Code Enforcement Officer

Job Details

Under direct supervision, performs investigations and enforcement of state and County land use, zoning, subdivision, and nuisance abatement laws and regulations; communicates with the public regarding code compliance and enforcement; and performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver’s License.

Possession of Certified Code Enforcement Officer designation through the American Association of Code Enforcement (AACE) or the California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CCEO) is desirable.

Education and Experience:

Two (2) years of full-time experience in a position that required extensive customer contact, and six (6) months experience applying various government regulations and laws.

Additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted.

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Applicants may substitute relevant experience and/or education at a 2 to 1 ratio to fulfill minimum qualifications. For further details, individuals should reach out to the Human Resources department.

ADA Accommodations

Individuals in need of accommodation during the application and/or selection process under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should reach out to County of Lake Human Resources at (707) 263-2213.

The County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer

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CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER

DEFINITION
Under direct supervision, performs investigations and enforcement of state and County land use, zoning, subdivision, and nuisance abatement laws and regulations; communicates with the public regarding code compliance and enforcement; and performs related duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a journey-level class performing specialized code enforcement tasks. Incumbents perform investigations to enforce state and County land use, zoning, subdivision, and nuisance abatement laws and regulations.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direct supervision from the Code Enforcement Program Supervisor. Exercises no supervision over staff. May provide lead direction, work coordination, and training, as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The duties listed below are illustrative only and are not meant to be a full and exhaustive listing of all duties and responsibilities of the position.

• Plans, organizes, coordinates, and conducts investigations for the enforcement of land use, zoning, subdivision, and nuisance abatement codes, laws, and regulations.
• Receives and responds to public complaints.
• Conducts field investigations/inspections of possible violations of County codes; observes and analyzes the violations and issues citations for non-compliance.
• Completes code violation report forms and determines appropriate follow-up actions.
• Determines the nature and extent of code violations and works with property owners to resolve problems and obtain compliance.
• Prepares reports, correspondence, affidavits, inspection warrants, citations, and other documents related to investigations and code compliance.
• Develops and maintains database records regarding code violations.
• Assists in conducting investigations of abandoned and/or inoperable vehicles.
• Performs follow-up inspections to ensure that compliance has been achieved.
• Performs title searches on properties.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of code enforcement and land use designation.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, regulations, ordinances, policies, and procedures pertaining to building, housing, and zoning.
• Investigation techniques and procedures.
• Legal terminology, forms, and procedures related to code enforcement.
• Customer service principles and techniques.
• Principles and practices of conflict resolution and negotiation.
• Principles of identification, preservation, and presentation of evidence
• Basic mathematical calculations.

• Proper English spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

• Written and oral communications skills.
• Computers and software programs (e.g., Microsoft software applications) to conduct research, assess information, and/or prepare documentation.
• Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction.

Ability to:

• Enforce a wide range of building and related codes and regulations related to building inspection activities and operations, land use codes and regulations.

• Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.
• Explain and apply applicable laws, ordinances, policies, rules, procedures, and regulations.

• Plan and conduct investigations and enforcement actions for state and County land use and nuisance abatement laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Perform investigations and inspections in an efficient and effective manner.
• Investigate inquiries and complaints, and conduct field inspections; accurately document findings; and maintain appropriate records.
• Prepare evidence and files on difficult and complex enforcement cases for hearing or court testimony.
• Gather, organize, and compile a variety of reports, data, and other information.
• Impartially enforce regulations with firmness and tact.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Represent the division in a courteous and professional manner.
• Regularly work well under pressure, meeting critical deadlines.
• Utilize a computer, relevant software applications, and/or other equipment as assigned to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver’s License.

Possession of Certified Code Enforcement Officer designation through the American Association of Code Enforcement (AACE) or the California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CCEO) is desirable.

Education and Experience:

Two (2) years of full-time experience in a position that required extensive customer contact, and six (6) months experience applying various government regulations and laws.

Additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted.
WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
The County of Lake is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Incumbents generally work outside of a typical office environment and may be exposed to extreme temperatures, loud noise, fumes, noxious odors, dust, mist, gases, and poor ventilation; underground, confined, or restricted workspaces. Incumbents may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Light Work: Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Positions in this class may require local and statewide travel as necessary.

A successful candidate will be required to submit to and pass a background check prior to the appointment. Depending upon the position and/or assigned department, the background check may include but is not limited to civil and criminal history check, reference check, Live Scan, and/or credit check (as allowed under state law).

Disaster Service Workers: As members of the County of Lake Emergency Services Organization, all Lake County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to perform certain emergency services at the direction of the department and / or County.

The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment. The County of Lake assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein. The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice. Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a “meet and confer” process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect.

U Health and Insurance Benefits U - Medical, dental, hospital, vision, life and disability coverage is available to employees and their dependents. The County contributes $1,000 of the monthly premiums for the insurance plan options.

U Retirement U -RETIREMENT - County employees are members of the California Public Employee Retirement system (CalPERS).CalPERS provides a defined benefit pension at retirement for County employees.The pension formulas and employee contribution amounts may vary by bargaining unit, date of hire, prior qualifying service, and classification. Please contact Human Resources for more information.

- Lake County has an adopted salary schedule.

U Social Security U - County employees participate in Social Security.

U California State Disability Insurance U - SDI is available to some County employees.

U Deferred Compensation Plan and Credit Union Memberships U are available to County employees.

Closing Date/Time: 7/29/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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