Code Compliance Assistant (Part-Time/ No Benefits)

Salary: $22.72 - $27.62 Hourly
Location : Santee, CA
Job Type: Part-Time Temporary (No Benefits)
Job Number: 2024-0311
Department: Planning and Building Department
Opening Date: 03/11/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
The Position
Under general supervision, the Code Compliance Assistant performs a variety of technical and office duties involving the City's code enforcement processes including parking enforcement; assists the public by telephone and at the front counter responding to code questions, complaints and/or violations; and assists the Code Compliance Officer in the research and preparation of cases. Other duties may include responding to public complaints, field investigations, preparation of administrative and legal documentation for compliance, inspections and public education, as directed.
~ This is a part-time non-benefited position ~
~ This is a non-telecommuting position ~
This recruitment is open until filled, so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. First review of applicants will take place on Friday, March 22, 2024.
Representative Duties
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Receive and respond to public complaints in coordination with the Code Compliance Officer in person, by mail, telephone, etc.;
• Appropriately log complaints;
• Establish and track case files in the enterprise permitting and licensing system;
• Document and track complaints and prepare/mail violation notices;
• Provide information regarding various code violations and related issues to the public, property or business owners, tenants, and/or complainants at the counter, in the field, electronically, or by telephone;
• Work consistently with the Public Services Division to monitor and remove non-permitted and illegal signs;
• Interpret and explain municipal codes, ordinances and other regulations to the public either in person or over the telephone;
• Perform visual inspections to determine whether or not there are violations of the Santee Municipal Code;
• Issue notices of violations in the field or via mail to violators;
• Perform general record keeping and prepare statistical reports;
• Provide testimony in court and at nuisance abatement hearings as required;
• Perform routine clerical duties such as typing, filing, record keeping, data entry, and receptionist duties coordinating with clerical staff; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of this classification. An example would be:
Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent and two (2) years of college course work from an accredited community college in code enforcement, building inspection, urban planning, or related discipline is desirable; AND
Experience: One (1) year (full-time equivalent) of professional experience involving customer service experience or a related field. Experience in code enforcement, law enforcement, investigations, inspections, or enforcement of established standards is desirable.
NOTE: Qualifying experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
Examination Process:This recruitment is open until filled, so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. First review of applicants will take place on Friday, March 22, 2024. Candidates whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the City will be invited to participate in the recruitment process for this position. The recruitment process may consist of any or all of the following components: Appraisal interview, and a written or practical skills assessment.
Interested applicants must submit an online application and supplemental questions.
Tentative Interview Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Special Requirements
License or Certificate:
Possession of or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver's license at time of appointment. A safe driving record is required and must be maintained during time of employment.
Background Investigation
The applicant selected will be subject to a criminal history investigation through the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and a thorough background check. A waiver for reference and background information must be completed.
City of Santee employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
This position is considered part-time temporary and does not receive any benefits other than participation in the appropriate retirement plan (CalPERS or PARS). The City only participates in the Medicare portion of social security.
PARS participants contribution 3.75% of salary to their retirement account, which is matched by the City.
PERS participants currently contribute a percentage of salary to their retirement account based on their retirement formula, with the City paying the additional required amount.
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process and may be used to determine your overall score. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Please do not indicate "See Resume" or "See Application" as these are NOT acceptable responses. If you are invited to a selection interview, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. Do you understand this information?

• Yes
• No

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Please indicate your highest level of education:

• GED/High School Graduate
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• None of the Above

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How many years of experience do you have working in code enforcement, law enforcement, investigations, inspections or enforcing establishing standards?

• Less than one year
• One to two years
• Two to three years
• Three to four years
• More than four years

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Please describe, in detail, your experience providing customer service in either code enforcement or law enforcement including: name of organization(s) where you gained this experience, type of company/agency, dates of employment and job title(s). If no experience, please type "None."
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I understand that this is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited position.

• Yes
• No

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Are you now, or have you ever been a contributing member of CalPERS?

• Yes
• No

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