Job Category
Work Schedule
Full-time
Employer
City of Kerman
Job Open until Filled
Email
Website
Phone
15598469851
The Position
The Community Development Department is seeking a Code Enforcement Official, who, under general supervision is to perform code compliance specific technical office and field work. Perform duties associated with inspection of residential and non-residential properties to identify violations, cite and enforce municipal and other related codes dealing with zoning regulations, Building Standards Codes, Uniform Housing Code, Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, and Property Maintenance Codes, and other public nuisance code provisions, and to do other related work as assigned.
Requires that the employee perform duties that are routine and low-level in complexity that involve mostly independent workflow planning. Must demonstrate commitment, dependability and respect for other employees with regular attendance, punctuality and adherence to agreed-upon schedule of availability.
An example of duties the incumbent will perform are the following: Receive and investigate complaints and survey the City for possible code violations. Researches City records and documents, prepares, and manages case files. Explain City ordinances, rules, regulations, and City policies to citizens and work with citizens to gain voluntary compliance with applicable City ordinances, rules, regulations, and City policies. Inspect dwellings, buildings, vacant lots, businesses and commercial properties for violations of applicable City ordinances and codes. Coordinates with other City departments and agencies to assist the public in obtaining solutions to code violations. Prepare detailed reports and notices regarding related ordinance and code violations. Issue, when deemed necessary, citations and directives to offending parties, outlining or describing steps for compliance. May be required to represent the City in hearings or court proceedings. Seek, when required, prosecution through the Superior Court system; coordinate efforts through the City Attorney’s Office, assist with complaint preparation; appear at arraignments and provide court testimony as needed. Perform administrative abatements as required; prepare requests for Inspection and Abatement Warrants as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Education — Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade. The completion of one year (24 semester units) at an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of experience.
Experience — Two years of responsible public contact work with primary experience in the area of enforcement of public laws or guidelines. Conducting public inspection and/or complaint investigations, or eighteen (18) months of experience comparable to that of a Code Compliance Officer, preferably supplemented by college level course work in planning, building, code enforcement, criminal justice or a related field.
Special Qualifications — Possession of or ability to obtain PC 832 Arrest Certificate within one year of employment. Possession of any combination of California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO) or American Association of Code Enforcement (AACAE) Zoning Enforcement Officer and Property Maintenance & Housing Inspector certificates are highly desirable. Possession of a valid California Class C Drivers License is required.
Compensation and Benefits
The current salary range for this position is $4,199 - $5,628 per month. The City also offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package including:
· Vacation—Starts at 10 days per year, with progressive earned vacation credits with time in service.
· Holidays—Eleven (11) paid holidays per year.
· Sick Leave—10 days (80 hours) sick leave annually.
· Personal Leave—3 days (24 hours) personal leave annually.
· Insurance—City provides health benefit coverage (100% health, dental and vision) for employees. Employees contribute 30% towards the cost for dependent coverage.
· Retirement—CalPERS 2% @ 60 retirement benefit formula, three year average, with employee paying full 7% of the employee contribution if considered a “classic member” by CalPERS. If considered a “new member” by CalPERS, then the retirement benefit formula is 2% @ 62 with the employee paying the full 6.75% employee contribution amount. Pension formulas are determined based on provisions of the California Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA). The employee contribution amount is subject to adjustment by CalPERS.
· Social Security coverage—Employee pays employee portion.
· Long Term Disability Plan—50% paid by City.
· State Disability Insurance (SDI)— Paid by the City.
· Life Insurance—$25,000 Life Insurance Plan.
· Optional Deferred Comp (457 Plan) available.
· Employee Assistance Program—Provided to employee and qualifying family members at no cost.
· Pre-Tax Flexible Benefit —Section 125 Flex Plan available at employee’s option and is funded by employee salary reduction only.
The Process
Applications can be obtained on the City’s website at www.cityofkerman.net or from Akayla Cheema, Human Resources, City of Kerman, 850 S. Madera Ave., Kerman, CA 93630 (559) 846-9851.
To be considered for this opportunity, please submit on an original City of Kerman employment application and resume to:
City of Kerman, Code Enforcement Official Recruitment
Attn: Akayla Cheema
850 S. Madera Avenue
Kerman, CA 93630
Email: [email protected]
Filing deadline: Open Until Filled
Applicants will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications. After review of the application materials, the most qualified candidates based on experience and education will be invited to participate in the examination process, which will consist of one or more oral examinations.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Community Development Department is seeking a Code Enforcement Official, who, under general supervision is to perform code compliance specific technical office and field work. Perform duties associated with inspection of residential and non-residential properties to identify violations, cite and enforce municipal and other related codes dealing with zoning regulations, Building Standards Codes, Uniform Housing Code, Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, and Property Maintenance Codes, and other public nuisance code provisions, and to do other related work as assigned.
Requires that the employee perform duties that are routine and low-level in complexity that involve mostly independent workflow planning. Must demonstrate commitment, dependability and respect for other employees with regular attendance, punctuality and adherence to agreed-upon schedule of availability.
An example of duties the incumbent will perform are the following: Receive and investigate complaints and survey the City for possible code violations. Researches City records and documents, prepares, and manages case files. Explain City ordinances, rules, regulations, and City policies to citizens and work with citizens to gain voluntary compliance with applicable City ordinances, rules, regulations, and City policies. Inspect dwellings, buildings, vacant lots, businesses and commercial properties for violations of applicable City ordinances and codes. Coordinates with other City departments and agencies to assist the public in obtaining solutions to code violations. Prepare detailed reports and notices regarding related ordinance and code violations. Issue, when deemed necessary, citations and directives to offending parties, outlining or describing steps for compliance. May be required to represent the City in hearings or court proceedings. Seek, when required, prosecution through the Superior Court system; coordinate efforts through the City Attorney’s Office, assist with complaint preparation; appear at arraignments and provide court testimony as needed. Perform administrative abatements as required; prepare requests for Inspection and Abatement Warrants as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Education — Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade. The completion of one year (24 semester units) at an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of experience.
Experience — Two years of responsible public contact work with primary experience in the area of enforcement of public laws or guidelines. Conducting public inspection and/or complaint investigations, or eighteen (18) months of experience comparable to that of a Code Compliance Officer, preferably supplemented by college level course work in planning, building, code enforcement, criminal justice or a related field.
Special Qualifications — Possession of or ability to obtain PC 832 Arrest Certificate within one year of employment. Possession of any combination of California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO) or American Association of Code Enforcement (AACAE) Zoning Enforcement Officer and Property Maintenance & Housing Inspector certificates are highly desirable. Possession of a valid California Class C Drivers License is required.
Compensation and Benefits
The current salary range for this position is $4,199 - $5,628 per month. The City also offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package including:
· Vacation—Starts at 10 days per year, with progressive earned vacation credits with time in service.
· Holidays—Eleven (11) paid holidays per year.
· Sick Leave—10 days (80 hours) sick leave annually.
· Personal Leave—3 days (24 hours) personal leave annually.
· Insurance—City provides health benefit coverage (100% health, dental and vision) for employees. Employees contribute 30% towards the cost for dependent coverage.
· Retirement—CalPERS 2% @ 60 retirement benefit formula, three year average, with employee paying full 7% of the employee contribution if considered a “classic member” by CalPERS. If considered a “new member” by CalPERS, then the retirement benefit formula is 2% @ 62 with the employee paying the full 6.75% employee contribution amount. Pension formulas are determined based on provisions of the California Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA). The employee contribution amount is subject to adjustment by CalPERS.
· Social Security coverage—Employee pays employee portion.
· Long Term Disability Plan—50% paid by City.
· State Disability Insurance (SDI)— Paid by the City.
· Life Insurance—$25,000 Life Insurance Plan.
· Optional Deferred Comp (457 Plan) available.
· Employee Assistance Program—Provided to employee and qualifying family members at no cost.
· Pre-Tax Flexible Benefit —Section 125 Flex Plan available at employee’s option and is funded by employee salary reduction only.
The Process
Applications can be obtained on the City’s website at www.cityofkerman.net or from Akayla Cheema, Human Resources, City of Kerman, 850 S. Madera Ave., Kerman, CA 93630 (559) 846-9851.
To be considered for this opportunity, please submit on an original City of Kerman employment application and resume to:
City of Kerman, Code Enforcement Official Recruitment
Attn: Akayla Cheema
850 S. Madera Avenue
Kerman, CA 93630
Email: [email protected]
Filing deadline: Open Until Filled
Applicants will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications. After review of the application materials, the most qualified candidates based on experience and education will be invited to participate in the examination process, which will consist of one or more oral examinations.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER