The Planning and Building Department is seeking qualified candidates for Code Compliance Officer I/II/III.

Under general supervision, the Code Compliance Officer will perform duties to assure compliance with various land use related codes and ordinances; identify, investigate and cite building code violations; investigate and enforce applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances related to various land use matters, such as zoning violations, weed abatement, public nuisances, property maintenance, and abandoned vehicle abatement; process citizen complaints, perform skilled investigative research, conduct site inspections, issue notices of violation and citations; maintain records of inspections, write letters and reports, draft inspection warrants, appear in administrative hearings, and coordinate with County staff regarding possible health, building code, or fire violations. Position requires extensive public contact, particularly when investigating complaints and recommending corrective actions.

Appointments to these positions may be made at the level corresponding to the experience and qualifications of the successful candidates.

IDEAL CANDIDATE
In addition to the knowledge, skills and abilities listed below, the ideal candidate will have:

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  At least two to three years of experience interpreting, analyzing and applying local zoning codes and ordinances.
• Effective interpersonal skills, with experience explaining policies and procedures to members of the public, dealing with uncooperative or angry customers, and working effectively as part of a team.
• Experience documenting activities using a permit tracking system.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and project management skills.

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

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  Investigate alleged code violations in response to public complaints.
• Identify and investigate violations observed while in the field.
• Process cases in accordance with procedures and standards of the Planning and Building Department and in accordance with state and local laws.
• Issue notices of violation and citations.
• Initiate coordination with other County departments and governmental agencies in processing cases.
• Maintain complete and accurate records.
• Prepare various summary reports.
• Interview property owners, neighbors and others to obtain necessary information.
• Negotiate action plans with property owners to abate nuisances.
• Refer to appropriate County officials suspected violations of health, building, fire, or zoning codes and ordinances.
• Present cases to hearing officer in charge of appeals.
• Initiate summary abatement process for cases where voluntary compliance is not obtained.
• Coordinate the summary abatement process including selecting contractors and monitoring their performance.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Life/Safety Checks of structures used for Farm Worker Housing.

Licensure/Certification:

• Possession of a class C California driver license or equivalent.
• Possession of POST 832 P.C. Arrest Course certificate either at the time of employment or no later than six months after the date of employment.

• Principles and practices of code enforcement and officer safety, such as those obtained through seminars, workshops, or certification courses from CACEO, SCACEO, or equivalent organization or association.
• Local and state laws, ordinances and codes regulating public nuisances, building, zoning, health and fire safety.
• The organization of local government and concepts of public administration.
• Research and statistical methods and sources of data.
• Modern office equipment, including computer and applicable software.

• Learn laws, codes and regulations and interpret their application.
• Negotiate and obtain agreements.
• Work independently and as a member of a team.
• Coordinate an enforcement program or public service function.
• Recognize the key importance of interacting with suspected violators, including property owners, and their unique situation in problem resolution and information giving situations.
• Work cooperatively and effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Work well individually and as a member of a professional and technical team.
• Produce comprehensive, clear and concise reports, memos, letters, and staff reports which are accurately researched, focused on essential information, reflect an appropriate level of analysis, and demonstrate objectivity.
• Explain policy and procedures to the public and staff.
• Type and perform general data entry functions.

Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help, or temporary position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: Pass/Fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Final Filing Date: Monday, May 22, 2023, at 11:59 PM PST
Application Screening: Week of May 30, 2023
Civil Service Panel Interview: June 14 and/or 15, 2023