Code Enforcement Officer - Limited Term

Job Description:

Code Enforcement Officer - Limited Term

Description

Description

Exciting Opportunity!
The City of Palo Alto is seeking a limited-term full-time Code Enforcement Officer. The position is a temporary one, not expected to exceed two years. Code Enforcement Officers (CEO) are responsible for the educational outreach and enforcement of violations of the City of Palo Alto’s Municipal Code. The department's code enforcement officers focus on zoning and land use code violations, property maintenance, substandard building conditions, leaf blower violations, enforcement related to expired building permits, and unpermitted building activity. These positions work under the supervision of a Code Enforcement Supervisor and perform a full range of municipal code enforcement and compliance duties. The officers are empowered to issue notices of violation and seek problem resolution through administrative processes.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate is a dedicated professional with:

• A passion for serving the community.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• The ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Integrity and the highest ethical standards.
• The ability to work independently while also being a strong contributor to a team-oriented environment.
• Problem solving skills, good judgment, and dependability.
• The ability to quickly obtain a thorough knowledge of pertinent municipal code provisions and interact effectively with the public and other City personnel.
• Certified Code Enforcement designation from CACEO.
• International Code Council (ICC) Certificates in building code, property maintenance, and nuisance abatement.
• Exemplary driving record’
• Familiarity with Accela permitting system highly desirable.

Essential Duties

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

• Responds to public inquiries regarding permits and/or licenses, explaining Palo Alto Municipal Code requirements and procedures.
• Reviews and investigates applications for permits or licenses; coordinates interdepartmental review to assure prompt and accurate handling of applications.
• Determines approval or denial of applications; coordinates hearings for appeals.
• Conducts field inspections and site visits to locate unlicensed activities and/or to determine compliance with the Palo Alto Municipal Code.
• Responds to and investigates complaints regarding violations of City ordinances; issues notices of violations stipulating necessary changes for ordinance compliance; takes appropriate action to ensure compliance.
• Maintains familiarity with pertinent sections of the Palo Alto Municipal Code serving as resource to City staff, outside agencies and the public.
• Maintains records of applications, inspections, investigations, violations, hearings and related data.
• Works closely with other Code Enforcement professionals and support staff.
• Maintains a close working relationship with the City Attorney's Office.
• Related Functions:
  
  • Completes special projects as assigned.
  • Performs related duties and responsibilities as required

To see the Code Enforcement Officer full job description click here.

Minimum Qualifications

Sufficient education, training and/or work experience to demonstrate possession of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities which would typically be acquired through:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, with college coursework preferred. and
• Two years experience in a position requiring public contact.

Special Requirements:

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License.

Supplemental Information

This position will drive a City vehicle.

The Selection Process:

• Recruitment status notifications will be sent via email or text (please enroll in text alerts when applying).
• Updates can also be found on your governmentjobs.com account.
• Applicants will be screened throughout the posting process and highly qualified candidates may be invited to interview at any time.
• The screening process for this position may include a virtual recorded interview and/or panel interviews preceding final interviews with the hiring manager or their designee.
• More than one position may be filled through this posting.

For information on employee benefits, click here.

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The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

See our Benefits at a Glance Bookletfor more details.
Learn more about our Memorandum of Agreements (MOAs) between the City and its bargaining units, by clicking HERE.

Closing Date/Time: 10/28/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$108,804.80 - $133,161.60 Annually