Position Information
THIS RECRUITMENT IS PROMOTIONAL ONLY. YOU MUST PRESENTLY BE A FULL- OR PART-TIME REGULAR OR PROBATIONARY COUNTY OF SONOMA, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION, SONOMA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS, OR SONOMA COUNTY WATER AGENCY EMPLOYEE IN ORDER TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION.
Permit Sonoma has requested a
department promotional certification to fill a Job Title position.
Only qualified permanent and/or probationary Department employees on the eligible list may be eligible for referral to the department for the advertised position. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time or part-time positions as they occur during the active status of the list.
Senior Code Enforcement Inspectors focus on ensuring violations are appropriately resolved in and in compliance with County Code. This role oversees the work, leads, mentors, and provides direction to Code Enforcement Inspector I & II's. You will also, assist Code Inspectors with difficult cases, and monitor their assigned caseload, placing an emphasis on timelines and enforcement efforts. This position assists with preparing hearing staff reports, for appeal cases.
Permit Sonoma Is Looking For a Person With a Construction Background And Experience Training As a General Contractor, Or Someone With a Background In Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC, General Construction; Law Enforcement Or General Investigative Experience. Also Desirable Is a Background, Training, Or Experience With The Legal Cannabis Market At Any Level From Cultivation, Production, Or Distribution. Additionally, You Possess
- Multiple years of inspection and code enforcement experience related to building, zoning, land use, or environmental health
- The ability to identify hazardous conditions
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Advanced skills in writing warrants and investigative reports
- Experience with court, direct examination, and cross-examination procedures
- The ability to effectively interact with all populations, such as individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, educational, generational, and/or socio-economic backgrounds
- Patience and empathy, particularly when providing guidance to others or interacting with non-cooperative or hostile individuals
- Basic bilingual skills (Spanish/English) are desired, but not required
The typical workday is five eight-hour shifts or four ten-hour shifts as required. In limited rare instances, earlier start times, evenings or weekends may be requested for serious life safety complaints. The position primarily works outdoors performing fieldwork, responding to complaints, in various weather conditions, and with limited office or at-home computer work.
Please note: possession of a PC 832 Powers of Arrest (POST Certified) and a Code Enforcement Certification from an approved and accredited organization is required within one year of hire.
We are interested in finding the best candidate for this position and will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and training to meet the minimum qualifications, as described below. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and transferable skill set and how they set you up to be the best candidate for this position.
APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience: Any combination of work experience which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, three years of experience performing duties involving code enforcement, including at least one year equivalent to a Code Enforcement Inspector II with the County of Sonoma or four years in building, zoning, land use, or environmental health inspection in a governmental agency would provide such an opportunity.
Education: Any combination of education and/or training which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, course work in code enforcement, zoning and land use regulations, investigative techniques and methods, construction and/or building inspection, public health, planning, environmental studies, or related courses would provide such opportunity.
Certifications: Possession of PC 832 Powers of Arrest (POST Certified) is required within one year of appointment.
In accordance with California Health and Safety Code, Section 18949.25-18949.31, possession of a Code Enforcement Certification from an approved and accredited organization upon appointment, or obtained within one year of appointment.
Possession of a certification in a closely related field other than Code Enforcement is desirable.
License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Thorough knowledge of: procedures, methods, and techniques used in investigations and enforcement utilizing appropriate legal requirements and constraints; County codes, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to zoning and land use, building, health, housing and other related subjects; knowledge of the County permit process; purpose, principles and practices of code enforcement; business English, spelling, grammar and report writing; specific and general provisions of the Uniform Building, Housing, Plumbing, Electrical and Mechanical, CEQA, and related State and County codes County government and other government agencies for the purposes of coordinating cases involving multiple agencies; and effective techniques to work with difficult people in conflict and conflict resolution.
Working knowledge of: principles of CEQA relative to public and private projects; principles of investigation; administrative abatement procedures; project review hearing procedures; criminal and civil court proceedings; the use of electronic information equipment and specific systems as used within the department.
Ability to: investigate complex code violations; explain complex codes, policies and procedures to developers, contractors, builders, property owners, and the public; and the ability to read, learn and interpret new and/or revised codes; conduct inspections and investigations; obtain information through interview and observation; write complex reports and follow oral and written instructions; keep clear and accurate field notes; communicate effectively both oral and in writing, sometimes in adversarial situations; research and analyze records, property history, files, maps and documents; gather information in an organized manner and weigh facts against applicable laws, rules and regulations and draw proper conclusions concerning questions and facts; complete thorough, accurate investigations of violations and follow-up to achieve compliance; enforce codes firmly, impartially, and with tact; prepare and maintain concise, professional comprehensive reports, correspondence and records; write and speak clearly for the purpose of giving clear, accurate and concise direction and information to the public, staff and other agencies; operate office equipment and County vehicles; learn codes and seek knowledgeable sources; work in a variety of environments including indoors, outdoors, working alone, working around moving objects or vehicles and motorized equipment; establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with the public, staff and other agencies; resolve conflict within established codes, regulations and ordinances; conduct visual inspections of structures and properties and detect deviations from approved plans or permits and detect violations of State and County codes and regulations; utilize electronic information systems and analyze and interpret such information.
Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying
- Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process.
- You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions.
- You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately.
- Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification.
Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process.
APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED.
Responses to supplemental questions will be scored using position-specific criteria. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for a thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses that state, "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient and therefore may not be scored.
The Selection Procedure Will Consist Of The Following Examination
An
Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's application and supplemental questionnaire for satisfaction of minimum qualifications (pass/not pass); and for educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position. Each applicant will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- Relevance of work history, related experience, and achieved level of education and/or training as described in the application and responses to the supplemental questions.
Candidates demonstrating possession of the minimum qualifications will be placed on an employment list in order of most qualified to least qualified based on the achieved score received in the Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination which evaluates the education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other qualifications that you demonstrate in your application and/or response to the supplemental questionnaire. Please be aware that resumes and cover letters are not typically evaluated in the Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination. Scores may be adjusted based on such factors as the number of candidates, anticipated vacancies, past practice, and natural breaks in the scores achieved by this group of candidates.
Additional Information
A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants.
Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position.
How To Apply
Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted.
The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.
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