What are the responsibilities and job description for the Code Compliance Technician II position at City of Moorpark?
Code Compliance Technician - Small Team - Big Opportunity
If you are seeking a career in government where you can make a difference in the community every day and be part of a positive work culture that supports professional development, the City of Moorpark is the place for you. We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and tactful Code Compliance Technician II to join our team. At the City of Moorpark, we “Strive to preserve and improve the quality of life in Moorpark" and are looking for others to further that vision. The City of Moorpark is a great place to make a big impact as part of a small team. We welcome your application if this opportunity aligns with your career goals and experience.
The City offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package comprised of 90% City paid health insurance for employee and dependents, 100% City paid dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance for employee and dependents; CalPERS retirement; 2% City contribution of employee gross salary to deferred compensation; annual leave bank; 11 ½ days paid holidays and a winter break; Flexible Spending Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); tuition reimbursement; voluntary, employee-paid, supplemental life insurance; and a 9/80 schedule. (See and review the benefits tab). Here at the City of Moorpark, we have a mentorship program, an Employee Engagement Team, and we celebrate and recognize employees every quarter.
About the City of Moorpark
The City of Moorpark was incorporated in 1983 as a general law city and operates under the Council-Manager form of government. We are conveniently located in the southeastern part of Ventura County near the cities of Thousand Oaks and Simi Valley, within an hour’s drive to Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and beaches. Moorpark is nestled in a flourishing valley with spacious mountain views, a perpetual vacation climate, beautiful residential neighborhoods, cultural arts, shopping, a variety of restaurants, top tier schools, and the exceptional Moorpark Community College. Moorpark also has 19 city parks with sport courts and fields, open grass, picnic areas, hiking, and viewpoints.
Below are some employee comments on why they like working for the City of Moorpark:
* “There is teamwork in my department. When I need help, there is someone always there to assist me”.
* “I like the All-Employee Meeting. The food is always good, and the City Manager gives updates on what is happening.We play games and recognize employees.”
* “I like working with professionals who are trying to do their best for the City.”
* “Flexibility in my schedule and easy-going employees.
The Position
The Code Compliance Technician II will investigate and enforce the City's municipal, zoning, and building codes; develop case files and issue citations; and provide building and safety inspections and code enforcement of City-owned property. This position is not overtime exempt. The City has the discretion to make occasional adjustments of the work week, work day, or hours for this position to serve the interest of the City's operation and mission.
The City offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package comprised of 90% City paid health insurance for employee and dependents, 100% City paid dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance for employee and dependents; CalPERS retirement; 2% City contribution of employee gross salary to deferred compensation; annual leave bank; 11 ½ days paid holidays and a winter break; Flexible Spending Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); tuition reimbursement; voluntary, employee-paid, supplemental life insurance; and a 9/80 schedule. (See and review the benefits tab). Here at the City of Moorpark, we have a mentorship program, an Employee Engagement Team, and we celebrate and recognize employees every quarter.
About the City of Moorpark
The City of Moorpark was incorporated in 1983 as a general law city and operates under the Council-Manager form of government. We are conveniently located in the southeastern part of Ventura County near the cities of Thousand Oaks and Simi Valley, within an hour’s drive to Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and beaches. Moorpark is nestled in a flourishing valley with spacious mountain views, a perpetual vacation climate, beautiful residential neighborhoods, cultural arts, shopping, a variety of restaurants, top tier schools, and the exceptional Moorpark Community College. Moorpark also has 19 city parks with sport courts and fields, open grass, picnic areas, hiking, and viewpoints.
Below are some employee comments on why they like working for the City of Moorpark:
* “There is teamwork in my department. When I need help, there is someone always there to assist me”.
* “I like the All-Employee Meeting. The food is always good, and the City Manager gives updates on what is happening.We play games and recognize employees.”
* “I like working with professionals who are trying to do their best for the City.”
* “Flexibility in my schedule and easy-going employees.
The Position
The Code Compliance Technician II will investigate and enforce the City's municipal, zoning, and building codes; develop case files and issue citations; and provide building and safety inspections and code enforcement of City-owned property. This position is not overtime exempt. The City has the discretion to make occasional adjustments of the work week, work day, or hours for this position to serve the interest of the City's operation and mission.
This position is the full journey level class within the Code Compliance Technician series and receives general supervision from the Community Development Director, Deputy Community Development Director, division manager, or designated lead worker. Employees within this class perform the full range of duties as assigned, including issuing citations. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Applicants must have prior experience.
This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time. First review of applications will be on October 13. Prompt application submission is encouraged.Essential Functions:
- Interpret, apply and enforce the City's municipal, zoning, and building codes;
- Issue infraction and misdemeanor citations and testify in court as necessary;
- Track the progress of cases involved in the legal system and those assigned to the City Attorney's office.
- Develop policies and procedures for inclusion in the City's Code Compliance Manual.
- Conduct patrol and investigation duties in designated areas of the City to observe and follow up on violations.
- Investigate and follow-up on complaints submitted by citizens or observed by other staff.
- Meet with citizens and explain City ordinances, policies, and procedures; mediate resolution of violations.
- Process and issue home occupation, business registration, and vendor permits; develop and maintain permit files and correspondence; draft and submit vendor and home occupation permit status reports to department director.
- Inspect properties and structures for building code, zoning code, health and safety deficiencies; conduct code enforcement investigations; prepare reports on property inspections.
This position will also serve as an emergency response worker as necessary.
Knowledge of:- All pertinent municipal zoning codes and regulations.
- Funding sources and the needs of the community.
- Procedures, objectives, and performance requirements of various City, State, and Federal rehabilitation programs.
- Modern office procedures, methods and equipment.
- Applicable City, State, and Federal codes, ordinances, and regulations related to zoning, building construction, and property maintenance.
- Accepted safety standards and methods of building construction for family housing units.
- English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
- Work independently in the absence of supervision.
- Interpret and apply pertinent Federal, State, and City codes and ordinances relating to building construction and rehabilitation.
- Read and interpret building plans, blueprints, and specifications.
- Prepare cost estimates and job specifications.
- Write clear and concise reports.
- Operate and use modern office equipment including computers, printers, and copiers.
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Respond tactfully, clearly, concisely and appropriately to inquiries from the public, press, or other agencies on sensitive issues in area of responsibility.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.
- Maintain mental capacity, which allows the capability of making sound decisions and demonstrating intellectual capabilities.
- Maintain effective audio/visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of assigned duties.
Experience and Training Guidelines:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience - Two years of municipal experience working with regulation enforcement or related experience.
Training - Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by college level course work in urban planning or a related field.
License or Certificate:
Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate, valid California driver's license.
Working Conditions:
Environmental Conditions - Office and field environment; travel from site to site; exposure to outside atmospheric conditions, dust and noise; work in high, exposed places; work on uneven surfaces; work around moving mechanical parts of equipment, tools or machinery; exposure to potentially hostile environments.
Physical Conditions - Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing or walking for prolonged periods of time; travel to various locations; operating motorized vehicles; light to medium lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling; climbing; balancing; stooping; kneeling; crouching; crawling; reaching; handling; use of fingers; talking; hearing; near and far acuity; depth perception.
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience - Two years of municipal experience working with regulation enforcement or related experience.
Training - Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by college level course work in urban planning or a related field.
License or Certificate:
Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate, valid California driver's license.
Working Conditions:
Environmental Conditions - Office and field environment; travel from site to site; exposure to outside atmospheric conditions, dust and noise; work in high, exposed places; work on uneven surfaces; work around moving mechanical parts of equipment, tools or machinery; exposure to potentially hostile environments.
Physical Conditions - Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing or walking for prolonged periods of time; travel to various locations; operating motorized vehicles; light to medium lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling; climbing; balancing; stooping; kneeling; crouching; crawling; reaching; handling; use of fingers; talking; hearing; near and far acuity; depth perception.
Salary : $64,563 - $86,819
