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Code Enforcement OfficerCity of Fountain Valley • Fountain Valley, California, USA
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Code Enforcement Officer

Code Enforcement Officer

City of Fountain Valley • Fountain Valley, California, USA
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Description

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

The City of Fountain Valley is nestled in the heart of Orange County. With approximately 60000 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 qualify 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 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

  • 4 / 10 schedule (off 3 days per week)
  • 4% base salary increase in July 2026
  • An incredible retirement / pension : CalPERS (2%@60 for Classic or 2%@62 for PEPRA)
  • Flex dollars for CalPERS medical HMO / PPO plans - (Tier III) : $675 for Employee Only; $1175 for Employee 1 Dependent; or $1450 for Employee Family. Flex dollars are applied to medical dental (mandatory) $50000 life insurance (mandatory) vision and optional AFLAC insurance.
  • Matching deferred compensation contribution (up to $225 per month)
  • City-paid long-term disability insurance
  • Generous leave accruals
  • 11 paid holidays including one floating holiday
  • Job Overview

  • Inspects single-family homes apartment buildings businesses and vacant lots to ensure compliance with applicable zoning and nuisance codes ordinances and regulations.
  • Receives evaluates and resolves citizen and interdepartmental complaints of alleged code violations.
  • Performs field investigations evidence gathering and case preparation of violations of City codes regarding nuisance abatement abandoned vehicles and other related violations.
  • Prepares and issues violation notices explains nature of incurred violations and encourages compliance and conducts follow-up abatement procedures including correspondence site visits and communication with property owners.
  • Recommends and implements strategic enforcement campaigns for problem areas.
  • Issues warnings violation notices and administrative citations regarding code violations.
  • Provides testimony at administrative citation hearings.
  • Provides information to the public and City agencies regarding municipal civil penal and related codes.
  • OTHER JOB-RELATED DUTIES :

  • Maintains case files records and automated databases.
  • Prepares and presents oral and written presentations to Council commissions and boards as necessary.
  • Drafts ordinances resolutions reports and pleadings.
  • Prepares a variety of letters memorandums and other written reports on a variety of Code Enforcement matters.
  • Performs legal research in support of criminal and civil litigation.
  • May appear on Citys behalf in court proceedings.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities knowledge skills and abilities associated with the position. For further details please click on the following link to access the full class specification for Code Enforcement Officer.

    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 Drivers 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 . 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 .

    Selection Process :

    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.

    Important Recruitment Information :

    All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidates 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 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.

    Note : 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.

    Required Experience :

    Unclear Seniority

    Key Skills

    Swimming,Proofreading,Computer Skills,Military Experience,Law Enforcement,Tribal Law,Conflict Management,Driving,Security,Teaching,Transcription,Writing Skills

    Employment Type : Unclear

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Yearly Salary Salary : 78977 - 95992

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