City And Job Overview
The City of Garden Grove is now accepting applications for:
CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
Deadline to apply for this recruitment is
Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. PST.
Click here to apply online: Join Our Team
Join the City of Garden Grove as a part-time Code Enforcement Officer! The Code Enforcement team prides itself on friendliness and customer service. We are team-oriented and work on a wide range of code cases that require diligence and creativity. We are venturing into a new age where evening and weekend Code Enforcement is vital to the health, safety, and wellness of the community.
Under general supervision, the part-time Code Enforcement Officer investigates complaints from the general public, identifies violations of City codes, and works to achieve compliance with City codes. This position will boost Code Enforcement efforts on evenings and weekends, and may assist the Garden Grove Police Department with activities requiring Code Enforcement support. The ideal candidate will: possess strong oral and written communication skills; be customer service oriented; able to diffuse interpersonal conflicts; and be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. This is a part-time, unbenefited position limited to 1,000 hours per fiscal year. The position will work approximately 18 hours per week.
We anticipate creating an eligibility list from this recruitment that may be used to fill current and future vacancies for this classification.
Apply now!
Essential Duties
- Conduct inspections to evaluate compliance with established municipal codes and regulations; identify properties and areas which are not in compliance; issue non-compliance citations; and educate the general public regarding City codes and regulations to achieve voluntary compliance;
- Perform extensive field work including interaction with citizens, property owners, tenants and business owners, and provide on-going customer service regarding all matters related to municipal codes and regulations;
- Conduct research to determine governance or to resolve code compliance issues;
- Prepare written correspondence, reports and public education materials;
- Work as part of a Neighborhood Improvement team to develop innovative approaches that encourage property owners, managers and tenants to better maintain and/or upgrade their properties;
- Participate in the on-going review and update of applicable City codes;
- Work with City Attorney to prepare cases for court and provide court testimony as needed;
- Participate in the design, coordination and administration of the Code Enforcement Volunteer Program and other public education programs.
Requirements
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience: Two (2) years of responsible experience in obtaining compliance with regulatory codes, public laws, or guidelines, including conducting public inspections, customer services operation and/or complaint investigations. Experience in a directly related municipal function or other government setting is highly desirable.
KNOWLEDGE OF
Customer service techniques and principles; and proficiency with personal computer software applications, particularly MS Word.
ABILITY TO
Learn, appropriately apply, and retain knowledge of a complex system of codes, regulations and processes; provide excellent customer service, treat the public diplomatically and with respect, and maintain effective working relationships with other City employees, as well as others encountered in the course of work; be solution-oriented, persuasive and assertive, without being confrontational, in pursuit of code compliance; conduct research of City regulations, records and permits; work closely with detail and ensure accuracy of information in all communications and records; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, and use a personal computer to prepare a variety of reports, memos, letters and brochures.
Other Important Information
Other Requirements
Must possess a valid California Class “C” driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. Possession of P.C. 832 is required at time of application.
Certification as a Certified Code Enforcement Officer and ICC certification as a Certified Building Inspector or equivalent are considered highly desirable.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Incumbents in this classification sit, speak clearly, see long distance and small details, use a telephone, work on a personal computer, and drive a vehicle.
Work Environment
The work environment described here is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Incumbents in this classification work outside, inside, in direct contact with public, and may be required to work alternative schedules and/or overtime, including evenings and weekends, as necessary.
How To Apply
Online applications can be completed by visiting: www.ggcity.org/hr. Questions regarding this position may be sent via email to ggjobs@ggcity.org. City Hall is open Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and every other Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The deadline to apply is Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. PST.
Your Online Application Packet Must Include
- completed online employment application
- completed supplemental questionnaire
- copy of a valid PC 832 certificate
- any other code enforcement certificates, if applicable
The job application must be completely filled out. A resume may be submitted but cannot substitute for the application or for some of the other required information. Be sure to detail any education, training or other relevant course work that would make you a particularly strong candidate.
Your application will be reviewed very carefully, and only those who appear to have the best qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to further testing.
THE SELECTION PROCESS
Selection Process May Consist Of
- Oral panel interview and performance exam - tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, June 24, 2025
- Extensive background and reference check
- Pre-employment medical exam
Candidates who may need accommodations during the selection process must contact the Human Resources Department at ggjobs@ggcity.org at least one week prior to any test dates.
APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE COMMUNICATION THROUGH EMAIL ONLY. Applicants should be diligent in checking their email and spam folder.
If there are any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the Human Resources Department at ggjobs@ggcity.org.
NEPOTISM POLICY
The City has adopted a Nepotism Policy that may affect the status of a candidate's application. Please refer to Garden Grove Municipal Code 2.44.440 Nepotism Policy for more information.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Garden Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, marital status, religion, ancestry, national origin, medical condition, non-disqualifying disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, military/veteran status, or other protected class covered by appropriate law.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
Per Government Code 3100, in the event of a disaster, employees of the City of Garden Grove are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
City of Garden Grove's Excellent Part-Time Benefits!
BILINGUAL PAY: After certification, employees are eligible for pay for the use of their Spanish, Vietnamese, or Korean bilingual skills.
RETIREMENT: Part-time employees participate in a deferred compensation package, which means that payroll retirement payments will be deducted from their pay and placed in a deferred compensation account, to be available after the employee leaves or retires. If the employee works in excess of 1,000 hours within a single fiscal year, the employee must then enroll in the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), instead of continuing in the deferred compensation program, as above. If this occurs, employees contribute half of the normal cost into PERS.
SICK LEAVE: Employees receive sick leave time in accordance with the California Health Workplace Healthy Family Act (AB1522).
RIDESHARE PROGRAM: A variety of Rideshare incentives are provided, such as gift certificates and transportation subsidies.
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Please carefully read these instructions: Your responses to the supplemental questions below will be used to determine your qualifications for the position.
You are required to answer ALL of the supplemental questions as truthfully and accurately as possible. Your responses to these questions are subject to verification and may be assessed in subsequent examination parts. Any sign of deliberate misinformation or intentional exaggeration may result in disqualification from this examination process.
Yes – I have read, understood, and agree to these terms.
No – I have read, understood, and do not agree to these terms. I wish to withdraw my application from this process.
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What is the highest level of education you have completed?
- Some high school
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Associate's degree or equivalent units
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- Doctorate or Ph.D.
- None of the above
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How many years of experience in obtaining compliance with regulatory codes, public laws, or guidelines, including conducting public inspections, customer services operation and/or complaint investigations do you possess?
- I do not have experience in this area
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year but less than 2 years
- 2 years but less than 3 years
- 3 years but less than 4 years
- 4 years but less than 5 years
- 5 years or more
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How many years of municipal code enforcement experience do you possess?
- I do not have experience in this area
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year but less than 2 years
- 2 years but less than 3 years
- 3 years but less than 4 years
- 4 years but less than 5 years
- 5 years or more
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Please describe any formal code enforcement training you have, including any directly related to municipal function or other government settings. If you possess any code enforcement related certifications please list them below and remember to attach copies of your certifications. If you do not have any formal code enforcement training or certificates, please write "N/A" below.
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Do you currently possess a valid California Class "C" driver license?
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Do you possess a valid P.C. 832 certificate? If yes, please attach a copy of your certificate to your application.
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Do you possess any of the following certifications or equivalent? Select all that apply. Please attach proof of your certification to your application.
- Certified Code Enforcement Officer (CCEO).
- Certified Building Inspector.
- ICC certification.
- I do not possess any of these desired certifications.
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Are you willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed?
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This is a part-time, unbenefited position limited to 1,000 hours per fiscal year. The position will work approximately 18 hours per week. Are you willing to accept this type of role?
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This position is subject to an extensive background investigation conducted by a law enforcement agency, which may include a review of criminal history, employment records, references, and other relevant information as part of the pre-employment process. Do you acknowledge and agree to participate in the required background investigation as a condition of employment?
