Code Enforcement Officer I
Code Enforcement Officer I
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$ 64280 - 86449
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ABOUT THE POSITION
- The County of Riverside seeks candidates to fill positions throughout Riverside County. A list of eligible candidates will be established to fill current and future vacancies.
The Riverside County Code Enforcement Department has an opportunity for a Code Enforcement Officer I who will be assigned to Special Enforcement Team (SET) in Riverside.
The Code Enforcement Officer I performs field and office work in the compliance of land use ordinances and related code provisions; confers with residents business representatives and other parties regarding the nature of municipal codes and ordinances in order to encourage compliance. Additionally the Code Enforcement Officer I investigates and reports on complaints issues warnings and citations and performs other related duties as required.Competitive candidates will possess knowledge and experience in state laws as well as municipal and County codes and ordinances governing land use and zoning; addressing illegal vending; techniques of investigation including interviewing and factfinding related to code and ordinance compliance. Certification as a Code Enforcement Officer from a staterecognized organization is highly desired.
The Special Enforcement Team will operate on a rotating schedule that includes nights and weekends.
The Code Enforcement Officer I is the entrylevel classification in the Code Enforcement Officer series and reports to the Supervising Code Enforcement Officer. Incumbents perform the more routine investigative and compliance work while acquiring the training and skills necessary to perform the full range of code compliance activities.The Code Enforcement Officer I is a natural progression underfill for the Code Enforcement Officer II. Incumbents are eligible to promote to the Code Enforcement Officer II level upon successful completion of their probationary period which would include a satisfactory performance evaluation and any additional qualification requirements.Meet the Team!
The Riverside County Code Enforcement Department is responsible for protecting the health safety and welfare of residents in the unincorporated areas of Riverside County.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Ensure compliance with County land use housing zoning abatement and nuisance codes and ordinances by receiving recording and investigating complaints regarding noncompliance.Contact property and business owners to schedule and conduct onsite inspections; advise residents business representatives and other parties of ordinance requirements and seek to gain voluntary compliance through information and education efforts.Document code and ordinance noncompliance by taking photographs measurements and recording all pertinent information from the parties involved; issue notices of noncompliance and when necessary citations; prepare clear concise and comprehensive files records reports and correspondence.Maintain records of inspections and compliance efforts; prepare required documentation for legal actions; may testify in court or administrative proceedings regarding code or ordinance noncompliance; perform followup actions as needed to ensure compliance.Confer with related agencies and County departments on disposition of complaints and code noncompliance.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience: One year of technical experience performing duties involving land use zoning building inspections public safety code enforcement administration of justice or abatement work.Knowledge of: State laws and municipal and County codes and ordinances governing land use and zoning; the elements of planning and zoning; techniques of investigation including interviewing and fact finding related to code and ordinance compliance.Ability to: Read interpret and research laws rules regulations legal documents legal descriptions maps and building plans; obtain information and evidence by onsite inspection and interviews; analyze and compile technical information on code investigations and noncompliance activities; establish and maintain effective working relationships; prepare clear concise and accurate reports; operate standard office equipment and computer systems to retrieve and enter data.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
Ability to see hear walk sit stand bend type manipulate electronic devices (cell phones digitalcameras).
PHYSICAL EXPOSURES:
This is a field position. Physical exposures may include but not be limited to weather including temperature extremes (heat or cold) noxious odors or smells dust pollens various animals various terrains.
Other Requirements
Possession of a valid California Drivers License is required in order use county vehicles to travel throughout the county.
Completion of P.O.S.T. approved PC 832 training required prior to completion of probationary period.
This recruitment is open to all applicants.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify upload a copy of your (or your spouses) Member4 Form DD214 indicating dates of service and a copy of your spouses letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans Veterans Preference Policy C3 is available here: Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE).
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other nonjobrelated factors.PreEmployment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of preemployment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A preemployment physical examination and background check may be required.Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process examinations Veterans preference preemployment accommodation or other employment questions please refer to our web site .
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
