Program Compliance Officer - Department of Public Utilities -City of Fresno
About The Position
The Program Compliance Officer works with the public and other departments to administer, explain, and communicate City regulations concerning illegal dumping. The role responds to questions and concerns from the public, departmental staff, and outside agencies, and provides information as appropriate. The position investigates and works to abate violations of illegal dumping and property maintenance codes, including ordinances regulating illegal dumping, trash, and green waste. The officer initiates procedures to obtain compliance and meets with property owners to develop plans to resolve violations. Duties may include issuing notices of violation or administrative citations, attending or testifying at administrative hearings and court proceedings, coordinating with other City departments, and conducting patrols and field inspections. The officer may photograph violations, gather evidence, post abatement notices, and cite violators. The officer prepares and maintains investigative records and enforcement reports, may compose correspondence and other documents, uses automated records systems, and operates communications equipment. Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- Two years of full-time paid experience working with the public in the enforcement and application of laws, codes, rules, and procedures involving investigative or inspection duties.
- Completion of 30 semester units from an accredited college or university; qualifying additional experience may substitute for college units at a rate of 15 semester units per year of experience.
- If qualifying through education, attach transcripts for education verification.
- Possession of a valid California Driver's License at the time of appointment.
- Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and a current copy of their driving record.
- Successfully pass a Department interview if certified for consideration.
- Submit to a Department of Justice fingerprint process before employment.
- Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents.
Responsibilities
- Administer, educate, and communicate City regulations on illegal dumping to the public and other departments.
- Respond to questions and concerns from the public, departmental staff, and outside agencies.
- Investigate and initiate procedures to abate violations of illegal dumping or property maintenance codes and related ordinances.
- Initiate compliance procedures and meet with property owners to develop plans for resolving violations.
- Issue notices of violation or administrative citations for noncompliance when appropriate.
- Attend or testify at administrative hearings and court proceedings regarding violations and compliance actions.
- Perform interdepartmental liaison work and coordinate problem-resolution activities involving multiple departments.
- Work with City departments on investigation, resolution, and enforcement of code and requirement provisions.
- Patrol, conduct field inspections, and reinspect properties to ensure continued compliance.
- Photograph violations, gather evidence for proceedings, post notices relating to required abatements, and cite violators.
- Prepare and maintain investigative records and reports related to enforcement activities.
- Compose and type correspondence, reports, forms, and specialized documents as needed.
- Enter and retrieve information from automated records systems and operate communications equipment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- City of Fresno benefits are referenced; additional information is available through the City's Human Resources Support page.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
