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The Department of Planning, Building and Code Enforcement (PBCE) is currently recruiting to fill multiple Code Enforcement Inspector (CEI) I/II positions in the Code Enforcement Division.
The Code Enforcement Division is looking for self-motivated individuals with experience working in an inspection, regulatory, or enforcement environment with strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Perform inspections and complaint investigations of moderate difficulty involving code violations on residential, commercial, industrial, vacant, or other private property to ascertain and gather facts related to applicable ordinances, codes, laws, rules, and regulations, and determine and institute proper enforcement action with conclusive results.
- Issue administrative citations and notices. Researches and prepares cases for review by quasi-judicial board. Utilizes administrative remedy process to conduct enforcement. May participate in civil proceedings.
- Manage caseload and related tasks; respond timely and in compliance with internal procedures, policies, and target inspection response times.
- Explain, interpret, and make presentations of ordinances, codes, laws, rules and regulations to customers, residents, community groups, agencies, businesses, and other entities. Participates in community meetings or events.
- Prepare notices, orders, reports and correspondence for review and approval by supervisor.
In addition, Code Enforcement Inspectors may be required to work a flexible schedule that may include working evenings or weekends. Applicants with bilingual skills are encouraged to apply.
For more info visit our Code Enforcement Website
This classification requires a disclosure of outside investments, real property interest, and income and business positions. Incumbents will be required to complete Form 700 Statement of Economic Interests.
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.
Salary
Code Enforcement Inspector I: $79,191.84 - $96,183.36 annually
Code Enforcement Inspector II: $91,728.00 - $111,493.20 annually
These amounts include an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience.
Competencies
The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:
Job Expertise – Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
Ability to perform routine inspection, investigation, and enforcement of applicable codes and ordinances of an environmental, blight, zoning, housing, solid waste, building construction, land use, and sign enforcement nature.
Ability to perform routine arithmetic calculations.
Knowledge of the San Jose Municipal Code, Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, California Building Standard Code, the Uniform Housing Code, the Uniform Building Code, the Uniform Plumbing Code, the Uniform Mechanical Code, and the National Electric Code
Knowledge of the principles, techniques and practices of public health sanitation as applied to inspection and investigation of buildings occupied as living quarters.
Coaching – Provides guidance, opportunities, and motivation to develop and strengthen knowledge, skills, and competencies to improve employee’s capabilities.
Communication Skills – Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.
Conflict Management – Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people, by presenting the facts, analysis, and conclusions or solutions that show command of content and perspectives and interests of the audience.
Customer Service – Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers’ needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor.
Problem Solving – Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem(s); collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.
Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills – Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
Multi-Tasking – can effectively handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s).
