Code Enforcement Inspector I/ II - Extra-Help $26.54 - $40.64/Hourly Apply by 6/11/18
The ideal candidate for this position will possess:
- Investigative and code enforcement experience
- Knowledge of construction methods and techniques and building/zoning codes
- The proven ability to communicate well with others, verbally and in writing
- Experience accurately creating, reviewing, and maintaining records and reports
- A CA POST issued PC 832 Arrest and Firearms Course (PC 832 Course) or the ability to gain certification within one year of appointment
- A Code Enforcement Certification from an approved and accredited organization or the ability to gain certification within two years of appointment
- Certification in a closely related field is highly desired, i.e. ICC certifications
Extra-Help Employment
Extra-help employees relieve or augment permanent staff. Temporary, extra-help employees are not in the classified civil service and do not have property rights to permanently allocated positions. In addition, they do not receive most employee benefits such as: long-term disability insurance coverage; accrual of vacation; participation in the County retirement program; or eligibility to take promotional examinations. Temporary, extra-help employees are limited in their employment to a maximum of one calendar year. These employees must be off of work for three months before they can be re-employed on an extra help basis. Extra-help employees who meet the eligibility requirements may qualify for a County contribution toward medical coverage. This employment list may also be used to fill future extra-help (temporary) vacancies as they occur during the active status of the list.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Any combination of education and training that would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, course work in code enforcement, zoning, land use regulations, investigative techniques and methods, construction and/or building inspection, public health, planning, environmental studies, or related courses would provide such opportunity.
Experience: Any combination of work experience which would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, one year of experience performing duties involving code enforcement, or two years of related work experience utilizing zoning and land use, building, health or other related regulations would provide such opportunity.
Certifications: Possession of PC 832 Powers of Arrest (POST Certified) is required within one year of appointment. In accordance with California Health and Safety Code, Section 18949.25-18949.31, possession of Code Enforcement Certification from an approved and accredited organization is required within two years of appointment.
Possession of a certification in a closely related field other than Code Enforcement is desirable.
License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of: procedures, methods, and techniques used in investigations and enforcement utilizing appropriate legal requirements and constraints; County codes, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to zoning and land use, building, health, housing and other related subjects; the permit process necessary to coordinate and facilitate violators in the permit process; purpose, principles and practices of code enforcement and abatement procedures; the principles and techniques involved in mediation and conflict resolution; business English, spelling, grammar and basic report writing; interviewing principles and techniques; courtroom demeanor; the use of electronic information equipment and specific systems as used within the department.
Ability to: follow oral and written instructions; keep clear and accurate field notes; communicate effectively both orally and in writing, sometimes in adversarial situations; maintain effective working relationships with other employees, County officials and the public; conduct inspections and investigations; obtain information through interview and observation; research and analyze records, property history files, maps and documents; gather information in an organized manner and weigh facts against applicable laws, rules and regulations and draw proper conclusions concerning questions and facts; complete thorough, accurate investigations of violations and follow-up to achieve compliance; enforce codes firmly, impartially, and with tact; prepare and maintain concise, professional, comprehensive reports, correspondence and records; write and speak clearly for the purpose of giving clear, accurate, and concise direction and information to the public, staff, and other agencies; operate office equipment and County vehicles; learn codes and seek knowledgeable sources; work in a variety of environments, including indoors, outdoors, working alone, working around moving objects or vehicles and motorized equipment; utilize electronic information systems and analyze and interpret such information.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.