Cannabis Senior Code Enforcement Officer Jobs

THE POSITION

The City of Sacramento requires all newly appointed employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Candidates seeking an accommodation from this requirement will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT
The Community Development Department is seeking a Senior Code Enforcement Officers to join the Business Compliance section.
The ideal candidates will possess the following experience and skills:

• Be familiar with the fundamentals of code enforcement and the administrative process to address public nuisances
• Deliver quality customer service while maintaining strong command presence
• Operate as a liaison across multiple departments to facilitate a cohesive approach to enforcement
• Exhibit high levels of professionalism, competency, and cohesiveness with management and peers
• Be comfortable working in areas where cannabis is grown, cultivated and distributed

To supervise and participate in the office and field work involving either the inspection and enforcement of nuisance, zoning, weed, junk and debris, and other related codes, ordinances, and abatement regulations and/or involving the inspection and enforcement of environmental health codes and ordinances related to pest infestation, noise, and smoke.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Direction is provided by a higher-level management personnel. Responsibilities require the direct and indirect supervision of field and office personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Review the work of subordinate personnel involved in the inspection and enforcement of City codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Direct, supervise, and participate in the implementation of the comprehensive nuisance abatement and/or environmental health programs.
• Plan, schedule, and assign work to subordinate personnel.
• Perform the more difficult field and follow-up investigations.
• Issue infraction/misdemeanor citations for violations of City and State codes relating to nuisance, zoning, pest infestation, noise, smoke, junk and debris, abandoned/inoperative vehicles, oversized trucks in residential districts, and parking (outside central City).
• Supervise and participate in the investigation of possible violations; photograph evidence, contact responsible persons, and compose letters; perform follow-up investigations to see that remedial action has been taken.
• Prepare memos and reports on nuisance, environmental, vehicle, and litter abatement cases.
• Prepare codes violation cases for public hearings or court proceedings; attend hearings as necessary for case prosecution.
• Confer and coordinate with other agencies and City departments on the investigation and disposition of code violations and the abatement thereof.
• Compile information on a variety of nuisance abatement matters.
• Respond to public inquires regarding nuisance abatement; attend public meetings for dissemination of information.
• Train subordinate personnel.
• Efficiently and effectively utilize computer hardware/software in daily activities.
• Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual holding this classification.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Investigative principles and practices.
• Rules of evidence, courtroom demeanor and testimony, and laws of search, arrest, and seizure procedures.
• Municipal court operations and procedures.
• Principles and practices of supervision and training.
• California vehicles and penal codes.
• City codes, ordinances, and regulations.

Ability to:

• Analyze and compile technical information on nuisance investigations and violations.
• Apply rules of evidence, orally and in writing.
• Deal effectively with City employees and the general public.
• Supervise and train subordinate personnel.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Five years of experience EITHER in the enforcement of zoning, nuisance, and related codes, ordinances, and regulations; OR, in the enforcement of environmental health codes, ordinances, and regulations related to pest infestation, smoke, and noise.
Education:
Assignments involving environmental health require State certification as a Public Health Vector Control Certified Technician (Limited).
PROOF OF EDUCATION
Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and
will be required at the time of appointment. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable.
An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service.
Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Driver License
A valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of appointment. Loss of the Class C License is cause for discipline. Individual cases that do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be considered for accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

THE SELECTION PROCEDURE

Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.
1. Application: (Pass/Fail) – All applicants must complete and submit
online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline;

• Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted.
  

• Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified:
  

• If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section.
  Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week
  ).
  
• If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section.
  

• Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education
  will be required at time of appointment.
  

• Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.
  
• If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application, delivered in person, or sent to the Employment Office by email/fax or mailed by the final filing deadline. Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C.
  
• Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply.
  

2. Training and Experience Exam: (Weighted 100%) – The questions located at the end of the application are the Training and Experience (T&E) Exam. Responses to the T&E questions will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. The exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the T&E questions, please note:

• Responses to the T&E questions must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted.
  

• A resume will not substitute for the information required in the T&E questions.
  

3.
Eligibility: Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. Candidate’s eligibility expires one year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Senior Code Enforcement Officer examination.

4.
Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail)– All candidates that pass the examination and are in one of the top three ranks will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department.

5.
Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass LiveScan/fingerprinting; and provide proof of receiving a complete COVID-19 vaccination. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment.

QUESTIONS:
For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process:

• Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process.
  
• For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at
  (855) 524-5627.
  
• Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at http://www.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Career-Opportunities;
  

• Send an email to [email protected]; or
  
• Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726
  

Bilingual Pay
Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary.
Pension Reform Act
The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

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The Position

The City of Santa Rosa is seeking a highly-qualified Senior Code Enforcement Officer. Come support the health and safety of your community.
The City of Santa Rosa is committed to building a workforce reflective of our community and establishing a lasting culture of equity and belonging within our organization. Our collective talents and expertise contribute to high-quality public services that support a vibrant, resilient, inclusive City for our community and visitors. We celebrate a diverse workforce and welcome all qualified candidates to apply.
About the Position
This key position supports the health and safety of the community by investigating complex complaints related to cannabis cultivation, building construction, substandard and dangerous buildings, zoning, noise, sewer and storm water runoff, and other general land use related requirements. A Senior Code Enforcement Officer works under direction from a higher-level management position and supervises a dynamic and hard-working team of Code Enforcement Officers, Technicians, and Support Staff, and provides lead correspondence and coordination with police, fire, and other first responders to assess structural damages or assist with emergencies.
The Ideal Candidate
The Ideal Candidate is a dedicated public servant with substantial knowledge of and experience with City codes. He or she will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve complex code violation cases, effective and respectful interpersonal communication, strong writing skills and experience supervising the work of others.
Code Enforcement and Inspection certifications are desirable.
The Benefits of City Employment
In addition to a challenging, rewarding work environment and excellent salary, the City offers:

• 
  a starting salary up to $116,752/Annually and a competitive total compensation package
• 11 paid holidays annually, plus 2 to 3 "floating" holidays per year depending on years of service
• a competitive leave accrual package
• a generous suite of benefits, including retirement through CalPERS, your choice of two health plans, a flexible spending program, and top of the line employer paid vision and dental coverage
• $500 annually for wellness

More information regarding benefits associated with this position can be found on our Miscellaneous Employee Benefits Page.
Selection Process
The selection process will include a minimum qualifications assessment, and may also include an application and supplemental questionnaire review, followed by department selection interviews. The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies that occur while the list is active.
Please Complete a Thoughtful, Thorough Supplemental Questionnaire Submission
As part of the selection process, your responses to these questions will be scored using criteria specific to this position. Incomplete responses, or responses such as "See Resume", may not be considered.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties:

• 
  Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff;
• assign and distribute workload;
• coordinate and assign requests for investigation, supervise staff workload to ensure compliance with all pertinent codes, ordinances, rules and regulations;
• provide technical information regarding codes and compliance methods and review and resolve difficult and complex enforcement problems, issues and conflicts independently and/or with other City staff, property owners, business owners, tenants, contractors, and complex code enforcement assignments;
• investigate and respond to a variety of inquiries, complaints and requests for service;
• evaluate established policies, processes and procedures and recommend and implement related service improvements; prepare and submit a variety of reports, memos and correspondence on code compliance, plan review, permit issuance and inspection-related matters associated with resolving code enforcement cases;
• compile and maintain statistics on code enforcement activities;
• review resolved code violations to ensure that proper procedures have been carried out and ensure all code compliance activities are completed in a timely and professional manner. Additionally, this position supervises the issuance of administrative citations, notices of administrative hearing, recordation of assessment liens on properties, and the collection of funds from both processes.

Additional Duties:
In addition to the duties listed above, a Senior Code Enforcement Officer may perform the following duties.

• May develop systems, procedures, handouts, and other aids necessary to maintain and improve customer service related to code compliance;
• make presentations and represent the Division and Department at various City Boards, Commissions and professional groups;
• attend administrative hearings, issue administrative citations and record of notices of noncompliance;
• perform related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Knowledge of: California Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical Codes in addition to the International Property Maintenance Code and substandard housing conditions, City of Santa Rosa Ordinances, Codes and regulations; accepted legal rights of entry and safety standards; principles and techniques of methods to obtain code violation resolution; principles of effective supervision, including training, discipline, and performance management.
Ability to: Supervise, train and evaluate staff; respond to and work effectively with City staff, property owners and managers, business owners, tenants, builders, engineers, architects and the general public; communicate effectively orally and in writing; coordinate, observe and review the work of others; assist subordinates with complex tasks or difficult situations; analyze problems and recommend effective solutions; analyze, interpret and accurately check building and site plans and specifications; produce written documents using correct grammar; tactfully and effectively resolve conflicts and difficult situations while providing quality customer service; function effectively as a team leader.
Experience and Education: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience – Sufficient years of increasingly responsible experiences in code enforcement, administrative hearing procedures, issuance of administrative citations and recording of notice of noncompliance, with experience in coordinating and assigning work, to demonstrate possession of the knowledge and abilities listed above; Education – Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by specialized training in code enforcement, supervision and public relations.
License or Certificate: This classification requires the use of a personal or City vehicle while conducting City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely and must possess and maintain an appropriate valid California motor vehicle operator's license. Individuals must obtain within one year of hire, and maintain throughout employment, a Code Enforcement/Compliance Officer certification from an accredited professional organization and one of the following inspection certifications from an accredited professional organization: Building or Combination of Building Inspector certification applicable to job assignment and approved by the Chief Building Official. Possession of PC832 Certification (training course for peace officers) through an accredited P.O.S.T. academy within one year of appointment.

Additional Information

The nature of the work requires the individual to work with potentially uncooperative and hostile individuals. This position requires the ability to climb ladders or scaffolding up to 60 feet in order to access and walk on roof tops; and the ability to access and enter cramped quarters such as crawl spaces located under homes or spaces such as attic areas. Working within crawl spaces or other areas may bring the code compliance officer into contact with reptiles, insects, and/or mammals such as cats, dogs, rodents and/or bats. While conducting an inspection it may require the incumbent to walk over rough uneven, rocky, wet or slippery surfaces, and to jump over trenches and other obstacles. Inspections occur year round involving all weather types typical of the region. The position may also require entering unsanitary and potentially hazardous waste areas.
Additional Information
Applications will be carefully reviewed for completion and qualifications. It is anticipated that interviews will take place late June/early July. For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Anette Niewald at [email protected].
The City of Santa Rosa is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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To assign, review, and perform field and office work in the enforcement of ordinances, codes, and related regulations pertaining to building codes, zoning laws, noise, signs, abandoned vehicle abatement, health, safety and other public nuisances; to interpret, explain and enforce pertinent codes and ordinances; to provide for training and supervision of assigned staff; and to perform related duties assigned. The senior level recognizes positions that perform first-line supervisory responsibilities including planning, assigning and evaluating the work of subordinates, and it is distinguished from the Code Enforcement Officer II level in that the latter does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Functions:
Functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: assign, supervise, and review the work of staff involved in code enforcement duties; distribute and balance the workload among employees; monitor the status and progress of work, and make day-to-day adjustments in accordance with established priorities; oversee proactive Code Enforcement programs including but not limited to: Housing Inspection, Mobile Home Park Inspection and Cannabis Business Inspection; develop and recommend policies, goals, and procedures pertaining to code enforcement efforts; respond to and investigate complex complaints and pro-actively survey the city regarding code violations; conduct complex field investigations and observe conditions to verify facts indicating violations; emphasize voluntary compliance; serve as liaison between departments and attorney's office regarding code enforcement cases requiring legal action; prepare and present cases before hearing examiners; provide technical support for the City's Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP); advise subordinate staff on code interpretation problems encountered in the field; review plans for compliance with various codes; prepare performance evaluations; work with the mobile home community to promote voluntary property maintenance improvements; consult with Code Enforcement Manager regarding difficult and problematic inspections and keep him/her informed as to the course of action; participate with other departments to establish code enforcement awareness as well as overall balance in City programs; coordinate enforcement activities with other departments or agencies; prepare correspondence and other reports using a computer; conduct training for assigned staff on a regular or as-needed basis; assist and work with neighborhood advisory groups; build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer services; and perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be five years of increasingly responsible journey level experience in municipal government code enforcement and training equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by college course work in building inspection technology, administration of justice, public or business administration and/or compliance/enforcement or a related field. A bachelor's degree in a related field is desirable. Required License or Certificate: A valid California driver's license; PC832 Certificate of Completion must be obtained within twelve months of employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of: principles and practices of field inspection, enforcement and documentation; applicable Federal, State, and local codes, ordinances, regulations, and policies governing building, land use, zoning matters, abandoned vehicle abatement, and public nuisances; principles and practices of supervision, training and performance evaluation; effective work management and organization methods; law enforcement procedures and administrative techniques, evidence collection and case preparation, and municipal court procedures; principles and practices of research, analysis, data compilation and effective report writing; customer service and conflict resolution techniques; computer equipment and software applications related to assignment; English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Ability to: read, interpret, explain, and enforce the full range of codes, ordinances, and regulations related to assignment; plan, organize, and supervise the work of subordinates; train, motivate, and evaluate assigned staff; deal effectively and tactfully with the public and obtain compliance with City codes; provide testimony and evidence in court proceedings; keep detailed, accurate notes and records for potential litigation; deal calmly with rude or angry people; foster a teamwork environment; collect, compile and analyze data; conduct research and assess needs; prepare clear and concise reports; make presentations in meetings with government agencies, the public, staff and public officials; drive City vehicles observing legal and defensive driving practices; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; keep work related records using a desktop and/or handheld computer; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; and work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
On a continuous basis, sit at a desk, walk, or stand up for long periods of time. Intermittently twist and reach office equipment; write or use keyboard to communicate through written means; may lift or carry weight of up to 20 pounds. Drive a motorized vehicle, walk on uneven surfaces, kneel, stoop, bend, and climb up or down slopes while conducting field inspections and exposure to varied weather conditions. See in the normal vision range with or without correction to observe code violations, read typical business documents and computer screens; hear in the normal range with or without correction. Work is performed both outdoors and indoors; the performance of fieldwork tasks requires exposure to a variety of traffic and weather conditions with possible exposure to hazardous materials; indoor work is performed in a carpeted and air-conditioned office environment with fluorescent lighting and moderate noise level. Work is frequently disrupted by the need to respond to in-person and telephone inquiries.
Additional Information:
Recruitment No. 20476301
To be considered, applicants must submit a City Application by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date listed. Candidates whose applications indicate education and experience most directly related to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. All notices will be sent via e-mail. If e-mail address is unavailable, notifications will be sent via standard U.S. mail.
The written examination is tentatively scheduled for February 20, 2020.

Unless otherwise noted, a passing score must be achieved at each step of the selection process in order to have your name placed on the eligibility list for hiring consideration. The examination materials for this recruitment are validated, copyrighted and/or inappropriate for review. The eligibility lists established as a result of this recruitment will be for a duration of six (6) months, unless otherwise extended.

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