City of Montebello
CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (PROMOTIONAL)
City of Montebello, Montebello, California, United States, 90640
This is promotional-only recruitment. This opportunity is open exclusively to current employees of City of Montebello who meet the minimum requirements for the position.
APPLICATION FILING PERIOD
This recruitment will close on August 21, 2025. It's encouraged for interested applicants to apply promptly as this recruitment may close at any time without notice once enough qualified applications have been received for this position. The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time during the recruitment process. This job posting may be closed at any time without notice. REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS
Along with your completed online City application, the following materials are required: Please attach a current resume that describes your work history along with qualifications and scope of responsibilities.
JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision, to conduct field inspections of property, structures, and installations to enforce municipal code, zoning, property maintenance, and other related ordinances and codes; to receive and make field investigations of complaints concerning suspected nuisances and violations of municipal code ordinances; to seek compliance with municipal code ordinances and other laws regulating property maintenance and land use; and to perform related work as required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Receives information and investigates complaints concerning municipal code violations on commercial, industrial, and residential properties. Ensures compliance with zoning, nuisance, property maintenance, and other municipal ordinances. Conducts field patrol and inspections to identify violations of municipal ordinances. Does a variety of research to establish background for non-compliance. Explains municipal ordinances to the public by telephone, letter and at the counter. Advises the public on procedures for compliance with zoning, housing, land use regulations, and other municipal ordinances. Works cooperatively with other departments on common enforcement problems and investigations. Prepares case reports and special use permits. Studies and keeps abreast of applicable ordinances, correspondence, and directives. Performs a variety of abatement assignments. Processes and checks permit applications for completeness. Conducts business occupancy inspections for business licenses. Coordinates the follow-up activities to correct code violations and public nuisances. Send letters to property owners, have discussions with residents and business owners concerning nuisances and correction of violations, follow-up inspections, issuance of citations, and work with City Prosecutor on court cases and with Planning Commission on abatement of public nuisances. Appears in court to testify to violations. May be required to work a variable schedule to include some evenings and/or weekends. Knowledge of:
Modern principles, practices, and techniques of code enforcement. Municipal and county codes relating to planning, zoning, building construction, health, business licensing, safety, and general welfare. Law enforcement procedures and administrative techniques related to code enforcement and preparation of cases for prosecution in Municipal Court. Inspection methods and techniques. Research methods and procedures. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for acceptable performance is qualifying. A typical way to obtain education, knowledge and abilities would be: Graduation from high school or G.E.D. and supplemented by college courses in administration or justice, public administration or a closely related field. One (1) year of responsible experience in zoning, housing, or building inspection or related municipal code inspection work, field inspections, investigations, and related record-keeping is required. Special Requirement: A Code Compliance Officer must provide an operable passenger motor vehicle to perform field inspections and other related duties.
Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License is required at time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment.
PC832 certification must be completed prior to completion of probation. Proficiency in both housing and zoning or public right-of-way usage code enforcement must be demonstrated prior to completion of probation.
This position will also include parking enforcement responsibilities and may require periodic evening, late evening, or early morning inspections. The employee may be required to work on weekends and holidays as needed.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The City of Montebello is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.
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APPLICATION FILING PERIOD
This recruitment will close on August 21, 2025. It's encouraged for interested applicants to apply promptly as this recruitment may close at any time without notice once enough qualified applications have been received for this position. The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time during the recruitment process. This job posting may be closed at any time without notice. REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS
Along with your completed online City application, the following materials are required: Please attach a current resume that describes your work history along with qualifications and scope of responsibilities.
JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision, to conduct field inspections of property, structures, and installations to enforce municipal code, zoning, property maintenance, and other related ordinances and codes; to receive and make field investigations of complaints concerning suspected nuisances and violations of municipal code ordinances; to seek compliance with municipal code ordinances and other laws regulating property maintenance and land use; and to perform related work as required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Receives information and investigates complaints concerning municipal code violations on commercial, industrial, and residential properties. Ensures compliance with zoning, nuisance, property maintenance, and other municipal ordinances. Conducts field patrol and inspections to identify violations of municipal ordinances. Does a variety of research to establish background for non-compliance. Explains municipal ordinances to the public by telephone, letter and at the counter. Advises the public on procedures for compliance with zoning, housing, land use regulations, and other municipal ordinances. Works cooperatively with other departments on common enforcement problems and investigations. Prepares case reports and special use permits. Studies and keeps abreast of applicable ordinances, correspondence, and directives. Performs a variety of abatement assignments. Processes and checks permit applications for completeness. Conducts business occupancy inspections for business licenses. Coordinates the follow-up activities to correct code violations and public nuisances. Send letters to property owners, have discussions with residents and business owners concerning nuisances and correction of violations, follow-up inspections, issuance of citations, and work with City Prosecutor on court cases and with Planning Commission on abatement of public nuisances. Appears in court to testify to violations. May be required to work a variable schedule to include some evenings and/or weekends. Knowledge of:
Modern principles, practices, and techniques of code enforcement. Municipal and county codes relating to planning, zoning, building construction, health, business licensing, safety, and general welfare. Law enforcement procedures and administrative techniques related to code enforcement and preparation of cases for prosecution in Municipal Court. Inspection methods and techniques. Research methods and procedures. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for acceptable performance is qualifying. A typical way to obtain education, knowledge and abilities would be: Graduation from high school or G.E.D. and supplemented by college courses in administration or justice, public administration or a closely related field. One (1) year of responsible experience in zoning, housing, or building inspection or related municipal code inspection work, field inspections, investigations, and related record-keeping is required. Special Requirement: A Code Compliance Officer must provide an operable passenger motor vehicle to perform field inspections and other related duties.
Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License is required at time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment.
PC832 certification must be completed prior to completion of probation. Proficiency in both housing and zoning or public right-of-way usage code enforcement must be demonstrated prior to completion of probation.
This position will also include parking enforcement responsibilities and may require periodic evening, late evening, or early morning inspections. The employee may be required to work on weekends and holidays as needed.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The City of Montebello is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.
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