CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER II at City of Commerce – Commerce, California

Under general supervision, provides journey level office and fieldwork duties in support of Code Enforcement including the investigation, inspection and enforcement of municipal and State codes, ordinances, abatement regulations, and health and safety laws for the Community Development Department.
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. lncumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required
to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Performs land use and environmental inspections to ensure safety and general welfare of residents, and to maintain property values of residences; enforces City codes encompassing sub-standard buildings, zoning, vehicle abatement, nuisance abatement, land use, public health and safety, and other compliance violations; performs special event safety inspections as required.

• Answers inquiries on code violations and enforcement issues; provides advice, assistance and information within scope of authority.

• Responds to complaints of potential code violations relating to environmental control, signing, building occupancy, hazards, housing conditions, construction, land use, zoning, dumping, polluting, and other nuisances and code related matters.

• Receives, processes and investigates complaints from citizens and other City departments; initiates investigations and analysis based on preliminary information; compares facts to code requirements; contacts individuals to discuss violations and alternatives for resolving compliance issues; documents findings, and issues warnings and correction notices.

• Explains the requirements of building and safety codes, zoning, health, environmental and other local and regional ordinances to citizens.

• Following established procedures, issues letters of violation and citations to people in clear violation of City codes and State regulations; documents each citation presented to owners and agents.

• Conducts follow-up inspections and verifies compliance.

• Coordinates efforts with other City departments and law enforcement agencies, as needed.

• Maintains and updates files and records related to inspection and enforcement activities; completes required project and event documentation, daily logs and reports.

• Maintains the absolute confidentiality of all records and information.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent GED.
AND
Two years of experience as a Code Enforcement Officer which includes progressively responsible public contact work with primary experience in the area of enforcement of public laws or guidelines, conducting public inspection or complaint Investigations.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Required Licenses or Certifications:
Must possess a valid California driver's license.
Certified training in California Penal Code, Section 832 (PC-832) Laws of Arrest, is required within six (6) months of hire.