Code Compliance Technician

The City of San Clemente
is excited to announce we are currently accepting applications
for the position of:
Code Compliance Technician (Community Development/Code Enforcement)

The City of San Clemente is seeking a professional, dependable, and community‑minded individual to join the Community Development Department as a Code Compliance Technician.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in municipal code compliance, field investigations, public contact, and community problem‑solving. Code Compliance Technician helps support safe, clean, and well‑maintained neighborhoods by responding to complaints, documenting concerns, educating the public, and assisting with enforcement of the City’s Municipal Code and related regulations.

This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys working in the field, communicating with the public, solving problems, and helping maintain the quality of life and visual character of the San Clemente Community.

This position is expected to work a non‑traditional schedule, including evenings, late nights, weekends, and/or holidays. The anticipated schedule will be four (4) ten‑hour shifts Thursday
- Sunday, such as approximately 2:00pm to 1:00pm, based on department needs.

As a Code Compliance Technician, you will provide technical office and field support related to the receipt, investigation, and processing of complaints and potential violations of the City’s Municipal Code.

Duties may include:

• Responding to public inquiries and complaints regarding potential code violations
• Interviewing complainants, witnesses, property owners, business owners, and members of the public
• Performing field investigations and proactive inspections of assigned areas
• Taking photographs, documenting observations, and maintaining accurate case records
• Researching municipal code requirements, property information, permits, and related records
• Preparing notices of violation and supporting compliance efforts
• Documenting enforcement actions in code compliance tracking software
• Coordinating with Police, Fire, Health, and other agencies as needed
• Preparing reports for administrative or court proceedings
• Testifying in court or administrative hearings, when required
• Assisting other City departments, divisions, and functions as needed

Essential responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Respond to citizen’s inquiries and complaints of alleged violations; interview complainants and witnesses; and take photographs of violations and document activities.

• Perform research to determine if the alleged violations exist and take action to gain compliance.
• Perform proactive investigations of problem areas.
• Coordinate with various outside agencies regarding code enforcement activities including police, fire and health.
• Prepare notices of violations.
• Use mobile computers, peripherals, or other equipment to assist in investigations while in the field.
• Document enforcement actions within Code Compliance tracking software.
• Prepare reports for court or administrative proceedings; testify in court and at administrative proceedings.
• May aid other City functions, divisions, and departments when needed.

The ideal candidate is someone who:

• Communicates professionally and calmly with the public
• Has strong judgment, maturity, and problem‑solving skills
• Can remain professional during difficult or sensitive interactions
• Enjoys field work and community‑facing service
• Can work independently while following direction, policy, and procedure
• Is detail‑oriented and able to document work clearly and accurately
• Is interested in learning municipal code enforcement, investigations, and public agency operations
• Has experience in customer…