Senior Code Enforcement Officer

Sacramento County; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacramento County is seeking a Senior Code Enforcement Officer to lead, plan, schedule, and supervise staff responsible for nuisance abatement, blight control, substandard housing, zoning, and other hazardous conditions. This is a continuous filing exam with multiple cutoff dates.

Under general supervision, you will ensure compliance with state and local codes, collect and catalog evidence, prepare reports, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to achieve code enforcement goals in the

Qualifications

• Two years of full-time, paid experience employed by the County of Sacramento in the class of Code Enforcement Officer.
• Or: combination of experience and education as specified (2a/2b) in the notice.
• Or: three years of relevant public-sector experience in zoning, vehicle abatement, building inspection, or related activities.
• Experience requirement notes: full-time paid experience unless volunteer is specified; pro-rating allowed for part-time work.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train technical staff in complex enforcement projects.
• Plan, coordinate, assign, and review work for accuracy and completeness.
• Compile and analyze information for compliance investigations and case records.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with community groups, agencies, and the public.

Skills

leadership

mentoring

training

conflict resolution

team dynamics

communication

public speaking

documentation

evidence collection

read/write English

Education

60 semester units with 18 in related field

criminal justice / planning / public administration

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

The Position

This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 9/4/2026, 9/18/2026, 10/9/2026 (Final). Under general supervision, the Senior Code Enforcement Officer leads, plans, schedules, and oversees the work of staff responsible for ensuring compliance with and enforcement of State and local codes pertaining to nuisance abatement, blight control, substandard housing, zoning, abandoned vehicles, overgrown vegetation, vector infestations, and other hazardous conditions; ensures completion of tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Examples Of Knowledge And Abilities

Knowledge of

• Principles and practices of leadership, mentoring, training and conflict resolution
• Team dynamics and team building
• Applicable State and local codes, ordinances, regulations, policies and procedures pertaining but not limited to nuisance abatement; blight control; substandard housing; zoning; abandoned vehicles; overgrown vegetation; and vector infestations
• All departmental code enforcement programs' interrelated codes, policies, procedures and goals
• Communication, negotiation, and behavioral techniques that foster collaboration and effectively achieve code compliance and related program results
• Public speaking and presentation techniques
• Legally-sound investigative and documentation techniques including collecting and cataloging evidence
• Office procedures, methods and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word-processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignment
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation

Ability to

• Lead and train technical staff in complex and sensitive work projects
• Plan, coordinate, assign, and review the work of staff for accuracy and completeness
• Compile, assess and analyze technical information, situations, and complex problems regarding compliance investigations (i.e., case records, development plans, construction drawings, legal descriptions and boundary maps of real property, topographic drawings and maps, field notes, etc.)
• Make recommendations or solutions based on data and information collected
• Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with co-workers; representatives of community organizations, State/local agencies, and associations; supervisors; internal management and staff; and the public
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Read, interpret and explain applicable codes, ordinances, laws, regulations, policies and legal requirements
• Understand customers' perspective, concerns, needs and requests
• Manage multiple cases effectively and meet deadlines when confronted with time constraints or heavy workloads
• Keep accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports
• Carry out written and verbal directions
• Use current technologies, tools, and equipment to achieve program goals
• Read, write and speak English at the level necessary for satisfactory job performance

Employment Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Either:

• Two years of full-time, paid experience employed by the County of Sacramento in the class of Code Enforcement Officer.

Or:

2a. One year of full-time, paid experience in the public sector performing difficult, sensitive, and technical zoning enforcement, vehicle abatement, building inspection, environmental health inspection, code enforcement or related activities;

And

2b. Successful completion of 60 semester (90 quarter) units from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 18 semester (27 quarter) units in criminal justice; law enforcement; public/business administration, construction; planning; or other closely related field.

Or:

• Three years of full-time, paid experience in the public sector performing difficult, sensitive, and technical zoning enforcement, vehicle abatement, building inspection, environmental health inspection, code enforcement or related activities.

Note: The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the job announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.

Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice.

General Qualifications

Driver's License: A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, is required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Certification: A valid Penal Code (PC) 832, Arrest, Search & Seizure Certification or equivalent is required within twelve (12) months of appointment to the class. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate certificate may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement.

Physical Abilities

• Stoop and crawl in small, low, and/or confined areas
• Climb up and down stairs
• Climb ladders and work at above-the-ground levels
• Lift up to 40 pounds of equipment
• See and discern the full spectrum of colors
• Have sufficient vision to read handwritten and printed materials
• Have sufficient hearing and speech to converse in person, on the telephone, and to make presentations to groups

Individuals who do not meet these requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Working Conditions

• Work in and around residential, industrial, and rural areas with exposure to aggressive and/or ill animals; and persons exhibiting signs of distress, hostility, anxiety, frustration or irritation
• Work in and around substandard living areas with exposure to animal or human waste, vermin, dirt, dust, fumes, odors, and other contaminants such as bodily fluids
• Be exposed to electrical current, solvents and/or chemicals, traffic hazards, insect bites or stings
• Work outside in all types of climatic conditions including inclement, very hot or cold weather
• Work in dangerous, high crime areas of the community
• Work off-shift (nights and weekends)

Probationary Period

The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months.

Contact

County of Sacramento

Department of Personnel Services

Employment Services Division

700 H Street, Room 4667

Sacramento, CA 95814

Phone [phone]; 7-1-1 California Relay Service

Email [e-mail]

Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667

www.SacCountyJobs.net

Supplemental Questionnaire

Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response.

Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.

Formula Rate Examination (Weighted 100%)

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination.

This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job.

All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.

Sacramento County is about enriching communities to thrive. We strive to create inclusive workplaces that reflect the communities we serve. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives, backgrounds, abilities, and diverse dimensions of our employees and residents. Through transparency, courage, innovation, and trust we are committed to advance equity and transformational change.

We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at [e-mail] or 916-874-7642, CA Relay 711. For more information, visit: Reasonable Accommodation Requests - Job Applicant Instructions