City of Redding
Neighborhood Preservation Officer ( Tobacco and Licensing Coordinator)
City of Redding, Redding, California, United States, 96001
Salary :
$69,972.00 - $89,292.00 Annually Location :
Redding, CA Job Type:
Full-Time (Status 3) Job Number:
324E 1131 082025 Department:
Development Services Division:
1131 Code Enforcement Opening Date:
08/27/2025 Closing Date:
9/17/2025 11:59 PM Pacific Bargaining Unit:
RIEO
Description We are looking for someone to
Conduct field investigations on complaints of municipal code and permit condition violations; advise property owners, the public, and city staff on violations and methods of abatement; seek abatement/remedies through voluntary compliance where possible. Conducts follow-up abatement procedures including the preparation of additional correspondence, site visits, and communication with property owners and attorneys; conducts follow-up investigations to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances; prepares non-compliance cases for legal action; presents testimony at hearings. Responds to public inquiries and complaints in a courteous manner; provides information to violators, the general public, business community, and other government agencies regarding codes, laws, and ordinances related to code enforcement duties; resolves complaints in an efficient and timely manner; refers complaints to other City departments for action as necessary. Performs a variety of public relations and outreach work related to assigned activities; creates, updates, and conducts various presentations. Develop and implement efficient systems and procedures for task tracking and complaint management. Prepares, monitors and files property liens and special assessments with the County Recorders/Assessors Office. Also prepares release of liens on previous abatement actions. Click Here for the Full Job Description
Qualifications we're looking for
Knowledge of:
Investigative techniques useful in inspecting residential, commercial, and industrial activities to ensure compliance with code and ordinance requirements General characteristics of zoning, health and safety codes, public nuisance and business license codes and regulations Research methods and related sources Interviewing techniques Ability to:
Read and interpret applicable laws, ordinances, codes and policies Work cooperatively with other departments, agencies and citizens Establish and maintain effective and good public relations Prepare and present clear, concise and comprehensive verbal and written reports Education, Experience & Special Requirements:
Typical experience would include at least one year experience in enforcement of administrative rules and regulations, including field investigations, responsibility to take legal enforcement action and substantial public contact requiring skill in communication and persuasion and municipal code enforcement. Possession of the appropriate valid California driver's license, or the ability to acquire one within ten days of employment. Certification as a building inspector or code enforcement officer is required within six months of employment. Click Here for the full list of Qualifications What to expect from the Application and Exam Process You will receive notifications pertaining to this recruitment at the e-mail address and text message number provided on your application. Email correspondence may go to your spam or junk mail folder. Examination Process:
An oral board examination will be administered. This recruitment will establish an eligibility list for Neighborhood Preservation Officer. Selection Process:
Final appointment is contingent upon:
Positive past employment references Review of a driver history record Passing a city paid fingerprint criminal conviction check (applicants 18 or older) Passing of a pre-employment medical exam and drug and alcohol screening test Veteran's Credit:
Applicants who attach a copy of the DD-214 to their application indicating "Honorable Discharge" from military service and receive a passing score on the examination process will have two (2) additional points added to their final examination score. The City of Redding adheres to Cal/OSHA COVID-19 requirements. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/FEDERAL AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER NOTE: This is a summary of benefits and is provided as a courtesy. For specific benefit information, refer to the labor agreements (MOUs) of each bargaining unit.
To view the Redding Independent Employees Organization - Supervisory/Confidential Employees' Unit MOU,
click here
.
To view the Redding Independent Employees Organization - Clerical, Technical and Professional Employees' Unit MOU,
click here
.
THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA-HELP EMPLOYEES OR PART-TIME EMPLOYEES.
Holidays: An average of thirteen and a half per year. Fire Association covered employees receive a payment in lieu of holidays. Holiday compensation for Redding Peace Officers Association and Redding Police Managers Association employees has been converted to base pay.
Vacation:
Two weeks per year up to the fourth year of service, three weeks up to nine years of service, three and a half weeks up to fourteen years of service, four weeks up to nineteen years of service, four and a half weeks up to twenty-four years of service, five weeks after twenty-four years of service. For accrual rates for Fire Department shift employees, refer to MOU. Part-time and temporary employees may be eligible for some vacation/paid time off benefits. Sick Leave:
Twelve working days of sick leave are accrued each year. Unused sick leave may be credited toward retirement. For accrual rates for Fire Department shift employees, refer to MOU. Health Insurance: Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life for employee and dependent, and long-term disability for employees.
Retirement:
Full-time employees are covered by CalPERS (formula is dependent on hire date and member status in CalPERS) and are not covered under the Social Security System .
Administrative Leave: Management positions are eligible to receive 40 hours of administrative leave per calendar year as authorized by the department director; additional leave up to 40 hours may be granted by the City Manager.
Deferred Compensation Plans: Available for interested employees.
Union Dues:
Some job classifications are represented by collective bargaining units, the employees of which may choose to join and pay union dues. Part-Time Retirement Benefit Program: Part-time, seasonal, and full-time temporary employees either participate in the Social Security System or the PARS Alternate Retirement System depending upon bargaining unit assignment.
SDI: All Redding Independent Employees Organization, IBEW - Maintenance and IBEW - Electric represented employees participate at their own expense. To view the current year's taxable wage limit, click IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
$69,972.00 - $89,292.00 Annually Location :
Redding, CA Job Type:
Full-Time (Status 3) Job Number:
324E 1131 082025 Department:
Development Services Division:
1131 Code Enforcement Opening Date:
08/27/2025 Closing Date:
9/17/2025 11:59 PM Pacific Bargaining Unit:
RIEO
Description We are looking for someone to
Conduct field investigations on complaints of municipal code and permit condition violations; advise property owners, the public, and city staff on violations and methods of abatement; seek abatement/remedies through voluntary compliance where possible. Conducts follow-up abatement procedures including the preparation of additional correspondence, site visits, and communication with property owners and attorneys; conducts follow-up investigations to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances; prepares non-compliance cases for legal action; presents testimony at hearings. Responds to public inquiries and complaints in a courteous manner; provides information to violators, the general public, business community, and other government agencies regarding codes, laws, and ordinances related to code enforcement duties; resolves complaints in an efficient and timely manner; refers complaints to other City departments for action as necessary. Performs a variety of public relations and outreach work related to assigned activities; creates, updates, and conducts various presentations. Develop and implement efficient systems and procedures for task tracking and complaint management. Prepares, monitors and files property liens and special assessments with the County Recorders/Assessors Office. Also prepares release of liens on previous abatement actions. Click Here for the Full Job Description
Qualifications we're looking for
Knowledge of:
Investigative techniques useful in inspecting residential, commercial, and industrial activities to ensure compliance with code and ordinance requirements General characteristics of zoning, health and safety codes, public nuisance and business license codes and regulations Research methods and related sources Interviewing techniques Ability to:
Read and interpret applicable laws, ordinances, codes and policies Work cooperatively with other departments, agencies and citizens Establish and maintain effective and good public relations Prepare and present clear, concise and comprehensive verbal and written reports Education, Experience & Special Requirements:
Typical experience would include at least one year experience in enforcement of administrative rules and regulations, including field investigations, responsibility to take legal enforcement action and substantial public contact requiring skill in communication and persuasion and municipal code enforcement. Possession of the appropriate valid California driver's license, or the ability to acquire one within ten days of employment. Certification as a building inspector or code enforcement officer is required within six months of employment. Click Here for the full list of Qualifications What to expect from the Application and Exam Process You will receive notifications pertaining to this recruitment at the e-mail address and text message number provided on your application. Email correspondence may go to your spam or junk mail folder. Examination Process:
An oral board examination will be administered. This recruitment will establish an eligibility list for Neighborhood Preservation Officer. Selection Process:
Final appointment is contingent upon:
Positive past employment references Review of a driver history record Passing a city paid fingerprint criminal conviction check (applicants 18 or older) Passing of a pre-employment medical exam and drug and alcohol screening test Veteran's Credit:
Applicants who attach a copy of the DD-214 to their application indicating "Honorable Discharge" from military service and receive a passing score on the examination process will have two (2) additional points added to their final examination score. The City of Redding adheres to Cal/OSHA COVID-19 requirements. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/FEDERAL AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER NOTE: This is a summary of benefits and is provided as a courtesy. For specific benefit information, refer to the labor agreements (MOUs) of each bargaining unit.
To view the Redding Independent Employees Organization - Supervisory/Confidential Employees' Unit MOU,
click here
.
To view the Redding Independent Employees Organization - Clerical, Technical and Professional Employees' Unit MOU,
click here
.
THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA-HELP EMPLOYEES OR PART-TIME EMPLOYEES.
Holidays: An average of thirteen and a half per year. Fire Association covered employees receive a payment in lieu of holidays. Holiday compensation for Redding Peace Officers Association and Redding Police Managers Association employees has been converted to base pay.
Vacation:
Two weeks per year up to the fourth year of service, three weeks up to nine years of service, three and a half weeks up to fourteen years of service, four weeks up to nineteen years of service, four and a half weeks up to twenty-four years of service, five weeks after twenty-four years of service. For accrual rates for Fire Department shift employees, refer to MOU. Part-time and temporary employees may be eligible for some vacation/paid time off benefits. Sick Leave:
Twelve working days of sick leave are accrued each year. Unused sick leave may be credited toward retirement. For accrual rates for Fire Department shift employees, refer to MOU. Health Insurance: Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life for employee and dependent, and long-term disability for employees.
Retirement:
Full-time employees are covered by CalPERS (formula is dependent on hire date and member status in CalPERS) and are not covered under the Social Security System .
Administrative Leave: Management positions are eligible to receive 40 hours of administrative leave per calendar year as authorized by the department director; additional leave up to 40 hours may be granted by the City Manager.
Deferred Compensation Plans: Available for interested employees.
Union Dues:
Some job classifications are represented by collective bargaining units, the employees of which may choose to join and pay union dues. Part-Time Retirement Benefit Program: Part-time, seasonal, and full-time temporary employees either participate in the Social Security System or the PARS Alternate Retirement System depending upon bargaining unit assignment.
SDI: All Redding Independent Employees Organization, IBEW - Maintenance and IBEW - Electric represented employees participate at their own expense. To view the current year's taxable wage limit, click IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.