Salary : $70,096.00 - $89,481.60 Annually
Location : Signal Hill, CA
Job Type: Full-Time (Non-Exempt)
Job Number: 2024-0054
Department: Community Development
Opening Date: 03/05/2025

Position Description
The City of Signal Hill is seeking an enthusiastic, energetic, and customer service-oriented individual looking to join the Community Development Team!
OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS: MARCH 26, 2025

APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED ON A CONTINUOUS BASIS. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE SUFFICIENT QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. INTERESTED CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY IMMEDIATELY.
Under general direction, enforces the provisions of and provides information regarding the Signal Hill Municipal Code, with a focus on the Zoning Code, Nuisances, and the California Building Codes, and performs related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

The Code Enforcement Officer is a, journey level, non-sworn class. May work a varying schedule of hours which may include early mornings, days, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Example of Duties
Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include, but are not limited to the following characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Investigates reported and observed code violations.
• Meets with property owners to obtain compliance with codes.
• Issues citations as needed in a customer friendly manner.
• Follows up on nonconformities.
• Provides information to the public regarding zoning, land use laws, and property maintenance.
• Canvasses residential, commercial, and industrial areas daily for visible code violations related to property maintenance and investigates as necessary.
• May assist other Departments in enforcing the Municipal Code related to housing, zoning, safety, permitting, and business license.
• Prepares oral and written reports detailing the nature of a violation or complaint and recommends necessary changes required for compliance.
• Maintains records of complaints and inspections.
• Assists in preparing amendments to related ordinances.
• Prepares information for the City Attorney's Office and gives testimony in court as required.
• Coordinates enforcement activities with other government agencies and City departments.

Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Training and Experience

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:
Experience: Two (2) years of experience in code enforcement.

Education/Training: High school diploma or equivalent.

Licenses and Certificates: Valid Class C California driver license, acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance are required. Must have or obtain within six months of employment a P.O.S.T. 832 PC Certificate.

Desirable Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in planning or related field, accreditation from a professional code enforcement organization such as SCACEO or AACEA is desirable. Bilingual candidates in Spanish and English are highly desirable.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge and Abilities Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

Knowledge of:

• Local, state and federal agencies that can assist in resolving Municipal Code violations.
• Municipal Codes, housing, zoning, and building codes.
• Effective public relations and customer service practices.
• Investigation techniques and procedures.
• 832 P.C. regarding arrest, search, and seizure techniques.,
• Use of computer as a research tool.

Ability to:

• Receive direction from superiors as well as collaborating and develop code enforcement strategies.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with co-workers and members of the public, or related agencies contacted in the course of work.
• Enforce property maintenance regulations firmly, tactfully, and impartially.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action.
• Interpret and apply pertinent codes, laws, and policies.
• Operate a personal computer with knowledge of Iworqs, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint, and an aptitude to learn and become proficient with other software applications that pertain to this position.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Maintain complete records and prepare comprehensive reports.
• Independently plan and carry out duties.

Physical Requirements:
When work is performed on site, the incumbent may be exposed to the elements, stand and walk on slippery/uneven surfaces, kneel, crouch, twist, climb ladders and inclines, reach and bend. The incumbent may grasp, lift and carry boxes of records and other items weighing up to 25 pounds. When inspecting/investigating, the incumbents drive a City vehicle and may occasionally be exposed to grease/oil, fumes, solvents or chemicals, dust, electrical and mechanical hazards and vehicular traffic. The incumbent must be able to meet the physical requirements of the class and have mobility, vision, hearing, and dexterity levels appropriate to the duties to be performed. When work is performed in the office, the incumbent may sit for prolonged periods of time and use a computer keyboard and screen.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS- AVAILABLE TO FULL-TIME CITY EMPLOYEES

• 96 hours of vacation leave annually
• 96 hours of sick leave annually with buy-back program
• 10 paid holidays per year (80 hours)
• 36 hours personal holiday leave per year
• 2% @ 60 retirement formula - Employees contribute 7% of the required employee contribution. Average of final three years retirement calculation. This retirement formula is available to those candidates who currently work for a PERS agency or a PERS reciprocal agency or have worked for a PERS agency or a PERS reciprocal agency within the last six (6) months.
• 2% @ 62 PERS retirement formula - Employees contribute 7.75% of the normal cost of the benefit . There will be no Employer Paid Member Contribution. Average of final three years retirement calculation. This formula is provided for all new PERS members and those who have been separated from a PERS agency or a PERS reciprocal agency for more than six (6) months.
• Medical insurance - The City participates in the CalPERS health benefit program and contributes up to $1,200 per month toward medical premiums. An additional $750 is available for individuals with health, dental and/or vision premiums not fully covered with the $1,200. 75% of any monies remaining (of the $1,200) after medical premiums are paid may be applied toward optional benefits including: vision, dental, or deferred compensation plan. No cash pay-out in lieu of benefits
• Dental - City contribution of $70 per month
• Vision insurance - Employee premium paid by City
• Based on years of City service, qualified retirees may be eligible for City contribution to retiree health premium. Employees contribute 1% of their salary towards their future retiree health benefit.
• $50,000 Life Insurance Policy
• Short & Long Term Disability Plans
• Social Security Participation
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Flexible Benefits Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

City of Signal Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, military or veteran status, ancestry, disability, and age (over 40), or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws.

AN EEO/ADA/VET Employer.
01

Candidates will be evaluated based on the information provided on both the application and the responses to the following Supplemental Questions. Failure to fully detail all experience or stating experience in response to the Supplemental Questions but not listing the experience in the application, copy/pasting information, or responses referring to your resume may eliminate you from consideration.I certify that all information provided on this application and the Supplemental Questions is true to the best of my knowledge.

• Yes
• No

02

What is your highest level of education achieved?

• Some High School
• High School diploma or equivalent GED
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree or advanced degree

03

Which of the following best describes your years of experience in municipal code enforcement?

• No experience
• Less than six months
• Six months to less than one year
• One year to less than two years
• Two years or more

04

Are you a Certified Code Enforcement Officer (CCEO)? If "Yes" when did you complete the training?
05

Are you bilingual? (English and Spanish)

• Yes
• No

06

Do you possess a P.O.S.T. 832 PC Certificate?

• Yes
• No

07

Please describe, in detail, your experience interacting with members of the public. What types of issues did you handle and what was your level of responsibility?
08

Please describe, in detail, your experience, if any, dealing with code enforcement. What type of cases have you handled? Have you performed inspections?If you do not have experience in this area, please indicate N/A.
09

Do you have a valid California driver's license?

• Yes
• No

10

Have you had your driver's license revoked or suspended within the last 3 years?

• Yes
• No

11

Have you ever been terminated or asked to resign in lieu of discipline or termination?

• Yes
• No

12

If you answered "yes" to question 11, please explain below. If not applicable, indicate N/A.
Required Question