Code Enforcement Officer I/II

JOB
Under direction, work independently inspecting properties to ensure compliance with Federal, State, County and municipal building, zoning, parking, codes, ordinances, standards and procedures; interact with residents, builders, public and other departments and agencies to investigate, respond to, and resolve complaints and violations; and perform other related work as assigned.Distinguishing Characteristics: Code Enforcement Officer I is an entry-level position. Initially, the incumbent’s work is under direct supervision and reviewed both during performance and upon completion; any changes in procedure or exceptions to rules are explained in detail as they arise. As experience is gained, the incumbent is expected to perform full range of duties with increasing independence.Code Enforcement Officer II is distinguished from the Code Enforcement Officer I by the difficulty and complexity of work performed. Code Enforcement Officer II can perform the full range of job duties with minimal supervision, possesses specialized knowledge, abilities and skills, and exercises independent judgement in the performance of his/her duties.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the class.Inspects residential, commercial, and other properties to determine the status of compliance with City codes and policiesDevelops programs, subject to approval, designed to proactively ensure proposed and existing construction projects and sites meet City construction requirements and guidelines with respect to building, zoning, noise, notifications, site protection, parking codes, ordinances, standards and proceduresMeets with owners, tenants, citizens, contractors, developers, etc. prior to and during construction to review and explain code requirements and violations, or potential violations and issuesReceives, responds to, and answers complaints related to citizen requests for enforcement of City ordinances covering activities or circumstances related to signing, building occupancy, nuisances, housing conditions, construction, land use, dumping, zoning violations, sanitation, refuse storage, property maintenance, parking, traffic, property damage and other conditionsPatrols and conducts regular field inspections; coordinates enforcement efforts with and prepares documents, photographs, and other records for the City Prosecutor and/or District Attorney Office, City departments, and other agencies, as neededMaintains files and prepares reports on activities and problem enforcement areasIssues citations for violationsInspects buildings that are being constructed, altered, moved, and/or demolished to see that work complies with applicable building and related codes and ordinancesMay oversee the work of clerical support staff in maintaining records and sending notices and correspondenceDevelops form letters, notices, news releases, citation forms, and other administrative tools to expedite the code enforcement program.Prepares cases for court and testifies in court. Performs other related duties, as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The application filing deadline is Sunday, December 14, 2025.All applicants will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. Candidates will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Meeting the minimum requirements listed in this job announcement does not guarantee advancement in subsequent phases of the selection process. The selection process may be changed as deemed necessary by the City Human Resources Department. The selection process will consist of the following component and weight: Oral Interview (100%)* The oral interview exam is tentatively scheduled for Thursday, January 8, 2026.If you need special assistance in the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources Department at (310) 802-5258. NOTE: A drug test may be administered as part of the pre-employment medical exam. The provisions of this brochure do not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.