Code Enforcement Officer I​/Ii

The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of Code Enforcement Officer I/II to fill one vacancy in the Code Enforcement Division of the Community and Economic Development Department. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months. The Code Enforcement Officer (I/II) position works under close to general supervision, will perform technical office and field work associated with the enforcement of municipal and other related codes dealing with zoning, land use, building, housing, dangerous buildings, inoperable vehicles, noise, litter, sanitation, weeds and other public nuisance code provisions, and will perform other related work as assigned.

$34.51 - $41.94 hourly

This is the entry-level class in the code enforcement series. This class works under close supervision and receives detailed instruction in the performance of routine and less complex code enforcement activities. This class is distinguished from the Code Enforcement Officer II work by the generality and simplicity of the assignments received and by the lesser independence with which an incumbent is expected to perform.

For a full description of the Code Enforcement Officer I position.

$39.95 - $48.54 hourly

This is the journey level class in the code enforcement series. Work in this class is distinguished from that of the Code Enforcement Officer I by the greater complexity of the assignments received and by the greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to perform.

For a full description of the Code Enforcement Officer II position.

• Assist in the enforcement of City codes and ordinances which pertain to such areas as nuisances, zoning, building codes, weed abatement, inoperable vehicles, substandard housing, dangerous buildings, health and safety, and other related property maintenance requirements.
• Receive and investigate complaints and survey the City for possible code violations; explain ordinances to citizens and work with citizens to gain voluntary compliance with applicable City ordinances and codes.
• Inspect dwellings, buildings, vacant lots, businesses, and commercial properties for violations of applicable City ordinances and codes.
• Prepare reports and notices regarding related ordinance and code violations; issue citations and directives to offending parties, outlining or describing steps for compliance.
• Manage and organize all case reports and documents through computer systems used within the department; communicate with various owners regarding inspections, violations, and necessary remedies required.
• Conduct routine City property checks to minimize issues regarding theft, trespassing, dumping, vandalism, illegal parking, and abandoned vehicles.
• Coordinate maintenance activities and clean-up efforts for City owned properties; monitor and coordinate completion of the maintenance of buildings and property for housing or related special programs.
• Act as liaison with contractors and assist in requesting service for property maintenance related tasks and ensure completion.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ensure enforcement with City codes and ordinances which pertain to such areas as nuisances, zoning, building codes, weed abatement, inoperable vehicles, substandard housing, dangerous buildings, health and safety, and other related property maintenance requirements.
• Operate a computer, using applicable software to perform required research and maintain case investigation records.
• Prepare reports and notices regarding related ordinance and code violations; issue citations and directives to offending parties, outlining or describing steps for compliance; represent the City in hearings or court proceedings.
• Coordinate efforts through the City Attorney's Office and assist with complaint preparation; appear at arraignments and provide court testimony as needed.
• Perform administrative abatements as required; prepare requests for Inspection and Abatement Warrants as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education: High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED).

Experience: One year of responsible public contact work with primary…