Code Enforcement Inspector I-II, Planning, Building and Code Enforcement

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Job Title

The Planning, Building and Code Enforcement Department is currently recruiting to fill multiple Code Enforcement Inspector (CEI) I/II positions in the Code Enforcement Division.

About the Department

The City of San Jose's Department of Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement ensures the orderly and safe development of private properties, compliance with all applicable building, zoning, and quality of life ordinances and regulations, and promotes healthy and safe community standards.

Position Duties

The Code Enforcement Division is responsible for monitoring and enforcing a variety of codes and ordinances in support of City departments to ensure compliance with City codes and standards on private property. Code Enforcement Inspectors are held to high ethical standards to ensure integrity within the code enforcement process and must demonstrate excellent customer service to the community.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Two (2) years of undergraduate coursework from an accredited college or university (equivalent to 60 semester units or 90 quarter units).

Experience: Two (2) years of experience serving the public in enforcement, inspection or investigation of local, state, or federal codes and/or regulations in areas such as housing, building, zoning, environmental, vehicle, and penal codes or a similar field.

Licenses/Certificates: Possession of a valid driver's license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in California.

Other Requirements: This position requires a disclosure of outside investments, real property interest, income, and business positions. Incumbent will be required to complete Form 700 Statement of Economic Interests within the first 30 days of employment. Code Enforcement Inspectors may be required to work a flexible schedule that may include working evenings or weekends. Applicants with bilingual skills are encouraged to apply.

Other Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:
  • Job Expertise
  • Coaching
  • Conflict Management
  • Customer Service
  • Meeting Ethical Standards
  • Multi-Tasking
  • Problem Solving
  • Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills
  • Communication Skills
Selection Process: The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job-specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered, or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.

Additional Information

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. The City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses. Applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments.

If you do not receive the confirmation after submitting your online application, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application.

We encourage candidates to use AI responsibly as a support in preparing application materials, live assessments, and interviews. However, we value authenticity, accuracy, and truthfulness. Application responses and interview answers must reflect your own knowledge, skills, and experiences.

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