Code Enforcement Officer I/II/SR

Code Enforcement Officer I/II/SR

Salary

$81,348.80 - $126,214.40 Annually

Location

Palmdale, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202600201

Department

Public Safety

Opening Date

09/30/2026

Closing Date

10/14/2026 1:00 PM Pacific

Max Number of Applicants

150

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DESCRIPTION

The full salary range for this position is as follows: Code Enforcement Officer I - $39.11 to $49.93 / Code Enforcement Officer II - $43.14 to $55.05/ Senior Code Enforcement Officer - $47.55- $60.68. Expected hiring range is as follows: Code Enforcement Officer I - $39.11 to $43.14 / Code Enforcement Officer II - $43.14 to $47.55/ Senior Code Enforcement Officer - $47.55- $52.42.

The Code Enforcement Officer I/II/SR performs responsible technical and administrative work in the enforcement of the provisions of the Citys Municipal Code and the Palmdale Zoning Ordinance; to investigate and enforce applicable ordinances, codes, and regulations related to, zoning, land use, health and safety, blight, and graffiti involving both office and field work.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Code Enforcement Officer I

Code Enforcement Officer I is the entry-level class in the Code Enforcement series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Code Enforcement II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties as assigned to the journey level class.

Code Enforcement Officer II

Code Enforcement Officer II is the full journey level class in the Code Enforcement series and is distinguished from the Code Enforcement Officer I level by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned with only minimal instruction or assistance. Incumbents work independently, seeking assistance only as new or unusual situations arise. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Code Enforcement Officer I class. On occasion, as assigned, this position may monitor work efforts performed by Code Enforcement Officer I and Neighborhood Compliance Officers.

Code Enforcement Officer Sr

Positions at this level perform the most difficult duties; possess a specialized technical or functional expertise. Incumbents are assigned significant responsibilities above the advanced journey level, possess specialized knowledge, abilities, skills and experience, and exercise independent judgment and initiative in the performance of their duties. Positions in this class may be flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Code Enforcement Officer II class.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Answer inquiries and respond to complaints from the public regarding fire and safety hazards, abatement procedures, code and zoning regulations, and potential violations.
• Resolve disputes when possible regarding enforcement actions, notices to abate, citations, and/or legal action.
• Schedule and conduct field investigations; identify municipal and zoning code ordinance violations.
• Advise property owners of violations of specific codes and action necessary to comply; seek voluntary compliance.
• Issue notice of violations involving substandard properties.
• Conduct investigations regarding violations of the municipal code, take appropriate action, which may include the issuance of civil and/or criminal citations.
• Prepare Substandard Notices, Summary Abatement Orders and Liens to record against individual properties; receive and process requests for release of Substandard Notices and Liens.
• Remove illegal signs within public right-of-way, make contact with homeless population, investigate illegal dumping, contact/enforce illegal street vendors, peddlers, and panhandlers.
• Prepare, write and submit cases to City Attorney and/or District Attorney for action in cases of noncompliance; represent the City in court when required.
• Maintain records of inspection and enforcement efforts including detailed reports, correspondence, photographs, and other evidence, which may be used in legal proceedings.
• Confer with other County and/or State departments such as the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department, Los Angeles County Probation Department, Health Department, State Parole and the Department of Animal Control as well as City departments on the disposition of complaints and violations.
• Obtain inspection and forcible entry warrants as needed.
• Incorporate the Citys Strategic Plan and Values in all aspects of enforcement actions.
• Assist in the development and revision of zoning code provisions.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Code Enforcement Officer Sr

• Recommend and assist in the implementation of policies, procedures, goals, and objectives; establish schedules and methods for code enforcement and neighborhood compliance inspections and enforcement activities.
• Supervise, train, motivate, direct, and review the work of staff involved in code enforcement and neighborhood compliance.
• Evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommend improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities.
• Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for staff, equipment, and supplies; monitor and control expenditure.
• Participate in the selection of staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures; write performance evaluations.
• Oversee and supervise community compliance programs and campaigns designed to address quality of life issues, neighborhood blight and nuisance abatement.
• Provide technical information regarding code enforcement and neighborhood compliance; recommend and implement current policies and procedures related to the enforcement of municipal and vehicle codes; review and resolve difficult and complex enforcement issues; review files for administrative hearings.
• Prepare reports and make presentations to the City Council, Planning Commission, community groups and outside agencies.
• Brief, prepare, and submit notices of noncompliance cases to the City or District Attorney; attend hearings and court proceedings as needed.
• Implement and monitor contracts for services; analyze and recommend parking fines and fees.
• Investigate cases; resolve complaints and minor disputes among staff.
• Provide recommendations to provisions of the Municipal Code, as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

• Land use concepts and zoning principles.
• Zoning and municipal codes, basic understanding of California Penal Code and California Vehicle Code.
• Due process, constitutional rights, limitation of authority; legal remedies, and abatement strategies used in investigation of complaints.
• Appropriate safety measures for field investigations.
• Basic word processing and database operations.
• City organizational structure/functions.
• Outside agencies' jurisdiction.
• Community/agency resources available to effect compliance.

Code Enforcement Officer Sr

• Principles and practices of neighborhood preservation and revitalization, and the mission of the Neighborhood Services Department.
• Principles and practices of parking and code enforcement inspection and investigation, including collection and documentation of evidence and administrative processing.
• Principles and practices of parking enforcement.
• Land use concepts and zoning principles.
• Nuisance abatement and the ability to present legal remedies and strategies.
• Pertinent local, State and Federal laws, ordinances, and rules.
• Equipment, tools, and materials used to perform parking and code enforcement activities.
• Principles of employee supervision, training, and performance evaluations.
• Business English, spelling and grammar.
• Basic budgetary and contract administration policies and procedures.
• Automated and computerized information systems, including use of word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications.
• Principles and practices of safety management.

Ability to:

• Read, comprehend, interpret and explain City codes.
• Determine zoning code violations and recommend corrective action.
• Gather and analyze data.
• Prepare accurate and concise technical reports.
• Make sound decisions and recommend appropriate corrective action.
• Resolve disputes and problem solve.
• Work safely in the field setting.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Code Enforcement Officer Sr

• Organize, implement, and direct enforcement operations/activities.
• Assist with the analyzing of work papers, reports and special projects; assist with the identifying and interpreting of technical and numerical information; assist with the observation and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedures.
• Interpret, explain, and enforce pertinent parking and code enforcement and department policies and procedures.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instruction and deal courteously and fairly with the public in the course of duties.
• Read and comprehend City, County and State Codes.
• Direct and oversee record systems.
• Gather and analyze data.
• Perform routine field visits independently and monitor field officer's community engagement skills.
• Perform, develop, and oversee reports and documentation related to field and office assignments.
• Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

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

Code Enforcement Officer I

Experience:

Two years of public agency enforcement experience.

Education:

High school diploma or G. E. D. or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Code Enforcement Officer II

Experience:

Three years of enforcement experience as a Code Enforcement Officer, law enforcement officer, or similar.

Education:

High school diploma or G. E. D. or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Code Enforcement Officer Sr

Experience:

Three years of increasingly responsible code enforcement experience, including one year of technical and functional supervisory experience.

Education:

Equivalent to an associate degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, planning, law enforcement, code enforcement or a related field. Additional qualifying experience equivalent to Code Enforcement Officer II may substitute for the education on a year for year basis.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:

Code Enforcement Officer I:

Possession of a valid California drivers license by time of appointment is required.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a P.O.S.T. (832 p.c.) certificate within one year of date of hire.

Possession of, or ability to obtain within six months, a basic California Association of Code Enforcement Officials (CACEO) Module I certificate.

Other Requirement:

Must successfully pass the background for the California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (CLETS) through the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department as soon as practical.

Code Enforcement Officer II:

Possession of a valid California drivers license by time of appointment is required.

Possession of, or ability to obtain within six months, California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) PC 832 Arrest, Search, and Seizure Certificate.

Possession of, or ability to obtain within six months, California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO) Module II certificate.

Other Requirement:

Must successfully pass the background for the California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (CLETS) through the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department as soon as practical.

Code Enforcement Officer Sr:

Possession of a valid California drivers license by time of appointment is required.

Possession of a P.O.S.T. (832 p.c.) certificate is required.

Possession of, or ability to obtain within six months, California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO) Module III certificate.

Other Requirement:

Must successfully pass the background for the California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (CLETS) through the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department as soon as practical.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Demands:

Mobility: frequent standing and walking on uneven terrain; frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting for long periods of time; regular climbing, bending, stooping and squatting.

Lifting: frequently up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 40 pounds; occasional pushing pulling up to 100 pounds.

Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision.

Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching.

Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone.

Emotional/Psychological: frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone.

Environmental: frequent exposure to noise; occasional exposure to chemicals, biohazards, fumes, and other environmental substances.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is often performed in an outdoor construction environment with year-round exposure to varying weather conditions. Work is subject to construction site noise and environment including exposure to loud equipment and machinery. Work is performed at various locations.

Positions will require weekend work, occasional overtime and travel is rare.

Revised August 2025

FLSA: Overtime eligible, Sr Exempt

The City of Palmdale is noted for its highly skilled workforce, with a large concentration of aerospace firms located at Air Force Plant 42 and nearby Edwards Air Force Base. Its family-oriented and culturally enhancing venues, such as the Palmdale Playhouse, DryTown Water Park and Palmdale Amphitheater, make Palmdale "a place to call home." Palmdale is located approximately one hour north of Los Angeles off the Antelope Valley Freeway (SR-14). It encompasses 106.6 square miles and has a population of approximately 165,450. The City is served by several school districts and has a growing retail and commercial base. For more information, visit www.CityOfPalmdaleCA.gov.

BUSINESS HOURS: Normal operating hours are from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm Monday - Thursday. CLOSED on Friday.

UNION: The Teamsters Local 986 represents certain positions in the Citys Public Works Maintenance Division and Parks and Recreation Department.

EXECUTIVE EMPLOYEES: Additional benefits apply to the positions of Deputy Director, Director, Deputy City Manager and Assistant City Manager. These are at-will positions and do not serve a probationary period.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

APPLICATION MATERIALS must be submitted by the closing date listed in the job bulletin. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of a City online application.

RESIDENCE within the City is not required.

AN ELIGIBILITY LIST of the most qualified applicants will be compiled based on the results of the selection process. The list will remain in place for a period to be determined by Human Resources.

The benefits listed here apply to full-time positions, not to part-time employees unless described.

A PROBATION PERIOD of one year minimum applies to initial employment with the City.

VACATION, HOLIDAYS AND LEAVE: The City provides 15 paid holidays per year and 80 hours vacation (years one through four) with a maximum accrual of 240 hours. Exempt employees accrue 80 hours of administrative leave per year with a maximum accrual of 240 hours.

SICK LEAVE: Employees accrue 96 hours per year with a maximum accrual of 800 hours. Part-time employees shall accrue one (1) hour of Sick Leave for every 20 hours worked. Total accrued bank sick leave may not exceed 80 hours.

RETIREMENT: The City is a member of the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). Full-time employees will be enrolled in either the New Member or Classic plan, as defined by CalPERS. New Members are enrolled in the 2% @ 62 formula and pay the full 7.75% employee contribution. Classic Members are enrolled in the 2% @ 60 formula and pay the full 7% employee contribution.

All other part-time employees are covered under the Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS).

WELLNESS PROGRAM: Employees may be reimbursed up to $500 per fiscal year for qualified wellness expenses.

DIRECT DEPOSIT: Direct Deposit is mandatory for all new employees.

INSURANCE: The City offers group health, dental/vision, long term and short term disability, and a $50,000 life insurance policy for full-time employees. The City contributes towards the employees health insurance.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The City offers a Deferred Compensation Plan which enables full-time employees to contribute on a tax deferred basis. The City matches up to $200 per month.

BILINGUAL STIPEND: Eligible employees may receive bilingual pay.

OVERTIME COMPENSATION: Overtime is accrued at time-and-a-half for eligible employees for time physically worked in excess of the regular 40-hour work week.

PART-TIME EMPLOYEES: Part-time employees are reviewed for merit salary advancement but are not eligible for any other benefits listed.

MILEAGE PAY: Any employee may be reimbursed for work related mileage at a rate consistent with IRS guidelines when assigned to use their private vehicle on City business.

SOCIAL SECURITY: The City does not participate in Social Security and does not deduct Social Security payments from any employees salary. The City deducts 1.45% of salary for Medicare and makes a 1.45% matching contribution.

• Benefits can change at any time.

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These supplemental questions are part of the selection process and are considered part of your application. These questions give you the opportunity to fully explain your background and qualifications as they pertain to this position. Only the most qualified applicants as determined by the evaluation of this supplemental application will be invited to participate in the selection process. Your answers to the following supplemental questions are required for your application to be considered complete. Please note: if you do not have experience in a given area, type "none." Please do not write "Refer to my resume/application" as these answers will be considered incomplete and you will not be given credit. I have read and understand this statement.

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Do you or any members of your immediate family own any interest in any enterprise which does or might do business with the City and/or the Board/Commission?

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Do you or any members of your immediate family own any interest in any real property adjacent to or within the City of Palmdale?

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Do you or any members of your immediate family have any interests or associations which might present a conflict of interest?

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Whats the highest education you have completed?

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Employer City of Palmdale

Address 38250 Sierra Hwy

2nd Floor

Palmdale, California, 93550

Phone (661) 267-5400

Website https://www.cityofpalmdaleca.gov/290/Job-Opportunities