What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Code Compliance Inspector position at City of Oxnard?
The City of Oxnard’s Community Development Department is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Code Compliance Inspector to lead, oversee, and participate in complex code enforcement activities for residential, commercial, and industrial properties across the city. Under the direction of the Code Enforcement Manager, this role involves investigating potential violations of public health, safety, and nuisance ordinances, as well as enforcing zoning ordinances, building codes, housing codes, property maintenance standards, abandoned vehicle regulations, and more.
As a Senior Code Compliance Inspector, you will play a key role in coordinating investigations, preparing enforcement documentation, and ensuring timely and effective compliance with local and state regulations. You will also lead, train, and mentor other compliance inspectors while overseeing their work to ensure quality and accuracy. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to policy development, provide public education on code compliance, and serve as a technical resource for both staff and the public.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and coordinate code enforcement investigations for violations related to zoning, building codes, health and safety, public nuisances, abandoned vehicles, and property maintenance.
Enforce municipal codes and ordinances through mitigation and citation issuance.
Provide guidance, technical support, and training to junior code enforcement staff.
Prepare and review reports, notices, and documents related to code enforcement actions.
Serve as a resource to property owners, residents, businesses, and other departments, providing information on City regulations and code compliance.
Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient completion of enforcement activities.
Educate the public and stakeholders about code compliance requirements and available resources.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Payroll Title: Bldg/Construction Inspector Sr. (Code)
CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY:
This class is the fourth level in an eight-level Inspections Series devoted to providing inspection of new construction, land and site development, existing buildings and property, infrastructure, capital improvement projects and electrical, plumbing, HVAC and related building systems as well as enforcement of property and licensing codes and regulations. Incumbents serve as lead code compliance or inspection staff, providing work direction, work review and training to other inspectors as well as performing the most difficult and complicated inspections and enforcement.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This classification is distinguished from the Building/Construction Inspector in that it provides lead level work direction, work review and training to other Code compliance Inspectors, and performs the most complex inspections and code enforcement activities.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED / SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Serves as lead worker assigning and monitoring the work of others. Receives general supervision on routine items which are performed according to established standards and procedures and receives specific work instruction regarding non-routine matters and deadlines.
WORK SCHEDULE: 4/10 schedule. Weekend work may be required. This position may be required to be available to work additional hours as needed to respond to workload needs. This position is governed by the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay.
This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.
- Investigates reported violations of municipal, state, and federal codes and makes determinations of required enforcement activities; establishes priorities; handles the most difficult and complex inspection and code enforcement situations.
- Provides oversight, training, and assistance to assigned staff; provides activity review, feedback, and technical direction related to area of assignment.
- Coordinates with other City departments and staff, outside agencies, and other program/project stakeholders; identifies issues and conflicts; recommends and implements problem resolutions.
- Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
- Performing the most complex and technical investigatory work related to proactive and reactive enforcements;
- Conducting site visits of public and privately owned properties to review compliance;
- Conducting abatements to remedy nuisance and life/safety violations;
- Participating in policy and procedure development and implementation.
EDUCATION:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Four (4) years of related code compliance inspection experience
- Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record
- Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing
Incumbents assigned to code compliance require:
- Valid California Penal Code (PC) 832 Arrest, Search and Seizure Certificate
Extensive knowledge of municipal code enforcement procedures, state and local regulations, and zoning/building codes.
Strong leadership, communication, customer service and organizational skills.
Experience in investigating code violations and coordinating with other departments.
Ability to interpret and apply laws, codes, and regulations.
Ability to lead, train, and mentor junior staff.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
- Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.
- Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.
- Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents.
Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.
The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments. There is currently one full-time vacancy within the Community Development Department
Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation.
UNION MEMBERSHIP: Positions in this classification are represented by the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE).
NOTE: For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.
Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.
This position requires a 12 month probationary period.
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.
LEGAL REQUIREMENT: On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781dhs.gov/e-verify
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Brenna Perteet at brenna.perteet@oxnard.org.
NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
Salary : $68,294 - $102,440
