COVID POLICY: The City of Hayward has adopted a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all new employees issued formal offers of employment on or after February 1, 2022. Under this policy, proof of full vaccination is required as a condition of initial and continued employment with the City unless the employee has applied for an exemption and is awaiting the City’s response or has been granted an exemption, or unless stricter State or Federal legal requirements apply.  If offered employment, you will receive instructions regarding how to provide verification of vaccination or how to apply for an exemption, which will be required prior to your start date.  You may read the full policy here: City of Hayward COVID-19 Vaccine and Testing Policy

DEADLINE TO APPLY:  First review scheduled for Tuesday, November 29, 2022; Open Until Filled

DEFINITION

 Inspects plans of buildings and construction for compliance with building codes, laws and ordinances, particularly those involving plumbing, heating, ventilation, refrigeration and mechanical codes; trains and instructs other inspectors on plumbing-mechanical inspections and provides working lead assistance to other inspectors as required.

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

Performs skilled inspection work in enforcing compliance with the City's building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and energy codes plus other related local and state ordinances.

Assists the general public contractors, architects and engineers by interpreting and giving detailed explanation of requirements and application of building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes and related local and state ordinances.

Makes joint field inspections with Building Inspector during construction of buildings to ensure compliance with applicable laws and ordinances and assists on difficult field inspection problems.

Trains and provides working lead assistance in specialty to Building Inspectors in the performance of their duties, reviews output and quality of work performed, and provides and evaluation of same to management.

Keep records and reports of inspections.

Review applications for building permit, helps applicant fill in required permit data and sees that all required documents and data are included.

Checks plumbing, heating ventilation, refrigeration and mechanical construction for compliance with codes.

Check permits to assure that all fees have been paid for fixtures gas lines, plumbing and mechanical installations.

Reviews and approves plans of industrial and commercial building to insure compliance with plumbing-mechanical codes or ordinances.

May consult with designers or builders regarding requirements in plumbing-mechanical plans.

Inspects major commercial and industrial construction for conformance with plumbing-mechanical codes.

Orders corrections and improvements whenever necessary and follows up on rejected work to see that corrections are made.

Prepares correspondence regarding inspections and code requirements.

Reviews complex plumbing-mechanical inspection work.

May issue permits and prepare office copies of documents for processing and filing.

Reviews complex plumbing and mechanical inspection work.

Meets and confers with Building Official and Assistant Building Official regarding various pertinent matters.

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS 

Knowledge of:

• Building, housing, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes with specialized knowledge of materials and standards to be applied in plumbing-mechanical construction.

Ability to:

• Effectively train and provide working lead assistance to subordinate personnel.
• Read and interpret building plans and specifications and to enforce their application.
• Prepare clear and concise written reports.
• Deal effectively and tactfully with fellow employees, the general public, architects and engineers.
• Research and study the various building, housing, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes, laws and ordinances.
• Perform moderate to heavy amounts of paperwork. 
• Perform the physical aspects to a field inspection.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Experience: Four (4) years of experience as a journey level plumber preferably including one (1) year in a supervisory capacity.

OR

Two (2) years plumbing/mechanical inspection experience involving major commercial or industrial installations.

Education:  Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

Licenses and Certificates: 

Ability to possess upon employment a valid Class III California Driver's License. 

International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) Certification as a plumbing-mechanical and/or combination inspector is highly desirable, but not required.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: One (1) Year

SELECTION PROCEDURE

COVID POLICY: The City of Hayward has adopted a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all new employees issued formal offers of employment on or after February 1, 2022. Under this policy, proof of full vaccination is required as a condition of initial and continued employment with the City unless the employee has applied for an exemption and is awaiting the City’s response or has been granted an exemption, or unless stricter State or Federal legal requirements apply.  If offered employment, you will receive instructions regarding how to provide verification of vaccination or how to apply for an exemption, which will be required prior to your start date.  You may read the full policy here: City of Hayward COVID-19 Vaccine and Testing Policy

Candidates must submit a completed City of Hayward job application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire which fully describe the nature of their professional experience and qualifications.  The rating of the supplemental questions may determine application status and/or rank on the eligible list.  Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.

Based on the information provided, employment applications will be reviewed for minimum qualifications.  Those best qualified may be invited to the next phase of the process, which may include an oral, practical, written examination and/or supplemental questionnaires reviewed by subject matter experts.

The examination process will result in a ranked eligible register of candidates for hiring consideration by the department derived from any of the exam processes mentioned above.  Actual hire depends on success in the departmental selection process.

Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employment background/reference check that may include, but is not limited to: employment history verification, medical evaluation, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. Some positions, depending on the nature of the work, also require a credit check and a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting.

Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they can receive email notice from Neogov/Government Jobs and the City of Hayward.

APPLICATIONS

Candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.GovernmentJobs.com.  Paper applications can be obtained by visiting the Human Resources Department at Hayward City Hall located at 777 B Street, Hayward, CA  94541.  Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least one (1) hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system.  Our on-line application system is provided by Government Jobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact the Government Jobs Help Desk at  (855) 524-5627.
 

The City of Hayward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

BUILDING INSPECTOR I/II
Community Development Department
Building, Life, & Environmental Safety Division
LEVEL I $7,392.42 - $8,985.50 Monthly Plus Excellent Benefits
LEVEL II $7,769.50 - $9,443.83 Monthly Plus Excellent Benefits

Opportunity to work a   9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off.
 
An additional 5% step (Step F) is available to employees in this job classification after completion of five years of service, one year at Step E, and good performance evaluation.
 
The City of Gilroy is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity, equity and inclusion. Join our team!

ABOUT THE POSITION
The City of Gilroy is excited to announce that we’re currently recruiting for a full-time Building Inspector at level I or level II (depending on qualifications and experience). In this opportunity, the Building Inspector will work under the direct supervision of the Building Official and will inspect buildings being constructed, altered and/or repaired to determine compliance with building and zoning laws and ordinances; inspect structures, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing installations in commercial/industrial buildings and residences for compliance with applicable codes and standards.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The goal of the Building Life & Environment Safety (BLES) Division of the Community Development Department is to provide comprehensive plan checks and inspection services in accordance with local, state, and federal statutes to ensure compliance with various laws and codes designed to ensure the life safety of buildings and people. The Division is a dynamic and tight-knit group of inspectors with a strong sense of camaraderie. The team leverages individual experience and expertise for collaborative problem solving. The group enjoys discussing codes, learning together, and developing new programs and discussing how they can be strategically implemented to effectively serve Gilroy’s customers. The team works together cooperatively to achieve designated goals and workplans and utilizes the teams’ strengths to achieve optimal results. Under the leadership of Community Development Director Sharon Goei and Building Official Hipolito Olmos, the team is focused on the delivery of quality customer service, streamlining processes, new technology, and building safety.

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES & CANDIDATE PERSPECTIVE
The person selected for this position will have a prime opportunity to perform the entire range of moderately difficult combination inspections. In the first year, the new Building Inspector will learn the established department mandated consistency in performing work assignments, understand and prioritize daily work assignments to provide effective and efficient results. Furthermore, the new Building Inspector will become familiar with the City of Gilroy's mission and core values, and deliver top of the line customer service. 

DEFINITION
Under general direction of the Community Development Director and City Manager, supervises and reviews the inspections of residential, commercial, industrial buildings and related structures for compliance to building codes and regulations, recommends code enforcement and building inspection policies to the City Council for adoption, supervises and directs the maintenance, construction, repair and improvements on City buildings and facilities, acts as the City’s Safety Officer; and does other related work as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
The Chief Building Official is an “at-will” employee of the City and serves at the pleasure of the City Manager. This is a single position class with management level responsibility for supervising, reviewing and recommending code enforcement and building inspection policies to the City Council. The Incumbent is the City's Building Official, and performs building inspection for single-family residences, commercial and complex structures, including associated structural, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing fixtures. In addition, the incumbent supervises the code enforcement program and provides inspection support for the City's road construction and maintenance.

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

• Supervises building inspectors engaged in the inspections of residential, commercial, industrial buildings and related structures for compliance to building codes and regulations in any one or combination of the following areas: structural, electrical, plumbing or mechanical; Performs the more difficult inspection activities and acts as the City’s Building Official. This position also acts as the City’s Safety Officer and is responsible for maintaining City’s safety program, safety meetings, and meeting Cal-OSHA requirements and standards.
• Plans, reviews, develops and proposes changes as appropriate in the City of Live Oak's Building Inspection and Code Enforcement Programs, prioritizes and assigns projects: plans, organizes and directs proper and efficient maintenance and repair of City buildings, and City facilities and orders materials and schedules the use of various equipment necessary for job completion, conducts inspections to determine needs for repair and maintenance work, approves and decides the type and extent of repair and prepares estimates of cost of repairs and maintenance work; prepares materials and labor cost estimates for projects/jobs accordingly, confers with other City departments to discuss repairs, remodels and construction, as necessary, and to give written and oral work estimates;
• Inspects roadways to determine compliance with City policies and/or work contracts; participates in the investigation of complaints and questions regarding road hazards, maintenance service and project schedules;
• Supervises and/or performs plan checks on residential and commercial buildings prior to permit issuance; inspects buildings and structures to confirm that construction, alteration, or equipment installation work is performed in a safe manner, in compliance with provisions of applicable codes and ordinances, and in accordance with the approved plans and specifications; checks the quality of materials and the methods of construction utilized; issues certificates of final inspection and other permits.
• Supervises and/or conducts field investigations in response to complaints of possible code violations; researches code complaints; makes recommendations or takes appropriate action; performs follow-up investigations to see that remedial action has been taken; issues citations for code violations; prepares code violation cases for public hearings; compiles complete evidence files and exhibits; confers and coordinates with other agencies and the City attorney on investigation and disposition of nuisance housing, zoning, building, sanitation, and other code violations; responds to public inquiries regarding complaints; testifies in court proceedings as necessary; prepares staff and technical reports as directed.

THE POSITION:

Under the general supervision of the Youth & Family Services Clinical Supervisor, the Intervention Counselor provides crisis intervention and individual and family counseling; identifies appropriate referral services to youth, families and individuals; participates in department and community meetings as necessary.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Duties may include but are not limited to the following: 

• Provide individual, family and group counseling to children, adolescents, and adults using a variety of therapeutic and counseling techniques.  

• Provide crisis intervention services around a variety of issues including: incorrigible youth/status offenders, child/adult abuse, domestic violence, trauma, individuals experiencing mental health issues, and families in conflict; may conduct visits at homes, schools, and juvenile detention centers.  

• Conduct assessments to identify appropriate resources, provide referral services and connect clients with additional services as needed; May receive, process and track all incoming case management, outreach, and counseling referrals as needed. 

• Develop and maintain relationships with other social welfare agencies and organizations.  

• Prepare and give presentations to youth, parents and community members. 

• Conduct outreach to promote programs and services. 

• Generate and maintain appropriate records, client files, and accurate statistical/monthly reports. 

• Participate in department and community meetings as necessary.  

• May provide clinical supervision, training and assistance to other staff, interns or volunteers.  

• Develop and implement new processes and procedures as needed.  

• Attend meetings, trainings and workshops. 

The County of Yuba is recruiting for the position of Physical Therapist in the Health & Human Services Department. This stand-alone medical professional classification reports directly to the County’s Health Officer. The Physical Therapist performs physical therapy in a Medical Therapy Unit for the California Children’s Services Program for physically disabled children and adolescents. The incumbent will work directly from a physician’s prescription, which frequently allows considerable latitude in methods of treatment. Therapy plans are developed individually and in conjunction with other staff and carried out by incumbents.

Examples of Duties:

• Screen, evaluate and treat patients for physical therapy services; develop long-and short-term physical therapy plans as prescribed by physicians.
• Administer diagnostic and prognostic tests to assist in developing a treatment plan and evaluates range of motion, sensation, and developmental levels.
• Confer with physicians, nursing staff and other physical and occupational therapists regarding proposed treatment plans.
• Review patient information, receive requests for physical therapy, and log in information; ensure that all patient records are integrated and up-to-date; schedule and coordinate appointments for physical therapy work as required.
• Observe patient response to therapy, maintains clinical notes, and prepares required reports.
• Maintain current knowledge of physical therapy equipment and quality control techniques; participate in meetings to ensure proper education of the healthcare team; review policies and procedures related to physical therapy activities and recommend and implement improvements.

About Health and Human Services:

The Yuba County Health and Human Services Department provides a wide array of services through a diverse system of holistic programs. Employees, numbering about 300, are responsible for planning, managing, coordinating, and delivering a continuum of these services in a manner that is responsive to the needs of the community. There are several major divisions within the department including: Adult Services; Child Welfare Services; Public Assistance; Employment Services; Housing and Integrated Services; Public Health; Veterans Services; Special Investigation Division; and Finance and Administration. The department is committed to its vision of a healthy and thriving community by improving the overall well-being of our residents, valuing employees and encouraging a healthy work/life balance. The Health and Human Services Department offers flexible work schedules. 

About Us

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city, and has recently generated national attention by placing 6th on the list of the Greenest Cities in America according to a 2021 Wallet Hub survey and ranking the number 1 Best City in the Nation to raise a family, according to a 2022 survey by Wallet Hub. Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, green technology, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks and nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 230,000 residents. As a full service City, Fremont employs over 962 regular employees. The City strives to be an innovator in municipal government, with dynamic leadership provided by the City Council and City Manager. Fremont is an employer that values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication, collaboration, mutual respect, and diversity. Employees find their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly, enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service.

The Department

The Fire Department is responsible for providing the rapid delivery of fire, medical, rescue, and life safety emergency services within Fremont. Emergency services are delivered through 13 in-service fire companies from 11 strategically located fire stations in the City. Our mission is to prevent and minimize the loss of life and property threatened by the hazards of fire, medical and rescue emergencies, hazardous materials incidents, and disaster situations within the community.

The Position

As a member of City of Fremont’s Fire Department, the Fire Prevention Inspector will perform administrative, inspection, and technical tasks to assist in the implementation and enforcement of various fire and life safety statutes. Specifically, the incumbent will conduct fire and life safety inspections related to the City’s Fire Code Compliance and Fire Prevention Programs. In this role, the Fire Prevention Inspector is vital to the mission of the Fire Prevention Division to protect lives and property by reducing the factors which contribute to fires and environmental emergencies. The Fire Prevention Division currently regulates over 5,500 occupancies for compliance with State and locally adopted codes and ordinances.

Pharmacy Technician (2409) - Dept. Public Health - (H00013)

• 101 Grove St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
• Full-time
• Exam Type: Continuous
• Eligible List Type: Entrance
• Certification Rule: Rule of 3
• Fill Type: Permanent Civil Service
• Work Hours: Other
• Job Code and Title: 2409-Pharmacy Technician

Company Description

The Department of Public Health is accepting applications in class 2409 Pharmacy Technician.

• Application Opening: Friday, June 17, 2022
• Application Deadline: Continuous, May close at any time but no sooner than Monday, July 4, 2022
• Compensation: $89,700-$109,044 Yearly 
• Appointment Type: Permanent Civil Service
• Exam Type: Entrance
• Recruitment ID: CBT-2409-H00013
• Work hours: Variable; may include days, nights, weekends, rotating and/or holiday shifts.
• Employment Type: Full-Time

Nature of Positions: Positions are located throughout the Department of Public Health including Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital & Trauma Center (ZSFG), San Francisco County Jails, both in San Francisco and in San Bruno, Community Behavioral Health Services, as well as various clinics and Health Centers located throughout the City and County of San Francisco. Some positions may require employees to work directly with individuals within locked jails and psychiatric facilities, the homeless population and individuals who may have or may be carriers of infectious/communicable diseases.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process. Visit https://careers.sf.gov and begin the application process.

Select the “I’m Interested” button and follow instructions on the screen.

Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment and, therefore, it is their responsibility to ensure that their registered email address is accurate and kept up to date. Also, applicants must ensure that email from CCSF is not blocked on their computer by a spam filter. To prevent blocking, applicants should set up their email to accept CCSF mail from the following addresses (@sfgov.org, @sfdpw.org, @sfport.com, @flysfo.com, @sfwater.org, @sfdph.org, @asianart.org, @sfmta.com, @sfpl.org, @dcyf.org, @first5sf.org, @famsf.org, @ccsf.edu, @smartalerts.info, @smartrecruiters.com, and @careers.sf.gov).

Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.  

Job Description

Under the supervision of a pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician supports the provision of pharmaceutical care to patients served by the San Francisco Department of Public Health. Assists registered pharmacists in performing nonprofessional duties in an institutional pharmacy; receives, inspects, stores, and fills orders for pharmaceutical supplies. Nature of work involves continuous close attention to detail and some potential exposure to hazardous substances.

Under supervision, the Pharmacy Technician performs the following essential job functions:

• Accurately prepares unit dose medications, compounds a variety of pharmaceuticals under the supervision of a Pharmacist, including intravenous admixtures according to proper aseptic technique and in accordance with, professional standards and departmental policies and procedures, in order to maintain required levels of supply and to provide patients with needed medications;
• Prepares or repackages drugs and pharmaceuticals under the supervision of a Pharmacist, in amounts needed to fill written orders/prescriptions in order to provide patients with needed medication and to maintain required levels of supply;
• Prepares medication labels based on written orders from physicians and other professional staff according to California State Board of Pharmacy requirements;
• Records billing information for accurate and appropriate billing of patients for medications, involving use of desktop computer keyboard for entering medication orders and billing information;
• Maintains drug and pharmaceutical stock levels by counting and checking stores of drugs and pharmaceuticals against standard, pre-set stock levels, ordering and verifying deliveries against invoices to ensure accuracy; 
• Inspects and stores delivered stock in the pharmacy patient care areas by sorting and shelving them for optimal retrieval;
• Delivers, retrieves, and exchanges medications and pharmaceutical items to and from specified areas, or for dispensing by cart to ensure that clinical and patient needs are met;
• Provides information to patients, public and other healthcare providers within the scope of Technician activities through a variety of methods, including personal contact, at the Pharmacy window, in patient care areas, and by telephone or video.  This does not include medication counseling or providing drug information; 
• Orients and trains new personnel, pharmacy students, or others on departmental policies and procedures appropriate to a Technician’s scope of work;
• Uses, maintains, and troubleshoots automated dispensing equipment or relevant pharmacy-related software and other equipment necessary for pharmacy operations;
• Accurately prepares, dispenses, and documents controlled substance orders, and maintains accurate inventory records.

The 2409 Pharmacy technician also performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

1.   Experience: One (1) year (equivalent to 2,000 hours) of experience (in the last 5 years) assisting in the preparation of drug and pharmaceutical items in a licensed pharmacy;

AND

2.   License: Possession of a valid Pharmacy Technician License/Registration issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy. (Please attach a copy)

• License status must be "Current" according to search.dca.ca.gov/

Substitution: Possession of a valid Intern Pharmacist License/Registration issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy may substitute for the required experience and license.

Notes:

1. One year of full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week). Any overtime hours that you work above 40 hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine full-time employment.
2. This experience must be gained from June 17, 2017 to current

Possible Special Conditions (some positions may require the following):

1. One (1) year of experience assisting in the preparation of drug and pharmaceutical items in a licensed inpatient pharmacy within the last five years.
2. Six (6) months of experience in database application support, operational support, software installation and maintenance, and performance tuning for multi-departmental and enterprise systems.
3. The ability to obtain and maintain security clearance with the San Francisco Sheriff’s Department.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

Verification: Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at https://sfdhr.org/how-verify-education-requirements.

Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

All work experience, education, training, and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application. Applications completed improperly may be cause for ineligibility, disqualification or may lead to lower scores.

The City of Live Oak is hiring for the position of Building Inspector Code Enforcement Officer  I/II. Placement into a classification level is dependent upon qualifications.  Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.

ANNUAL SALARY PER LEVEL:

Building Inspector Code Enforcement Officer I: $52,623.75 - $68,008.60

Building Inspector Code Enforcement Officer II: $56,307.45 - $72,769.24

DEFINITION: 

Under general direction of the Chief Building Official, reviews plans, and inspects the construction or remodel of residential and commercial buildings; enforces applicable State and County codes and City ordinances; provides inspection support for various Public Works activities; assists in the construction, maintenance and improvements of City buildings and facilities; performs other related work as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS : 

Level I
This class represents the entry level class of the Building Inspector and Code Enforcement series that allows the incumbent to develop journey level knowledge and abilities. It is a generalist class with responsibilities in all phases of building activity; incumbents work with considerable independence in the conduct of their inspections. A high degree of skill in communication and public relations is required to convey the provisions of applicable codes to a broad cross section of the public and to the construction industry. Building Inspectors, while working as generalists, also function as a specialist to advise other members of the staff in terms of the various technical areas of construction. 

Level II
This class represents the journey level of the Building Inspector and Code Enforcement series in which incumbents are responsible for performing the full scope of assigned duties. Incumbents are considered skilled in making inspections, performing plan checks and enforcing codes and regulations on a broad range of building and related codes. The work requires independence and discretion in both field inspections and plan checks. 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: 

• Perform as a team member in carrying out program tasks of the Building Division. 
• Set up inspection schedule and route and travel to field sites. 
• Approve work done or note corrections to be made; prepare correction letters and inspection reports. 
• Interpret and explain applicable building codes, division policies and procedures to the public.
• Assist the public at the counter, by email, and/or by phone in the processing of permits and applications.
• Provide technical assistance to others within the City Departments as needed.
• Maintain files, retrieve permit information, issue permits, and conduct research.
• Assist the Public Works Department in inspecting roadways to determine compliance with City policies and/or work contracts.
• Assist in the construction, maintenance and improvements of City buildings and facilities.
• Assist Chief Building Official in maintaining the City’s safety program, safety meetings and Cal/OSHA requirements.
• Perform plan checks as assigned on residential and commercial buildings prior to permit issuance.
• Perform zoning inspections. 
• Inspect buildings and structures to confirm that construction, alteration, or equipment installation work is performed in a safe manner, in compliance with provisions of applicable codes and ordinances, and in      accordance with the approved plans and specifications.
• Respond to public inquiries regarding complaints and conduct field investigations in response to complaints of possible code violations.
• Prepare and send Code Enforcement letters to tenants, owners, and contractors and carry cases through prosecution in situations of non-compliance; compile complete evidence files and exhibits. Testify in court proceedings as necessary. 
• Perform follow-up investigations to see that remedial action has been taken.
• Confer and coordinate with other agencies and the City attorney on investigation and disposition of nuisance housing, zoning, building, sanitation, and other code violations.
• Assist with completing grant applications and administering grant-funded housing and community development projects (including but not limited to, housing, buildings, parks, streets, water, sewer, any other infrastructure, and grant reporting) as directed.
• Prepare staff and technical reports as directed.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other agencies and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Draft recommendations to the Building Official for changes in Building Department related policies. Make recommendations or take appropriate action. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: 
Employee will be required to sit at a desk for long periods of time; stand at the counter to answer questions of the public; intermittently walk, stand, kneel, climb, crawl, and bend in the field; perform grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation; write and use a keyboard to communicate, and occasionally lift moderate weight. 

Some additional physical demands are to be able to walk on uneven ground or 1 ½” joist and narrow beams, walk on roofs, climb scaffolds and ladders, crawl in confined areas 12-inches high, and crawl in attics in the summer. Employee will regularly be subject to varying weather conditions while walking outdoors on a construction site, this may include rain, wind, cold, heat, and direct sun. 

CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICIAL I/II/III

Level I:  $4,637 - $5,636 per month

Level II:  $5,116 - $6,219 per month

Level III:  $6,076 - $7,386 per month

(Level of placement will depend on experience/qualifications)

Plus excellent benefits

OPEN UNTIL FILLED:  Apply by Friday, May 6, 2022, for first consideration

THE CITY is focused on enhancing our community members’ quality of life through well-designed services and a positive workplace culture.  San Rafael is the economic and cultural heart of Marin County, and its high quality of life is centered on its commercial districts, engaged neighborhoods, active lifestyle, and natural environment.  San Rafael (population 61,000) is a full-service city with a city council/city manager form of government with 12 departments, more than 400 employees, and an annual budget of $120 million.  The City’s vision is to be a vibrant economic and cultural center reflective of its diversity.  The City Council is engaged and seeks to strengthen the urban and commercial areas as well as sustain the beautiful natural environment. 

San Rafael’s Organizational culture framework is an initiative called “Together San Rafael.”  City employees are our greatest asset, and we seek talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are creative, curious, and excited about a challenge.  We are a results-driven team focused on the needs of community members.  The Together San Rafael initiative is focused on modernizing City services and increasing the engagement of employees.  This initiative recognizes the interconnectedness of the customer and employee experience.  

THE POSITION:

The City of San Rafael is recruiting for a Code Enforcement Officer in our Community Development Department.  Under immediate supervision, this position assists with the enforcement of all provisions of the San Rafael Municipal Code, performs code inspections, and enforces the zoning code.

This position is a flexibly staffed position and may be filled at any level in the series, dependent upon the candidate’s experience and qualifications.  The distinguishing characteristics between each level is as follows:

Code Enforcement Official I:  This class is distinguished from the Code Enforcement Officer II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series including field investigations and field inspections.  Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience.

Code Enforcement Official II:  This is the full journey level class.  Employees at this level are distinguished from the Code Enforcement Officer I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned.  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.  Positions in this class shift away from office and group fieldwork to more defined, independent work. 

Code Enforcement Official III:  This is the lead work level position within this job class series.  As a lead worker, this position is responsible for providing advanced journey level code enforcement duties and for providing some building and/or fire inspection duties typically regarding issues that do not require a permit.  This position requires certification as a Building or Fire Prevention Inspector, defined as having completed the ICC certification as a Combination Building Inspector or the residential inspection track of the International Code Council and/or the Fire Prevention IA, 2A, and 3A courses of the California State Fire Training.

This position performs the following essential job duties (including but not limited to):

• Exercises enforcement and abatement responsibilities under the land use regulations of the City’s Municipal Codes.
• Conducts field investigations of reported complaints of municipal code, ordinance and resolution violations.
• Advises individuals of violations and methods of abatement.
• Seeks abatement (remedies) through voluntary compliance or informal administrative process or administrative hearings or judicial action.
• Conducts field inspections to uncover violations, gathers supporting evidence, inform individuals of code provisions and encourage compliance.
• Issue warnings and violation notices and see remedies through voluntary compliance or informal administrative process or administrative hearings or judicial action.
• Explains and interprets municipal codes, ordinances, and resolutions at the counter and in the field to City staff, to property owners and the generic public.
• Confers with other agencies and City departments, verbally and in writing, on the investigation and disposition of related violations.
• Prepares written staff reports and presents evidence at hearings before the Planning Commission, City Council, Hearing Officer, and/or Courts of law related to current code enforcement administrative and judicial proceedings.
• Complete forms, prepare reports, investigation narratives and related correspondence.
• Maintains case records, program statistics, and related materials.
• At the Level III, function as a lead work supervisor over other Code Enforcement Official (I/II) employees.
• Performs related duties as required.

To be eligible for this position you must have knowledge of/ability to:

• Correct English usage, spelling and punctuation.
• Simple research and statistical methods.
• Interviewing techniques necessary to obtain investigative and personal data.
• Modern office policies, procedures, and equipment.
• Goals, objectives and policies of the department.
• Correct written and spoken English.
• Technical aspects of Zoning and Code Enforcement.
• Supervisory techniques and methods.
• Interpret and apply laws, ordinances, codes and policies. 
• Express oneself clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. 
• Work cooperatively with other departments, agencies, and citizens. 
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships. 
• Lead and direct the work of others. 
• Perform field inspections, investigations.   
• Enforce applicable codes and ordinances.

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, abilities and skill.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge, abilities, and skill would be:

Code Enforcement Official I:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
• Community College coursework in communications, law enforcement, planning, business, or public administration, or a related field preferred.
• One (1) year of full-time experience involving the enforcement and interpretation of administrative rules and regulations and direct public contact.
• Valid driver’s license.

Code Enforcement Official II:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of full-time experience involving the enforcement and interpretation of administrative rules and regulations, two (2) years of which must be in a code inspection capacity.
• Valid driver’s license.

Code Enforcement Official III:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of full-time experience involving the enforcement and interpretation of administrative rules and regulations, two (2) years of which must be in a code inspection capacity, with at least one (1) of those years at an equivalent level to the Code Enforcement Official II. 
• Certification as a Building or Fire Prevention Inspector.
• Valid driver’s license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions and regularly works in inside environmental conditions.  The employee is frequently exposed to video display and moving mechanical parts.  The employee occasionally works with use of personal vehicle.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS: 

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application.  The examination process may include the following application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  The passing point for the oral board examination final score will be 70%.   Note:  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a pre-employment physical, background check/fingerprinting, and drug screen.  To file an application, go to:  www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.   Select “San Rafael”.   Follow this link to apply via CalOpps:  https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20233266 

For more information about the City of San Rafael, please visit www.cityofsanrafael.org

Reasonable Accommodation:  The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants.  If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the test date.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.  Such accommodations must be requested by the applicant.