Description
This recruitment is set to close on Thursday July 30, 2026 OR after the first one hundred (100) applications have been received; whichever occurs first. This recruitment may close without notice, interested applicants are encourage to apply promptly.
The City of Santa Fe Springs is seeking a highly-motivated individual for the position of Code Enforcement Supervisor in the Department of Police & Community Services.
Disclaimer: Job descriptions are written as a representative list of the ADA essential duties performed by a job class. They cannot include, nor are they intended to include, all duties performed by all positions occupying a class.
Employment Type: Full-time position represented by the City of Santa Fe Springs City Employees Association.
Work Schedule: Code Enforcement Supervisor is assigned a 4/10 work schedule between the hours 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Incumbent may be required to work pre-scheduled evening meetings or weekend events.
PLEASE NOTE:
Only complete applications will be reviewed. Only the most qualified applicants with the most relevant experience and education will be invited to continue in the selection process. In addition, final candidates for the position will be required to pass an extensive Department of Justice criminal background check prior to appointment.
POSITION PURPOSE:
Under general supervision and direction, the Code Enforcement Supervisor supervises, coordinates, assigns, and reviews the enforcement activities of Code Enforcement Inspectors; performs the complex duties of a Code Enforcement Inspector, technical office and field work involving the inspection, investigation, and enforcement of State and City codes and ordinances relating to public nuisances, zoning, illegal garage conversions, overgrown vegetation, illegal business operations, illegal land uses, poor landscaping and property maintenance, unpermitted construction, outdoor storage, and most importantly, assistance to the public. This position is required to perform extensive fieldwork, and may be required to work on weekends and evenings.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Receives direct supervision from the Department manager or higher-level management staff.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Exercises direct supervision of Code Enforcement Inspectors.
Requirements
REPRESENTATIVE COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required to satisfactorily perform the jobs essential duties and responsibilities.
Knowledge of:
Customer service techniques and principles
Applicable laws, municipal codes, land use and development standards.
Fire, building, and vehicle codes.
Construction terminology.
Departmental policies and procedures.
Federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Field inspection, investigative principles, and practices.
Modern office procedures and equipment, including computers.
Word processing and other related software applications.
Ability to:
Plan, organize, direct and coordinate the work of subordinate personnel.
Supervise, train and evaluate personnel.
Provide excellent customer service.
Effectively prioritize and manage assigned work.
Develop, implement, and administer goals and objectives.
Perform complex field inspections of properties.
Follow written and oral instructions.
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Work with accuracy and attention to detail.
Operate and use modern office equipment.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other people.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
The following requirements generally demonstrate possession of the minimum requisite knowledge and ability necessary to perform the duties of the position. A typical way to obtain these would be:
High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
A Bachelors degree in public administration, urban planning or a related field is highly desirable.
A minimum of three (3) years of experience with a public agency as a code enforcement officer, which has included municipal enforcement, inspection, and investigation.
A minimum of one (1) year in a supervisory, senior, or lead capacity role.
Spanish-speaking bilingual skills are highly desirable.
License and Certificates:
Possession of a valid POST certification in PC 832 Laws of Arrest is required.
A valid Class “C” California Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record.
Possession of a valid Certified Code Enforcement Officer (CCEO) certificate from the California Association of Code Enforcement Officers is required.
