CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (FULL-TIME)

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Code Enforcement Manager or his/her designee, patrols the City for violations of the Municipal Code; interprets and explains laws and regulations to the general public to gain conformation; issues notices and orders of compliance; recommends legal prosecution of persons who fail to respond; files complaints with the District Attorney; appears in court for the City and does related work.

FILING WILL BE SUSPENDED AFTER THE FIRST 50 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED, OR BY 10/28/2026 AT 11:59 P.M. (PT), WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

Note: This recruitment is subject to close without prior notice.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this class.

 

1. Assists the Code Enforcement Manager in enforcement of City zoning ordinances and City business license requirements. 
2. Canvasses for violations, investigates violations and complaints, and, when necessary, initiates legal action to gain compliance.
3. Works closely with all City departments in enforcement matters as well as county and state offices. 
4. Acts as a representative of the City in court, and as the liaison between the City and the City Prosecutor. 
5. Serves in a community relations capacity by providing members of the public with information regarding municipal code requirements and servicing complaints as they arise. 
6. Accurately maintains all records necessary to carry on the functions of the job. 
7. Performs other related duties as required.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: 

1. Federal, State, and City Municipal Code and ordinances.
2. Health and Safety Codes.
3. Principles, practices, methods, and techniques of code enforcement.
4. Principles and practices of safe driving

Ability to:

1. Enforce provisions of the City Municipal Code, and related local zoning, health, and safety regulations, and ordinances with efficiency and impartiality.
2. Learn geography of the city, including the location and layout of the street system.
3. Responds to inquiries, complaints, and requests for service in a fair, tactful and firm manner. 
4. Identify code sections which pertain to potential violations
5. Operate computer hardware and use code enforcement database and word processing applications software.
6. Operate a mobile radio and cellular telephone.
7. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. 
8. Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
9. Work independently in the absence of supervision.
10. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training, and Experience

 

Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential job duties of the position is qualifying. Incumbents will possess the most desirable combination of training, skills, and experience as demonstrated by past and current employment.

 

Education

 

Equivalent to High School graduation or G.E.D. equivalent is required, preferably supplemented by formal code enforcement training.  A Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, planning or related subject field or designation of Certified Code Enforcement Officer (CCEO) from the California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO) may substitute for the experience requirement.

 

Experience

Six (6) months of responsible experience in a public enforcement capacity.

Licenses/ Certificates/ Special Requirements

1. Possession of a Class C California Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record is required.
2. Possession of a PC 832 certificate is required within six (6) months of appointment to the position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

 

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this class, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand and walk, as well as bend, stoop, crouch and squat in the performance of daily activities. The sensory demands include the ability to talk, and hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate computer hardware and standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.  The employee occasionally lifts and carries records and documents typically weighing less than 25 pounds.

 

Sensory demands include the ability to see within normal range, talk, and hear, and use electronic touch keypads.  

 

Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to use clear and concise oral communication skills with both the public and co-workers; read and interpret data; potentially deal with situations involving interpersonal conflicts involving code enforcement. 

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee frequently works in office conditions where the noise level is usually moderate. The employee drives frequently and is exposed to variable temperatures, fumes, dust, and traffic congestion.

The City of West Covina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.