Code Enforcement Officer I/II

City of Redlands • Redlands, CA

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

Looking for a career that combines public service, problem-solving, and community engagement? We're seeking a motivated Code Enforcement Officer to help maintain the standards that make our community a great place to live, work, and visit. Under supervision, performs office and field work associated with the enforcement of municipal codes, ordinances and resolutions in such areas as, property maintenance, housing, signs and related areas, weeds, and other public nuisance code provisions. Performs general and routine code enforcement. Exercises no supervision.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience in code enforcement/compliance, investigation, inspection, planning, or closely related experience (for Officer I).
• Two years of experience in code enforcement and investigation (for Officer II).
• College-level coursework in planning, public or business administration, criminal justice, or a related field (for Officer II).
• Possession and maintenance of a valid California driver's license is required at time of appointment.
• Possession of a Level 3 POST 832 Powers of Arrest issued by the State of California within one year of appointment (for Officer I).
• Possession of a POST 832 Powers of Arrest issued by the State of California (for Officer II).
• California Association of Code Enforcement Officer (CACEO) Certificate or American Association of Code Enforcement (AACE) training module 1 certificate (for Officer II).
• Ability to work in a standard office environment.
• Ability to travel to different sites and locations.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, stoop, crawl, twist, and climb.
• Regularly required to talk or hear.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Regularly exposed to heat, noise, outdoors, confining workspace, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
• Must be able to communicate with others and to exchange information accurately.
• Proof of education, such as but not limited to university/college transcripts and degrees, must be submitted online with your application.
• An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credential evaluation service.
• The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference/background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which may include a drug/alcohol screening depending upon job classification).
• The City of Redlands utilizes E-Verify, and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.

Nice To Haves

• Positions at the II level are usually filled by advancement from the I level requiring two years of experience at the I level, successful performance, budget availability, and management recommendation.
• When filled from the outside, the employee is required to have prior related experience which allows the employee to meet the qualification standards for the II level.

Responsibilities

• Receives and respond to complaints from the public and staff regarding substandard dwellings or structures, zoning violations, unsanitary conditions, abandoned or inoperative vehicles, overgrown vegetation, noise and other zoning and municipal code violations.
• Informs the public regarding code regulations and violations.
• Initiates investigations as necessary for observed violations.
• Prepare notices and citations that outline remedial work required.
• Prepares investigative reports and collect evidence.
• Prepares legal documents, including abatement and inspection warrants, correspondences and post legal documents.
• Collects and safeguards evidence of violations to be presented in court.
• Testifies in court as required.
• Makes contact with property owners and schedules on-site inspections.
• Interpret codes and regulations and explains inspections.
• Coordinates enforcement activities with City department and other organizations, groups, or agencies having jurisdiction within the City.
• Assists with developing and implementing effective public education strategies on City codes and ordinances.
• Monitors compliance activities and conduct follow-up inspections.
• Maintains files and records.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED