Job Descriptions

DEFINITION

Under the direct supervision of the Code Enforcement Supervisor performs code compliance activities as well as necessary clerical support duties. The employee enforces codes, laws, and regulations related to, zoning, subdivision, fire, nuisance and other related codes and regulations.

This classification is assigned to the Turlock City Employees Association bargaining unit for labor relations purposes and is subject to overtime, evening and weekend assignments.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direct supervision from the Code Enforcement Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Enforcement of graffiti abatement; receive requests, patrol the city, record the location and document by photograph, and facilitate vandalism clean up.

• Assist in the enforcement of week abatement, nuisance, and code enforcement.

• Assist in the investigation and enforcement of abandoned and inoperative vehicles abatement on public and private property to include assisting with the Abandoned Vehicle Abatement (AVA) Program.

• Conducts field inspections of new construction, remodeled, and various other structures to ensure compliance with fire, life safety and related codes, the City’s Municipal Code, ordinances including those pertaining to zoning, land use, nuisance housing, building codes, health and safety, blight, graffiti, water use, and other matters of public concern.

• Locates vacant residences and businesses; secures buildings with proper materials as necessary; post the property as necessary; check vacant buildings regularly for transient activity, graffiti, and other forms of vandalism.

• Assist with the abatement of unsecured/unsafe buildings and the unlawful dumping and trash on public and private property.

• Receive complaints and work with property owners, neighborhood organizations, and other concerned parties to resolve nuisance issues and avert legal action where possible.

• Prepare necessary paperwork utilizing word processing software, GIS, and other available technology or reference material to process form letters, forms and required notices needed to enforce codes and process violations according to the Turlock Municipal Code.

• Research property legal descriptions and owners of record to ensure notices are sent to proper persons.

• Assist with conducting abatement hearings of routine code violations under direction of the supervisor.

• Gather evidence for abatement proceedings.

• Compile information and data for a variety of reports.

• Assist and coordinate with other departments in compliance activities.

• Perform follow-up inspections, meetings, discussions, and negotiations to gain compliance with appropriate codes and ordinances.

• Patrol assigned area in a City vehicle to identify and evaluate problem areas and/or ordinance violations; determine proper method to resolve violations.

• Appears in court, or in hearings if necessary in the defense of code compliance.

• Maintains accurate physical and computer files, documentation, photographs and records. Prepares correspondence, reports, evidence in support of legal actions taken by the City.

• Issues administrative citations and notices when necessary.

• Operates computer to enter, process, and acquire data relative to complaints, inspection sites, and effective code enforcement and research complaints.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of

• General organization and structure of municipal government
• Modern office methods, computer procedures and equipment
• City codes and regulations related to department activities
• Word processing and spreadsheet applications, record keeping and filing practices
• Operation of computer and assigned programs.

Ability to

• Prepare clear, concise and complete written reports.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Interpret and apply applicable codes and regulations.
• Investigate complaints, evaluate alternatives and make appropriate recommendations and sound decisions for problem resolution.
• Use maps and learn City geography.
• Learn the operation of standard equipment required for job performance including the use of a computer, police radio, graffiti paint sprayer, and other equipment as assigned.
• Work effectively and efficiently under stressful situations and with minimum supervision.
• Deal courteously and communicate effectively both orally and in writing with property owners, contractors and others contacted in the course of work.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted during the course of work.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Experience

One (1) year of experience working with the general public.

Education

Equivalent to graduation from high school.

LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATE(S)

Possession of a valid California Driver’s license at time of appointment, to be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

Possession of 832 PC (Penal Code), Arrest and Seizure, within twelve (12) months of appointment.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of a basic code enforcement academy certification issued by the California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (C.A.C.E.O.) or American Association of Code Enforcement Officers (A.A. C.E.).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Maintain the physical ability and stamina to meet prevention duties including: Vision corrected sufficiently to drive City vehicles, read blueprints, fine print; hear well enough to identify mechanical noises, converse on the radio, telephone; bodily mobility to lift and maneuver supplies, to climb ladders; use of hands and fingers to use computer keyboard, copy machine, file, write and drive vehicles; must be able to lift equipment as necessary; tolerate fluctuations in temperature while performing essential functions.