Code Enforcement Officer

Code Enforcement Officer

Join our community development department as a Code Enforcement Officer and see what makes Fountain Valley a nice place to live and work!

The City of Fountain Valley is nestled in the heart of Orange County. With approximately 60,000 residents, the City is only 7 miles from the beach with countless restaurants, entertainment venues, shopping centers, and Disneyland within a 15-mile radius of the City, providing many options for a rich work-life balance. We are dedicated to fostering a safe, clean and well-ordered environment for our residents and business. As a small city, our employees have a unique opportunity to see the direct impact of their work and contribute meaningfully to the communitys quality of life.

About the role :

Are you a people-focused professional with a passion for public service? The City of Fountain Valley is seeking a dedicated Code Enforcement Officer to join our team. In this pivotal, public-facing role, you will be on the front lines of neighborhood preservation and community enhancement, ensuring that homes, businesses, and public spaces meet the citys standards for safety, health, and aesthetics.

This position is ideal for an organized, detail-oriented, and tactful individual who can communicate effectively with a diverse public, often in challenging situations. You will have the opportunity to work independently in the field, use your problem-solving skills, and feel the satisfaction of helping our community thrive. The ideal candidate will possess :

• A strong commitment to customer service and a desire to serve the public;
• Experience in a field requiring strong public contact and the enforcement of regulations;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for preparing clear reports and explaining technical information;
• The ability to exercise sound independent judgment and discretion when working in the field;
• An organized approach to managing a caseload, with strong record-keeping skills; and
• The flexibility to work the assigned schedule : Wednesday through Saturday (4 / 10 schedule)

Excellent benefits include :

Job overview :

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Qualification guidelines :

Education :

High School graduation or equivalent. Supplemental college-level coursework in a related area is highly desirable.

Experience :

Equivalent to two (2) years of full-time work experience performing municipal code enforcement or related work, including extensive public contact.

Certification :

Certification as a Code Enforcement Officer issued by the California Enforcement Officers Association (CACEO) or by the International Code Council (ICC) is required at the time of appointment (or obtained within the 12-month probationary period) as a condition of employment.

License required :

A valid California Class C Driver's License.

Special requirement :

Requires schedule flexibility, including availability to work weekends.

Fair Labor Standards Act designation :

Non-exempt.

Recruitment information :

To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and / or supplemental questionnaire. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete your application and consider having your profile created and / or updated before applying for the position. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. If you require technical assistance, please review the Government Jobs Online Employment Application Guide, or contact their toll-free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. Questions regarding this recruitment should be sent to hr@fountainvalley.gov. The selection process may include one or more of the following : application review, written test, performance exam, and / or oral interview examination. The employment application and supplemental questions will be evaluated based on the employment standards and minimum qualifications listed above. All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully completing all components of the pre-employment process which may include but is not limited to : reference checks, background investigation, credit check, California Department of Justice (DOJ) criminal history check (Live Scan fingerprinting), and pre-employment medical examination. The City of Fountain Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Candidates with a disability who may need accommodations during the selection process must notify the Human Resources Department at least 72 hours in advance of the exam date. The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained within may be modified or revoked without notice.