CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER PART-TIME

The Code Enforcement Officer/Permit Technician performs a variety of inspection and municipal code enforcement duties with particular emphasis in achieving compliance with all provisions of the zoning ordinance and City Code. Under general supervision, investigates and enforces the municipal code in areas of public welfare, safety, public nuisance, sanitation and health, building, housing, zoning and other ordinances; initiates enforcement action; acts as a secondary/back‑up Permit Processing Technician as needed.Examples of DutiesConducts site visits to investigate complaints regarding code violationsIdentifies violations relating to a variety of codes and regulationsWorks with the public in a positive and cooperative manner to encourage voluntary compliance with codesIssues citations in accordance with applicable lawsProcesses plans and permit applications for reviewCalculates plan check and permitting feesSchedules inspectionsMaintains accurate case filesRECRUITMENT DATES: JUNE 29, 2026 THROUGH AUGUST 7, 2026QualificationsAny combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance will be considered. Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade; and two years of experience with frequent public interaction and enforcement activities.License / CertificationPossession of a valid California Driver License and a safe driving record is required.Desired Certifications (NOT required)Code Enforcement Officer Certification from the American Association of Code Enforcement (AACE) or California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO)P.C. 832 certificationIt is the City's policy to treat all applicants equally, evaluating each on the basis of individual skills, knowledge and abilities and not on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (40 and over), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other category protected by law. In addition, the City of Rancho Santa Margarita abides by a nepotism policy which may preclude you from being hired if the City employs a relative.All City employment offers are contingent on the successful completion of a background check, which includes a fingerprint‑based criminal background check conducted by the State of California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).Contact us at (949) 635-1814 or employment@cityofrsm.org with questions.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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