance with the ICC standards.
If assigned to the General Nuisance Team: Possession of a current ICC Property Maintenance and Housing Inspection certification, OR Possession of a current ICC Zoning Inspector certification

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of field and office work in support of the City’s code enforcement program; enforces municipal codes and other applicable codes related to nuisance, zoning, building, pest infestation, noise, blight, graffiti, signage, junk and debris, abandoned or inoperable vehicles on private property, housing, rental properties, storm drains, solid waste and recycling, dangerous buildings, and related abatement activities.
Conducts field investigations and property inspections to uncover violations of nuisance, zoning, junk and debris, abandoned/inoperative vehicles, housing, and related ordinances.
Issues infraction/misdemeanor citations for violations of City and state codes relating to nuisance, zoning, junk and debris, housing deficiencies, and abandoned/inoperative vehicles.
Performs investigations for possible violations related to area of assignment; photographs evidence; contacts responsible persons, landlords or tenants and performs follow-up investigations to ensure that remedial action has been taken; develops and maintains accurate case files.
Inspects building modifications and issues appropriate notices that relate to substandard housing violations and dangerous building conditions.
Presents a variety of information and statistics in the form of written, graphic, or oral reports for use by elected and appointed officials, special committees, or community organizations involved in code enforcement matters.
Confers and coordinates with other public and private agencies and City departments on the investigation of violations across agency boundaries.
Responds to public inquiries and public nuisance abatement complaints and answers questions related to City code enforcement activities by researching, interpreting, and explaining policies and regulations; analyzes, recommends, and communicates appropriate solutions to problems; addresses customer complaints and schedules site visits.
Deals effectively, courteously, and productively with angry and upset customers.
Works closely with homeowners, landlords, tenants, businesses, and community groups to grow strong neighborhoods through public relations, education, and code enforcement activities.
Coordinates inspections and dispositions of cases with various City departments.
Acts as a representative of the city by representing the city in community and official meetings with other City departments, organizations, and professional groups on code enforcement matters.
May provide technical assistance to lower-level staff.
May be required to work on-call or after hours as needed.
Performs related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Choice of a generous monthly stipend for Medical/Dental/Vision or Cash in Lieu of Medical Insurance.
13 paid holidays per year
Universal Time Off (combined vacation and sick leave).
CalPERS Retirement.
Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,500/fiscal year
$500/yr. uniform budget.
Alternate work schedules available
Onsite fitness area & many more employee perks!

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