GENERAL PURPOSE

GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general direction, plan, coordinates, conducts and supervises the review inspections and investigation of various matters for the enforcement of the Compton Municipal Code; meets with the public to service complaints and to provide information concerning the provisions of codes and ordinances; prepares reports and correspondences; and performs others related duties required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED: Works under the general supervisor of the Community Improvement Services Director. Supervises Code Enforcement Officer I and may supervise administrative support staff and dispatchers.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Employees in this classification may be required to work; days, evenings and weekend hours.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following essential functions are those that are critical, integral, necessary, crucial, primary and fundamental to the job. Incumbents who possess the requisite skill, experience, education, and other job-related requirements of a position are expected to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Analyzes problems regarding the enforcement of municipal ordinances and codes.
Submits reports of recommendations and procedures to resolved problems.
Conducts inspection and investigations into matters observed and reported as possible violations of municipal ordinances and codes.
Issues citations for violation prepares written notifications for non-compliance detailing the nature of the violations and the necessary and required changes for compliance.
Maintain records of codes violations and corrective action taken.
Assists the legal department in preparing cases for prosecuting violators
Secures evidence through photography and/or documentation of investigations in cases of non-compliance.
Assists in the enforcement of state and county laws and regulations governing health, safety, animal control and vehicle abandonment/abatement by conducting or supervising investigations and inspections.
Prepares reports of observations and evaluations of compliance with established regulations.
Trains and supervises other inspection and clerical personnel assigned to the work unit or assigned to related project functions.
Communicates with employees of other City departments; supervisory officials and personnel of other agencies to promote achievement of program or projects goals and objectives.
Review and evaluate employee’s work performance.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Graduation from high school or possession of G.E.D. certificate.

Experience: Three (3) years of full-time, paid experience equivalent to the duties of the Code Enforcement Officer I, or four (4) years of full-time paid experience in conducting field inspections to evaluate compliance with established laws or regulations. One year of supervisory experience is highly desirable, but not required.

Age Requirement: Applicants must be at least 21 years of age at the time of application.

Required Licenses Or Certifications

Possession of an appropriate California driver’s license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles.
Possession of a valid Certificate of Completion for P.O.S.T. certified courses in Powers of Arrest – P.C 832(a) at the time of application.

Knowledge And Abilities

Effective methods and techniques for handling various interpersonal contact situations including those associated with supervision of subordinate personnel.
Reviewing and investigating complaints; establishing and maintaining rapport with employees of other units or departments.
Principle practices and techniques for inspection and investigation.
Report writing principles- including correct use of English, grammar spelling and punctuation.
Recordkeeping principles and practices.
Photography and preparation of graphic displays.
General knowledge of provisions of state, county and municipal regulations governing zoning, nuisances, abandoned vehicles and property maintenance is also required.

Ability To

Properly use and care for city issued equipment.
Analyze problem situations and to formulate reasonable solutions
Prepare and present recommendations for action, procedures and policies in a clear and effective manner.
Read and interpret laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
Understand and apply laws, regulations, diagrams, maps and other written materials.
Plan, coordinate, conduct and supervise investigations and inspections to evaluate compliance with laws and regulations-including the collection preparation of evidence through photographs and documentation of investigation with reports.
Supervise inspectors, enforcement officers, and clerical personnel in performing work as necessary to carry out plans and to meet goals and objectives.
Prepare and present regular reports on various matter such as projects and program activities, employee’s performance, work schedules and budgetary planning and control.
Establish and maintain rapport and effective working relationships with various individuals and other agencies contacted during the course of work performance.

Physical Demands/ Work Environment

Work is performed in a primarily outdoor setting and will require some work in high temperatures (above 80 degrees) and low temperatures (40-60 degrees).
Work will require frequent driving, lifting, reaching, climbing, stretching and on occasion pushing.
Work will require exposure to substandard/unstable structures, domestic animals, rodents, sewage, hazardous materials and chemicals, slippery surfaces and areas with minor amounts of dust
Must be able to work in uniform during weekdays, weekends, and holidays on any assigned shift.

Internal applicants must use their personal email to apply, as City of Compton work emails will not be accepted for job applications. While we cannot prevent applicants from using their work email, the City is not responsible for missed communications due to system outages, firewall restrictions, employee leave, or any other technical or accessibility issues affecting City email accounts.

All applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for the position and submit all required documents -such as licenses, certifications, and proof of education- outlined in the job posting. Incomplete applications, including those missing any required documentation, will not be considered.

Please note: Only the first 50 applications received that meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to continue in the hiring process.

EXAMINATION

The purpose of this examination is to establish an eligible list from which vacant position(s) may be filled.

Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination and interview process.

Phase one (1) is a written examination (weighted 50%) which will measure all or portions of the above knowledge, and skills. Phase two (2) is an oral examination (weighted 50%) that will be administered by an appraisal panel to evaluate professional qualifications, background and suitability. A passing score for each phase is 70%. Each candidate will be notified via e-mail of their status at each step of the recruitment.

The City of Compton reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods, if deemed necessary. Failure in one phase of the examination shall be grounds for declaring the applicant as failing in the entire examination, and as disqualified for subsequent parts of an examination.

GENERAL INFORMATION TO EXAMINATION APPLICANTS

The City of Compton does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or provisions of services.

Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must give advanced notice to the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing date.

ELIGIBLE LISTS

Recruitment may be conducted on a (a) promotional basis, (b) open-competitive basis, or (c) promotional and open-competitive basis simultaneously. All candidates who attain an overall score of at least 70.00 (open-competitive) and at least 75.00 (promotional) will be placed in rank order on the relevant eligible list(s).

Please Note

All permanent City employees that attain an overall score of at least 75.00 will be placed on both the promotional eligible list and the open-competitive eligible list. All City employees that attain a score of 70.00 on EACH PHASE of the examination but an overall score of less than 75.00 will be placed on the open-competitive eligible list only.

Each eligible list shall remain in effect one (1) year from the date of its establishment unless it is extended, abolished or exhausted. Whenever possible, three (3) names are certified to fill any one (1) vacant position. No candidate may be certified more than three (3) times for any one classified position. When certifying eligible lists to appointing powers, the promotional eligible list takes precedence over the open-competitive eligible list. A department manager's recommendation for employment is subject to the City Manager's approval.

EXAMINATION APPEAL PROCEDURE

A candidate may, within five (5) days after taking the written examination, file in writing with the City Manager an appeal against any part of the test, citing the item or items against which the appeal is directed, and the reason(s) for such appeal. The Personnel Board will consider appeals from the decisions and ratings of qualifications appraisals (interview) boards if such appeals meet the conditions described in the Personnel Rules and Regulations (Section 6.8).

EXAMINATION RECORDS

All examination papers, including the employment application, resume, and other attachments submitted by candidates are the property of the Personnel Board and are confidential records which may be open to inspection only for purposes and under conditions established by the Personnel Board.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE

In all entrance examinations (open-competitive only) for positions in the Classified Service, veterans who served in the armed forces of the United States during time(s) of war, and who attain an overall passing score in the examination are allowed additional preferential credit in accordance with the Personnel Rules and Regulations. In order to claim veterans' credit, the applicant must submit proof of service and honorable discharge (showing specific dates of service) on a U.S. Military form (DD-214) at the time of application or not later than the final filing date for the examination.

Fringe Benefits

The City's comprehensive fringe benefits program includes: retirement (Public Employees' Retirement System), medical, dental, life and vision insurances, deferred compensation, sick and vacation leaves, after-hours education reimbursement, ride share program, uniform allowance and other provisions.

The City of Compton offers an excellent benefits program which includes membership in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS); family-covered insurances: dental, health, vision; life insurance (for employee only); Employee Assistance Program; six personal leave days; 15 holidays (including birthday); vacation; sick leave; bereavement leave; educational reimbursement; personal development; deferred compensation; 4/10 work week. The City also pays the employee's 8% share of contribution towards retirement.

Retirement

Employees hired after January 1, 2013, who are new to CalPERS, or are returning members with a break in service greater than six months, will be enrolled in the 2% @ 62 retirement plan and will be required to pay at least 50% (currently 6.5%) of the normal PERS cost.

Dental

The City pays 100% of the full family monthly premium towards the HMO dental insurance plan.

Health

The City pays 100% of the full family monthly premium based at Kaiser Los Angeles Region's rates. Employees selecting health plans with higher monthly premiums than Kaiser will incur out-of-pocket costs.

Vision

The City offers a voluntary vision insurance plan.

Life

The City pays 100% of the monthly premium for employee only towards $55,000 life insurance coverage.

Employee Assistance Program

Provides confidential counseling, education and referral for work and life issues at no cost to the employee; subject to program provisions.

Vacation

(Supervisory, Technical & Professional Classifications)

Employees of this Unit may use vacation leave after the satisfactory completion of six months of continuous service with the CITY. Employees shall accrue vacation as follows: *6 months to 5 years of service – 6.667 per month; 5 to 10 years of service – 10.00 hours per month; 10 to 15 years of service –14.00 hours per month; 15 or more years of service – 17.334 hours per month

Holidays

Fifteen per year which include: Independence Day, Labor Day, Admissions Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Thanksgiving Day (day following), Christmas Day, New Year's Day, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday, Lincoln's Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Cinco de Mayo, Memorial Day, Employee's Birthday, Cesar Chavez Day

Sick

Employees accrue twelve hours of sick leave per month.

Bereavement

Three working days (or five working days for out of State services) per incident for the death of an immediate family member: spouse, father, current father-in-law, mother, current mother-in-law, grandfather, grandmother, son, daughter, brother, sister, step-mother, step-father, step-son and step-daughter).

Educational Reimbursement

Employees receive up to $2,000 per fiscal year for job-related courses.

01

Do you have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent?

02

Do you have (1) at least one year of supervisory experience?

Yes, I have at least 1 year of supervisory experience.
No, I do NOT have supervisory experience.

03

Are you at least 21 years of age AND possess a valid California driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles? (Please Note: you MUST attach PROOF, as applications submitted without PROOF will automatically be disqualified.)

Yes, I am at least 21 years of age and possess a valid California driver's license.
No, I am NOT 21 years of age and possess a valid California driver's license.
Yes, I am at least 21 years of age but do NOT possess a valid California driver's license.
No, I am NOT 21 years of age and do NOT possess a valid California driver's license.

04

Do you have three (3) years of full-time, paid experience equivalent to the duties of a Code Enforcement Officer I; or four (4) years of full-time paid experience in conducting field investigations to evaluate compliance with established laws or regulations? Please note: your application must clearly outline this experience.

05

Do you possess a certificate confirming your completion of Peace Officer Standard Training (POST) certified courses in Power of Arrest (applications submitted without this required certificate will automatically be disqualified).

Yes, I possess this certification and have uploaded/attached proof.
No, I do not possess this certification.

06

This brings you to the end of your application. Before submitting your application, please make sure you have done the following: 1. Read the entire job description and understand the position you are applying for. 2. Read the Minimum Qualifications and clearly state your relevant experience and education on your application; including any licenses and/or certificates if applicable. (Note: resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of a completed application.) 3. Attach any proof of education, licenses and/or certificates if applicable. 4. Completed all sections of the application and answered all questions thoroughly.

I certify that I have read this notice and understand the instructions provided.
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