Code Enforcement Officer I/Ii

DESCRIPTION

This posting is scheduled to have 2 GRANT FUNDED available positions. Per Resolution No CC 2024-011, the grant will be provided for a period of three years, after such the positions will be subject to available funds.

The Code Enforcement Officer I/II performs responsible technical and administrative work in the enforcement of the provisions of the City's Municipal Code and the Palmdale Zoning Ordinance; to investigate and enforce applicable ordinances, codes, and regulations related to, zoning, land use, health and safety, blight, and graffiti involving both office and field work.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Code Enforcement Officer I
Code Enforcement Officer I is the entry-level class in the Code Enforcement series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Code Enforcement II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties as assigned to the journey level class.
Code Enforcement Officer II
Code Enforcement Officer II is the full journey level class in the Code Enforcement series and is distinguished from the Code Enforcement Officer I level by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned with only minimal instruction or assistance. Incumbents work independently, seeking assistance only as new or unusual situations arise. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Code Enforcement Officer I class. On occasion, as assigned, this position may monitor work efforts performed by Code Enforcement Officer I and Neighborhood Compliance Officers.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direct supervision from the Senior Code Enforcement Officer under direction of the Community Compliance Manager.
This position exercises no supervision.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Answer inquiries and respond to complaints from the public regarding fire and safety hazards, abatement procedures, code and zoning regulations, and potential violations.
Resolve disputes when possible regarding enforcement actions, notices to abate, citations, and/or legal action.
Schedule and conduct field investigations; identify municipal and zoning code ordinance violations.
Advise property owners of violations of specific codes and action necessary to comply; seek voluntary compliance.
Issue notice of violations involving substandard properties.
Conduct investigations regarding violations of the municipal code, take appropriate action, which may include the issuance of civil and/or criminal citations.
Prepare Substandard Notices, Summary Abatement Orders and Liens to record against individual properties; receive and process requests for release of Substandard Notices and Liens.
Remove illegal signs within public right-of-way, make contact with homeless population, investigate illegal dumping, contact/enforce illegal street vendors, peddlers, and panhandlers.
Prepare, write and submit cases to City Attorney and/or District Attorney for action in cases of noncompliance; represent the City in court when required.
Maintain records of inspection and enforcement efforts including detailed reports, correspondence, photographs, and other evidence, which may be used in legal proceedings.
Confer with other County and/or State departments such as the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Los Angeles County Probation Department, Health Department, State Parole and the Department of Animal Control as well as City departments on the disposition of complaints and violations.
Obtain inspection and forcible entry warrants as needed.
Incorporate the City's Strategic Plan and Values in all aspects of enforcement actions.
Assist in the development and revision of zoning code provisions.
Perform related duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING / LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATE

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Code Enforcement Officer I
Experience:
Two years of public agency enforcement experience.
Training:
High school diploma or G. E. D. or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Code Enforcement Officer II
Experience:
Three years of enforcement experience as a Code Enforcement Officer, law Enforcement Officer, or similar.
Training:
High school diploma or G. E. D. or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:
Code Enforcement Officer I:
Possession of a valid California driver's license and legally required vehicle insurance and the ability to be insured with the City's insurance carrier required.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a P.O.S.T. (832 p.c.) certificate within one year of date of hire.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within six months, a basic California Association of Code Enforcement Officials (CACEO) Module I certificate.
Code Enforcement Officer II:
Possession of a valid California driver's license and legally required vehicle insurance and the ability to be insured with the City's insurance carrier required.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within six months, California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) PC 832 Arrest, Search, and Seizure Certificate.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within six months, California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO) Module II certificate.
Other Requirement:
Must successfully pass the background for the California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (CLETS) through the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department as soon as practical.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:
Land use concepts and zoning principles.
Zoning and municipal codes, basic understanding of California Penal Code and California Vehicle Code.
Due process, constitutional rights, limitation of authority; legal remedies, and abatement strategies used in investigation of complaints.
Appropriate safety measures for field investigations.
Basic word processing and database operations.
City organizational structure/functions.
Outside agencies’ jurisdiction.
Community/agency resources available to effect compliance.
Ability to:
Read, comprehend, interpret and explain City codes.
Determine zoning code violations and recommend corrective action.
Gather and analyze data.
Prepare accurate and concise technical reports.
Make sound decisions and recommend appropriate corrective action.
Resolve disputes and problem solve.
Work safely in the field setting.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Mobility: frequent standing and walking on uneven terrain; frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting for long periods of time; regular climbing, bending, stooping and squatting. Lifting: frequently up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 40 pounds; occasional pushing pulling up to 100 pounds. Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision. Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone. Emotional/Psychological: frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone. Environmental: frequent exposure to noise; occasional exposure to chemicals, biohazards, fumes, and other environmental substances.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is often performed in an outdoor construction environment with year-round exposure to varying weather conditions. Work is subject to construction site noise and environment including exposure to loud equipment and machinery. Work is performed at various locations. Positions will require weekend work, occasional overtime and travel is rare.

The City of Palmdale is noted for its highly skilled work force with a large concentration of aerospace firms located at Air Force Plant 42 and nearby Edwards Air Force Base. Its family oriented and culturally enhancing venues such as the Palmdale Playhouse, DryTown Water Park and Starlight Amphitheater make Palmdale "a place to call home."

The city is located approximately one hour north of Los Angeles off the Antelope Valley Freeway (14). Palmdale encompasses about 104 square miles and has a population of approximately 153,000. The City is served by several school districts and has a growing retail and commercial base. For more information visit www.cityofpalmdale.org.

BUSINESS HOURS: Normal operating hours are from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm Monday – Thursday. CLOSED on Friday.

UNION: The Teamsters Local 911 represents certain positions in the City's Maintenance Division of Public Works.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

APPLICATION MATERIALS must be submitted by the closing date listed in the job bulletin. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of a City online application.

RESIDENCE within the City is not required.

AN ELIGIBILITY LIST of the most qualified applicants will be compiled based on the results of the selection process. The list will remain in place for a period to be determined by Human Resources.

BENEFITS listed here apply to full-time and benefited part-time positions; not to unbenefited part-time employees unless so described.

A PROBATION PERIOD of six months minimum applies to initial employment with the City.

VACATION, HOLIDAYS AND LEAVE: The City provides 14 paid holidays per year and 80 hours vacation (years one through four) with a maximum accrual of 240 hours (160 hours for benefited part-time employees). Administrative employees accrue 80 hours of administrative leave per year with a maximum accrual of 240 hours.

SICK LEAVE: Employees accrue 96 hours per year with a maximum accrual of 800 hours (400 hours for benefited part-time employees). Unbenefited part-time employees receive 28 hours of paid sick leave per fiscal year.

RETIREMENT: The City is a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (Cal-PERS). Full-time and benefited part-time employees will be enrolled in either the New Member or Classic plan, as defined by CalPERS. New Members are enrolled in the 2% @ 62 formula and pay the full 6.25% employee contribution. Classic Members are enrolled in the 2% @ 60 formula and pay the full 7% employee contribution.

All other part-time employees are covered under the Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS).

WELLNESS PROGRAM: The program includes gym membership discounts, healthy eating programs, exercise classes & other programs.

DIRECT DEPOSIT: Direct Deposit is mandatory for all new employees.

CREDIT UNION: F&A Federal Credit Union & Logix Federal Credit Union (formerly Lockheed) are available options.

INSURANCE: The City offers group health, dental/vision, long term and short term disability, and a $50,000 life insurance policy for full-time employees. The City contributes towards the employee's health insurance.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The City participates in the ICMA-RC Deferred Compensation Plan, which enables benefited part-time and full-time employees to contribute on a tax deferred basis.

OVERTIME COMPENSATION: Over time is accrued at time-and-a-half for eligible employees for time physically worked in excess of the regular forty (40) hour work week.

PART-TIME EMPLOYEES: Unbenefited part-time employees are reviewed for merit salary advancement, but are not eligible for any other benefits listed. Benefited part-time employees are eligible for CalPERS retirement, sick leave, holidays, & vacation on a prorated basis.

MILEAGE PAY: Any employee may be reimbursed for work related mileage at 54 cents per mile when assigned to use their private vehicle on City business.

SOCIAL SECURITY: The City does not participate in Social Security, and does not deduct Social Security payments from any employee's salary. The City does deduct 1.45% of salary for Medicare & makes a 1.45% matching contribution

• Benefits can change at any time.