Code Enforcement Officer I
Code Enforcement Officer I
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Job Description
Description
The City of Fremonts Community Development Department is recruiting for:
Code Enforcement Officer I
The Department
The role of the Community Development Department is to help Fremont become the sustainable strategically urban community envisioned in the Citys General Plan. Department activities include:
- Providing professional assistance to developers contractors businesses and homeowners
- Preserving open space
- Planning for and assisting with the building of high-quality strategically urban residential and commercial developments
- Maintaining and increasing the range of housing alternatives for the community
- Implementing sustainable environmentally beneficial programs to enhance the quality of life for Fremont residents and businesses
The department includes Planning Building and Safety Code Enforcement Housing and Environmental Services.
First Review of Applications
The first review of applications isJuly 31 2025 at 12:00 p.m. PST. This recruitment may close without notice after this date so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. A resume and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) must be submitted with the completed City application.
To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity please complete an application online by clicking Apply just above this box.
Selection Process
The process may include individual and/or panel interviews professional reference checks fingerprint check for criminal history pre-employment medical examination and other related components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.
Reasonable Accommodation
Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling or emailing.
Contact Us
For additional information please contact Human Resources Department at:.
The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.Code Enforcement Officer I Class Specification
Definition
Under supervision performs investigative abatement work and enforcement work for State and local codes ordinances and approval conditions related to use maintenance and safety of land and structures; performs related duties as required.
Class Characteristics
This entry level classification in the Code Enforcement Officer series reports to the Senior Code Enforcement Officer and is characterized by the responsibility to learn to conduct investigations related to land use zoning dangerous structures health and safety signs weed abatement and related municipal codes and ordinances to determine violations and to gain compliance. Incumbents assignments objectives and work methods are specified politically sensitive work is referred to the supervisor review of work is ongoing and responsibility for achieving work objectives rests with a supervisor. It is distinguished from the next higher classification of Code Enforcement Officer II by the latters technical expertise responsibility to perform fully qualified journey level work with a minimum of supervision and responsibility to provide training and technical expertise to Code Enforcement Officer I incumbents. Incumbents of this classification must advance to Code Enforcement Officer II by completion of probation or will not successfully complete probation.Essential Functions
Receives complaints of violations of city codes and ordinances for residential commercial and industrial property in an assigned geographic area.
Reviews case files zoning general plan and tract maps and other documentation relating to property involved in complaint.
Conducts interviews field investigations and site surveillance.
Determines compliance requirements.
Explains violations and alternative mitigation measures.
Issues Warning Notices and Notices to Appear.
Coordinates enforcement activities with other agencies.
Generates reports and conducts research using computer.
Assists processing of abatement orders.
May review planning applications for enforceability of variances and use permit conditions.
Prepares written reports and legal documents.
Prepares case information for and present evidence at appeal hearings and other legal proceedings.
Marginal Functions
May act as advocate in appeal hearings calling and examining witnesses and presenting summary arguments.
May administer annual weed abatement program.
Other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of: Research practices and techniques; technical report writing; written and verbal English grammar vocabulary and spelling; arithmetic and basic algebra; practices and techniques of public contact with individuals from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds; map reading; investigation techniques and practices; evidence collection and preservation; basic principles of land use planning; public speaking techniques.
Ability to: Learn and apply City codes ordinances and procedures interviewing investigatory and safety techniques and practices; conduct research; read and follow maps; operate radio equipment; explain the provisions of codes and ordinances to the general public; learn to identify different materials animals plants chemicals sounds odors and other conditions which might result in immediate or potential health safety or fire hazards; inspect property with unknown hazardous conditions; analyze and evaluate observations and information; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with individuals from a variety of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds; use protective clothing and apparatus; write technical reports; exercise sound judgment in potentially hazardous or dangerous situations; learn land use planning principles and practices; learn to take photographs and measurements; learn to prepare and present evidence and cases at hearings and judicial proceedings.
Incumbents must possess the physical and mental capacity to work under the conditions described in this document and to perform the duties required by their assigned position.
Education/Experience
Any combination of education and/or experience which has provided the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to satisfactory job performance would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Two years of undergraduate course work from an accredited college or university and one year of experience with the public in enforcement inspection investigative or public relations work or six months of experience enforcing codes and ordinances relating to planning zoning building the environment or health and safety.
Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements
Ability to obtain a valid Class C California Drivers License by date of hire is required. Failure to maintain the valid required license shall result in termination of employment.
Physical and Environmental Demands
Rare < 10% Occasional 11-33% Frequent 34-66% Constant >66%
Sitting: Frequent
Walking: Occasional
Standing: Occasional
Bending (neck): Rare
Bending (waist): Rare
Squatting: Rare
Climbing: Rare
Kneeling: Rare
Crawling: Rare
Jumping: Rare
Balancing: Rare
Twisting (neck): Rare
Twisting (waist): Never
Grasp - light (dominant hand): Occasional
Grasp - light (non-dominant): Occasional
Grasp - firm (dominant hand): Rare
Grasp - firm (non-dominant): Rare
Fine manipulation (dominant): Frequent
Fine manipulation (non-dominant): Frequent
Reach - at/below shoulder: Rare
Reach above shoulder level: Rare
Push/pull:
Up to 10 lbs. Rare
11 to 25 lbs. Rare
26 to 50 lbs. Rare
51 to 75 lbs. Never
76 to 100 lbs. Never
Over 100 lbs. Never
Lifting:
Up to 10 lbs. Rare
11 to 25 lbs. Rare
26 to 50 lbs. Rare
51 to 75 lbs. Never
76 to 100 lbs. Never
Over 100 lbs. Never
Carrying:
Up to 10 lbs. Occasional
11 to 25 lbs. Rare
26 to 50 lbs. Rare
51 to 75 lbs. Never
76 to 100 lbs. Never
Over 100 lbs. Never
Coordination:
Eye-hand: Required
Eye-hand-foot: Required
Driving: Required
Vision:
Acuity near: Required
Acuity far: Not required
Depth perception: Required
Accommodation: Required
Color vision: Required
Field of vision: Required
Talking:
Face-to-face contact: Required
Verbal contact w/others: Required
Public: Required
Hearing:
Normal conversation: Required
Telephone communication: Required
Earplugs required: Not required
Work environment:
Works indoors works outdoors exposure to extreme hot or cold temperature exposure to marked changes in temperature / humidity exposure to dust fumes smoke gases odors mists or other irritating particles exposure to slippery or uneven walking surfaces using computer monitor exposure to vibration works around others works alone works with others.Class Code: 5680
FLSA: Non-Exempt
EEOC Code: 3
Barg. Unit: CFEA
Probation: 12 months
Rev.: 11/15
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
