County of Alameda

Code Enforcement Officer I (#8675)

Bargaining Unit: SEIU 1021 - Misc Prof/Tech (011)
$41.78-$50.02 Hourly / $3,342.40-$4,001.60 BiWeekly /
$7,241.87-$8,670.13 Monthly / $86,902.40-$104,041.60 Yearly

DESCRIPTION
This classification specification describes the entry-level classification in the Code Enforcement Officer flexibly staffed series. Under close supervision, Code Enforcement Officer I performs the more routine and standardized tasks and learns County and departmental policies, procedures, and practices.  Code Enforcement Officers are primarily responsible for the office and field investigation work involved in conducting inspections and enforcing codes and ordinances for property related to use, maintenance and safety of land and structures, the enforcement of codes and ordinances including, but not limited to zoning, subdivision, neighborhood preservation, abandoned vehicles, sign amortization and substandard conditions.  Investigative work includes reviewing and resolving complaints of violations involving the misuse of buildings, vehicles, and property; and do related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

This classification is part of a three-level flexibly staffed series located in the Planning Department of the Community Development Agency (CDA) and reports to the Senior Code Enforcement Officer. Upon completion of one (1) year as a Code Enforcement Officer I, employees are evaluated for potentially flexing up to Code Enforcement Officer II once departmental and program policies and procedures are learned and demonstrated proficiency of the position requirements.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
NOTE: The following duties are performed by employees in this classification.  However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level.  Each employee in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed.

  1. Investigates alleged violations of codes and ordinances by interviewing the public, researching pertinent records, interpreting relevant code or ordinance sections, and inspecting the alleged violations.
  2. Investigates complaints and notifies property owners of violations; meets with suspected code violators to explain permit processes and compliance procedures; inspects properties in question to determine status of code violations; and issues citations to code violators as required.
  3. Attempts to obtain voluntary compliance in cases of violation; and provides precise verbal or written notification of steps necessary to comply with relevant codes or ordinances.
  4. Enforces land-use codes and ordinances by conducting investigations to obtain evidence necessary for the issuance of criminal complaints.
  5. Appears as witness in court enforcement proceedings.
  6. Prepares abatement and/or appeal staff reports and presents them to the Boards of Zoning Adjustment.
  7. Conducts periodic monitoring and compliance inspections of premises related to adopted program regulations.
  8. Conducts periodic inspections of premises operating under Conditional Use Permits or Variances and obtains compliance with the conditions of such Conditional Use Permits and Variances.
  9. Conducts surveys of signs in connection with the County Sign Amortization Program and notifies violators of the need to relocate, alter, or remove non-conforming signs.
  10. Conducts investigations and prepares staff reports for the Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission, and/or Boards of Zoning Adjustments as directed.
  11. Responds to inquiries from the public, keeps informed on code and ordinance changes, and works closely with other departments and agencies. 
  12. Educates the public and maintains good public relations regarding enforcement programs.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS


EITHER I
Experience:

One (1) year of full-time experience in the classification of Planning Technician I or an equal or higher classification in the Alameda County Community Development Agency’s Planning Department.

OR II
Experience:

The equivalent of two (2) years of full-time increasingly responsible, professional experience in code enforcement or investigative work for a public agency in zoning, law enforcement, building inspection, or health inspection, directly dealing with related complaints from the public.

License:

Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

Special Requirements:

Employees may be required to attend meetings, events, and conduct work in the course of performing their duties in evenings and on weekends.

NOTE: The Civil Service commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination.



KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the “Examples of Duties” section of this specification.

Knowledge of:

  • Elements of planning and zoning theory. 
  • Basic legal principles relating to law enforcement.
  • Effective investigative techniques, including interviewing and rules of evidence.
  • Effective public relations techniques.
  • Related computer applications.

Ability to:

  • Learn and enforce laws and ordinances governing land use.
  • Plan and organize work.
  • Analyze and solve problems.
  • Make decisions.
  • Exercise analytical ability, tact, and good judgment in land-use ordinance enforcement.
  • Work effectively with citizens, homeowner groups, boards, and commissions.
  • Prepare clear and concise reports.
  • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

CLASS SPEC HISTORY
FW:nw/Revised 2-1-73
JGS:pb/Revised 6/90
DF:jc/Revised/Retitled: 8/99
Jobspecs/8675-8680-8685
CSC Date:  12/15/99
DR:po  Revised 8/18/09
CSC Date:  09/23/09
IL:saa Revised/Retitled 07/29/2024
Old Title: Zone Investigator I
CSC Date: 8/21/2024

BENEFITS

Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being.  These benefits include but are not limited to*:

For your Health & Well-Being

  • Medical – HMO & PPO Plans
  • Dental – HMO & PPO Plans
  • Vision or Vision Reimbursement
  • Share the Savings
  • Basic Life Insurance 
  • Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) 
  • County Allowance Credit
  • Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services
  • Employee Assistance Program

For your Financial Future

  • Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)
  • Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)

For your Work/Life Balance

  • 12 paid holidays
  • Floating Holidays
  • Vacation and sick leave accrual
  • Vacation purchase program
  • Catastrophic Sick Leave
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits Program
  • Guaranteed Ride Home
  • Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts)
  • Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.)
  • Child Care Resources
  • 1st United Services Credit Union 

*Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement.  This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change.

 




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