Lead Code Enforcement Officer

The Senior Community Improvement Coordinator is a lead-level class and in addition to the responsibilities of the Community Improvement Coordinator position serves as a lead or specialist classification that handles more complex inspections or code enforcement cases and provides direction in a lead capacity to other Community Improvement Coordinators and/or administrative support staff. This position may be assigned to manage programs or projects related to community improvement topics.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
The duties listed below are examples of the work typically performed by employees in this class. An employee may perform other related and emergency duties as required. An employee may perform various duties including but not limited to:

Serves as a lead and may be assigned to supervise assigned staff.
Performs various administrative operational and program management duties in support of assigned programs duties and functions.
May be required to administer and/or implement one or more Department/Division programs or services. May serve as project manager for assigned projects.
Prepares and manages cases and ensures accurate case files are maintained.
Provides training assigns coordinates and monitors the work of less-experienced Community Improvement Coordinators in a lead capacity.
Analyzes evaluates and interprets all City codes and proposes amendments to the municipal code as required.
Performs inspections and interprets and enforces the municipal code and relevant county state and federal laws.
Recommends updates to policies and procedures.
Maintains a current understanding of laws regulations methods and procedures affecting code enforcement activities.
Responds to citizen complaints and inquiries from city officials in a timely manner.
Coordinates with City Attorney staff aiding with code enforcement case preparation and/or prosecution.
Prepares complex and sensitive reports and other written correspondence.
May be required to attend and represent the City and the Community Development
Department at public meetings and legal proceedings.
May be required to develop and deliver presentations before community groups and legislative and enforcement bodies.
Assists in coordinating and developing public counter procedures.
Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of standards.
Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations state/local agencies and associations City management and staff and the public.
Drives on City business observing safe driving practices.

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent AND five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal code enforcement zoning or related field;
Bachelors Degree from an accredited university in planning construction technology or a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the experience requirement;
Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California Drivers License;
California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO) or American Association of Code Enforcement (AACE/ICC) certification is required prior to the completion of the probationary period;
Completion of a California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) PC 832 Arrest and Firearms Course is required prior to the completion of the probationary period;
Ability to work evenings weekends and holidays as needed.

Note: An equivalent combination of experience education and/or training may substitute for the listed minimum requirements.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Make sound decisions and exercise independent judgment and initiative without close supervision.
Knowledgeable of local state and federal Zoning and Health & Safety Codes and regulations quality customer services methods and conflict resolutions techniques;
Work effectively and efficiently in stressful situations.
Experience enforcing Federal State and local laws codes environmental and zoning regulations and related ordinances as well as investigating possible code violations determining compliance issuing notices of violation and resolving cases.
Strong time management and strong organizational skills.
Principles practices methods and techniques of code enforcement and investigation practices used in the field of code enforcement. Manage complex assignments independently and make decisions or recommend a course of action based on knowledge and established procedures.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the City Council public officials staff architects developers contractors and the public sometimes in
adverse conditions.
Skilled in writing clear and concise reports providing and following oral and written instructions; establishing and maintaining positive and productive working relationships with both internal and external customers working independently and as a team leader; providing technical guidance to other staff in working activities.
Ability to perform and train other employees in essential duties and effectively communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of staff and the public.
Proficient in the use of personal computer hardware and software required for the job.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This position works in all weather conditions including wet hot and cold and may frequently deal with irate members of the public. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to drive motorized vehicles and work in a variety of vehicle traffic conditions. Incumbents may be exposed to repetitive motion vision to monitor unsafe building and construction sites hazardous chemicals noise dust and airborne exhausts and fumes. Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting and in a field environment; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop bend kneel crouch reach climb balance and twist; walk on uneven terrain loose soil and sloped surfaces; to lift carry push and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations; to operate equipment and vehicles; to see in the normal visual range with or without correction; to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

This recruitment may close or be extended at any time without prior notice. Cover letter resume and other attachments must be in PDF format.

Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience and level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate will be required to go through a background check a physical examination and psychological profile before appointment. Only complete applications or applications that meet the minimum requirements will be considered.

To Apply:
Employment Applications are available online only. Please submit your completed application and attach copies of ALL certificates and licenses in PDF format.

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
The City of South Pasadena is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of South Pasadena intends to provide reasonable accommodationsin accordance withthe Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format please call or email The City of South Pasadena is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments management staff and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work.

FAIR CHANCE ACT
The City of South Pasadena is committed to providing fair opportunities to all applicants including those with a criminal history. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act we will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of South Pasadena has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction provide evidence to mitigate concerns or challenge the accuracy of the background report. For more information about the Fair Chance Act please visit Experience:

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