Code Enforcement Officer I

City of Madera

California

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Education reimbursement

Job summary

The City of Madera seeks an entry-level Code Enforcement Officer I to assist in inspecting residential and commercial properties for code violations and health and safety code enforcement. Under supervision, you will cite violations and support improvements in unsafe neighborhoods.

Ideal candidates have 3 years public-facing experience, a high school diploma, a valid CA driver’s license, and must complete the PC 832 course within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

Three years of full-time experience working with the public in the interpretation and application of laws, codes, rules and procedures.
A high school diploma or equivalent.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver’s license
Must complete PC 832 Laws of Arrest course within six (6) months of hire.

Responsibilities

Inspect residential dwellings and commercial buildings for code violations and cite/enforce provisions of the City Municipal Code and California Health and Safety Code.
Recommend improvements in neighborhoods with regard to unsafe and substandard buildings.
Learn procedures and practice handling increasingly complex work under supervision.

Skills

Public interaction

Laws interpretation

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

PC 832 Laws of Arrest course

Job description

Overview

Under general supervision assists in the inspection of residential dwellings and commercial buildings to identify violations and to cite and enforce provisions of the City Municipal Code and California Health and Safety Code; recommends improvements in neighborhoods with regard to unsafe and substandard buildings; performs other related duties as required.

Overview

Primary Responsibilities

The Code Enforcement Officer I is the entry level class in the Code Enforcement Officer series and, initially under closer supervision and within well established procedural guidelines, is responsible for performing the more routine supporting code enforcement functions. An incumbent may advance to the next higher classification of Code Enforcement Officer II upon meeting the employment standards for that class, recommendation of the Department Head, and approval from the City Manager. This classification differs from the next higher classification of Code Enforcement Officer II by the lower level of complexity of the work performed and a lesser independence of operation. Incumbents in this class are expected to learn procedures and practices and to perform increasingly more complex work over a period of time.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of three years of full time experience working with the public in the interpretation and application of laws, codes, rules and procedures
A high school diploma or equivalent.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver’s license
Must complete PC 832 Laws of Arrest course within six (6) months of hire.

Additional Information

Only those applicants who meet the qualification standards of this position by the application filing deadline will be allowed to participate in the examination process. Examination scores determine standing on Civil Service eligibility lists. The City Manager, upon recommendation of the department head, will make the final selection and appointment from the established eligibility list.

The examination process may consist of the following parts: Application Package Review: Qualifying Only; Oral Interview 100% Weight Value. Candidates must earn a score of 70% or higher to be considered for the eligibility list.

Applicants who require special examination accommodations due to a disability should contact the Human Resources Department five (5) business days prior to any scheduled examination at (559) 661-5404.

Applicants may be eligible for Veteran’s Preference Points (5 points) and should attach a DD214 to their employment application for consideration of this preference.

LONGEVITY

General Bargaining Unit employees are eligible for Longevity Pay, up to 7.5%, based on continuous full-time City service.

Years of Service

Longevity Pay

10
2.5%
15
5.0%
20
7.5%

RETENTION BONUS

Employees will receive a $1,500 lump sum Retention Bonus in January 2026 and January 2027.

HEALTH INSURANCE

The City contributes a monthly amount for the employee to use to purchase health, dental and vision coverage. For medical coverage, the City contracts with Anthem and Kaiser. Dental insurance is through Delta Dental and vision coverage is through Superior. The City’s contribution covers 100% of the health, dental, and vision premium for the employee and family on both the Anthem and Kaiser Core Plans.

PAID LEAVE

The City of Madera offers a generous paid leave program, including paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation. Holiday Closure without loss of pay between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

Deferred Compensation

The City offers a paid/vested contribution of 4.2% of base pay to one of two 457 plans offered to the employee. In addition, the employee may also contribute, though not required.

EDUCATION REIMBURSEMENT AND INCENTIVE PAYS

Up to $2400/year reimbursement for college coursework. Employees are eligible for the following incentive pays. Employees may receive up to 2 education or certificate incentives, as applicable to their position, up to a maximum incentive of 10%.

5% for a Bachelor's Degree
5% for certifications as listed in MOU for General Bargaining Unit

BOOT ALLOWANCE

$250-$500/year depending on position for individuals required to wear steel-toed boots

BILINGUAL INCENTIVE

Up to $200/month English/Spanish for qualifying individuals and positions after passing annual bilingual test.

RETIREMENT

The City participates in the CalPERS defined benefit retirement system. Retirement formulas and contributions are as follows. The terms “Classic Member” and “New Member” are as defined by CalPERS.

Classic Members employed with the City prior to 10/20/2012

2.5% at 55 formula, single highest year final compensatio
Employee Contribution paid by the employee pre-tax: 3.375%

Tier I Members employed with the City on or after 10/20/2012

2% at 60 formula, average three year final compensation
Employee Contribution paid by the employee pre-tax: 3.375%

New Members employed with the City on or after 1/1/2013

2% at 62 formula, average three year final compensation
Employee Contribution paid by the employee pre-tax: 7.75%

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The City of Madera offers an employee assistance program or employees and dependents that provides counseling and other services for dealing with life’s challenges at no cost to the employee.

LIFE INSURANCE

The City provides a $25,000 life and accidental death and dismemberment policy along with $5,000 dependent life. The employee may purchase additional supplemental life insurance for him/herself, spouse and/or dependents.

LONG TERM DISABILITY

This city paid benefit provides up to 2/3-income protection.

MEDICARE

The City contributes an amount equal to 1.45% of the employee’s salary; the employee also contributes 1.45%.