FACT & Safety Neighborhood Compliance Specialist (Temporary/Extra Help)

City of Oxnard•Oxnard, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This employment opportunity is open to all qualified candidates. Early submissions are encouraged as applications will be reviewed on a regular and ongoing basis. The City of Oxnard Police Department, in partnership with the Planning Division, is seeking a Temporary/Extra-Help FACT & Safety Neighborhood (Firearms, Alcohol, Cannabis, Tobacco) Compliance Specialist. The FACT Compliance Specialist is a public safety role within the Planning Division that focuses on crime prevention and regulatory compliance in the Oxnard community. This position serves as a bridge between law enforcement, the Planning Division, and the public to enhance local safety and quality of life.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
One (1) year of work experience involving a high level of public contact, including experience dealing with the public in an inspection, compliance, investigation, community services, or customer service capacity.
Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record
Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing
Positions assigned to the Police Department require successful completion of a police background investigation, as determined by the City of Oxnard.

Nice To Haves

Prior law enforcement or development design experience and/or training in Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED).
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Google Suite, Geographic Information System (GIS), and Crime Analysis Data

Responsibilities

Review incoming development plans as part of the Design Advisory Committee, with a specific focus on public safety issues and the use of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) methods and technology.
Draft development project conditions related to public safety, including lighting, landscaping, and other CPTED elements.
Assist with development project review throughout the entitlement and construction process, including conducting Certificate of Occupancy inspections related to lighting, safety, and security features.
Assist Planning Division staff in evaluating specific plans, zone clearances, and small business reviews for public safety and CPTED considerations for businesses such as firearms, alcohol, cannabis, tobacco, financial institutions, pharmacies, and other businesses that sell or store high-value products.
Establish & Enforce Conditions: Set and monitor permit requirements for high-interest retailers, including Firearms, Alcohol, Cannabis, and Tobacco (F.A.C.T.).
Permit Administration: Review, interview, and approve applications for Dance Permits, Cannabis Employee Permits (CEP), and Special Event permits.
Development Review: Evaluate development-specific plans and projects of high interest to the Police Department; draft safety-focused conditions for new projects.
Compliance Inspections: Conduct field inspections of retail cannabis sites, alcohol establishments (post-Planning Commission), and locations under Special Use Permits (SUP).
Audits & Risk Management: Lead internal and external audits—including Alcohol Audits—to ensure strict adherence to federal, state, and local laws.
Citation & Abatement: Issue warnings and formal citations for non-compliance; coordinate third-party contractors for mandatory hazard abatement when necessary.
Data Intelligence: Gather data on "problem sites," maintain the F.A.C.T. establishment database, and calculate annual crime rates by land use to inform department strategy.
Crime Prevention (CPTED): Conduct specialized research on Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design to improve neighborhood safety.
Financial Administration: Compile and manage the annual F.A.C.T. compliance billing and fee collection processes.
Commission Representation: Represent the department at Planning Commission, Small Business Review, and Development Advisory Committee (DAC) meetings.
Regulatory Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for ABC (Alcoholic Beverage Control) inquiries; draft ABC Protest Letters and SUP review documents.
Community Resource: Serve as the technical expert for business owners and the public regarding alcohol retailing regulations and safety standards.
Case Management: Maintain meticulous files, inspection records, and interview logs to provide a factual foundation for legal proceedings.
Performs inspections and investigations to determine compliance with and provide enforcement of applicable codes and regulations; responds to complaints and concerns and conducts site visits; determines existence of violations, addresses issues and required remedies.
Reviews and interprets plans, technical drawings, zoning regulations and/or codes to determine specific violations; provides technical advice and information related to maintaining compliance.
Prepares and serves notices of violations, abatement orders, citations and/or stop work orders; gathers, enters data, logs and maintains detailed activity records; presents evidence.
Works with other departments, staff members and external agencies to identify and remedy issues and violations; provides training and orientation to entry-level staff related to assignment area.
Attends neighborhood and community meetings and provides the public with information related to code interpretation, processes/procedures, remediation actions, and/or violation trends.
Conducts property abatements to remedy nuisance and life/safety violations, as required.
Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.