Community Enhancement Officer

Industry: Community Development

Company: Baldwin Park

Salary : $53,198.44 – $71,291.00 Annually

Location : Baldwin Park, CA

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 2024-1206-034

Department: Community Development

Opening Date: 12/05/2024

JOB SUMMARY

The City of Baldwin Park is Accepting Applications for the Position of

COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT OFFICER

$4,433.20 – $5,940.92 Monthly

Future COLA Increases:

Effective June 22, 2025 – 5%

Effective June 21, 2026 – 3%

PLUS AN EXECELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO FILL TWO FULL TIME POSITIONS IN THE COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT DIVISIONAND TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST TO BE USED FOR FUTURE VACANCIES.

This is a continuous recruitment and will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed in the order received. For earliest consideration, apply now. The recruitment may close with or without prior notice. First review of applications, Monday, December 23, 2024.

The examination process will consist of a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the application and supplemental questionnaire; therefore it is to your advantage to provide as much detailed and relevant work experience. Please note that only applicants who are among the most qualified and/or best meet or exceed the requirements and needs of the City, will be invited to participate further in the selection process.

THE POSITION:Under general supervision, the Community Enhancement Officer, assures community compliance with municipal ordinances and performs related duties as required or assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
General supervision is provided by the Code Enforcement Supervisor.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

The City of Baldwin Park is seeking for individuals who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where problem-solving and effective communication skills are a must. The ideal candidate enjoys working with the public and takes pride in doing high-quality work. This position is part of a four-person community enhancement team that proactively and re-actively enforces community compliance. Compliance is done through education, relationship building, resources, and when necessary, progressive enforcement. Incumbents must be able and willing to work rotating shifts, weekends, and evenings. See special requirements.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The Community Enhancement Officers will be assigned to work a rotating weekend schedule. The Work Schedule consists of two (2) rotating schedules of two (2) pay periods on “A” shift, followed by two (2) pay periods on “B” shift. “A” shift consists of a regular Monday through Thursday 4/10 schedule from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. “B” shift consists of a 4/10 Wednesday through Saturday schedule, with Wednesday and Thursday hours from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.: and Friday and Saturday weekend hours from 9:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Community Enhancement Officers shall receive an additional five percent (5%) for those weekend hours worked comprised of any Friday or Saturday.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. This job announcement does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Enforce a variety of regulations and laws related to occupancy, zoning, land use, property nuisance, property maintenance, weed abatement, and upkeep and management of private property.
• Perform a variety of duties related to the processing and issuance of Business Licenses.
• Respond to complaints of alleged violations and thoroughly investigate.
• Issue notices of violation and citation and re-inspect as needed for compliance.
• Maintain records of inspections.
• Write letters and reports.
• Testify in court as necessary.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Baldwin Park and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Principles and practices of municipal zoning and land use regulations, housing, building, fire codes, health laws, nuisance abatement, and public safety.
• Investigation and research relating to the enforcement of City codes.
• Effective work management and organization methods.

ABILITY TO:

• Deal effectively with the public and obtain compliance with City codes.
• Communicate effectively in a clear, concise manner, verbally and in writing, including legal matters.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Understand and interpret the Municipal Code.
• Keep detailed, accurate filed notes and records for potential litigation.
• Work without immediate supervision.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain at time of appointment, a valid California Class C Driver’s License, and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
• Experience in municipal government code enforcement, building trades, or related field is desirable.
• May be required to obtain applicable certifications.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Applications must be submitted online. Employment application and supplemental questions must be completed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City application. Applicants must be specific in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating “See Resume” is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. If you submit multiple applications, only the most recent application will be considered. Application materials will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in the job announcement. Applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements and needs of the City, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Copies of the required certifications must be submitted with the application. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure continuing in the recruitment process. The selection process may include a written examination, a panel interview and other testing processes designated to predict successful job performance. It is the applicant’s responsibility to notify Human Resources of any changes to their contact information.

THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Baldwin Park is committed to promoting equal employment opportunity to all without regard to political affiliation or opinion, age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, marital status, disability, medical condition, gender, pregnancy, or pregnancy related condition. Please note: If you require an accommodation during the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract for employment. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

REASONABLE ACCOMADATION

The City of Baldwin Park is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process must specify the accommodations needed, in writing, at the time when the employment application is submitted.

LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new hire employees to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States within three (3) business days beginning with the first day of work. The City is legally prohibited from employing anyone who cannot provide such verification or documentation.

PROVISIONS

The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provision contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening). The City of Baldwin Park utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.

City of Baldwin Park

Evelyn Reynaga Human Resources Technician

(626) 960-4011, extension 114

“The City of Baldwin Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer”

RETIREMENT
CLASSIC MEMBERS

• 2.7% @ 55 formula
• Employee pays 8% of CalPERS employee contribution

PEPRA MEMBERS
2% @ 60 formula
Employee pays 5.5% of CalPERS employee contribution

MEDICAL & DENTAL INSURANCE

• City will contribute to $1,600/mo
• Up to $200.00/Mo of the balance can be taken as additional compensation or deferred compensation

VISION INSURANCE (Vision Service Plan)

• City will contribute up to a maximum premium cost of $32.12/ mo

LIFE INSURANCE (The Standard Insurance)

• City shall provide a $50,000 term life and AD&D insurance.
• Additional term life and AD&D insurance , paid by EE

SHORT/LONG TERM DISABILITY (The Standard Insurance)

• City pays 100% of the employee premium
• Max benefit of 66 2/3 of their current base salary up to $8,100/ mo max
• 30 day waiting period

DEFERRED COMPENSATION

• City contributes 2% of employee’s unadjusted biweekly base salary into a City sponsored deferred compensation plan.

HOLIDAYS

• 4/10 schedule will receive two (2) ten (10) hour days of floating leave, for a total of 110 hours
• 3/12 schedule will receive one (1) twelve (12) hour day of floating leave, for a total of 120 hours
• 5/40 schedule will receive three (3) eight (8) hour days of floating leave, for a total of 104 hours

*In lieu of MLK Day, each EE shall receive one (1) ten (10) hour day of floating leave, regardless of whether the EE is on the 4/10 schedule, the 3/12 schedule or the 5/40 schedule, each fiscal year

HOLIDAY BANK

• Employee may accumulate up to a max of one hundred (100) hours
• Payout of unused hours in excess of 100 will be removed from the employee’s holiday bank hours accrual on January 1 and paid in their straight time hourly rate no later than June 30

SICK LEAVE & INCENTIVE PROGRAM

• Accrue 3.693 hours for each pay period
• The maximum accrual 300 hours, 600 hours or 900 hours
• Excess hours will be removed from the EE sick leave hours accrual, calculated at their straight time hourly rate, paid at no less or no more than 50% of the total value paid in December

VACATION

• 1-5 years, 3.6923 PP (accrual =96 hours, max 192)
• 5-10 years, 4.6153 PP (accrual=120 hours, max 240)
• 10-15 years, 5.5384 PP (accrual =144 hours, max 288)
• 15-20 years, 6.4615 PP (accrual= 168 hours, max 336)
• 20 years, 7.3846 PP (accrual =192 hours, max 384)

COMPENSATORY TIME

• Cap of one hundred and fifty (150) hours placed on compensatory time off
• EE bank shall be reduced to seventy five (75) hours or less on or before December 31st

BILINGUAL PAY

• $150.00 per month for Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese, Tagalog, and Sign Language

SPECIALTY ASSIGNMENT

• EE to train other EE will receive training pay at $150/ mo not to exceed four (4) months
• Compensating January 1, 2015, a trainer who has been employed ten (10) years or more, will receive $200/ mo not exceed four (4) months
• The Chief may authorize an additional two (2) months of training
• The following positions are eligible for pay; Dispatch Trainer, Records Trainer, Parking Enforcement Trainer
• Jail Searches: $150/mo
• Detective Bureau Secretary: $150/mo

EDUCATION/ POST CERTIFICATE

• AA/AS degree will receive $100 per month
• BS/BA degree will receive $200 per month

POST CERTIFICATE

• P.O.S.T Supervisory Certificate will receive $310/ mo

UNIFORM/ EQUIPMENT ALLOWANCE

• The city will provide $500.00 per fiscal year

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT

• Amount not to exceed $1,500 per fiscal year

FUNERAL

• EE killed while in the course and scope of employment during scheduled hours of work the city will pay up to $10,000 in funeral expenses

COMPUTER LOAN PROGRAM

• Up to $1,500 interest free loan and payroll deduction

01

Completion of the following supplemental questionnaire is REQUIRED. The information you provide will be evaluated to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the recruitment process. Please be detailed and include all information requested. Comments such as “see resume” or “see application” are not valid responses. All submitted information is subject to verification at any time during the recruitment and selection process. Falsification of any information or failure to complete this questionnaire as instructed may result in disqualification. I understand and will abide by the above information and instructions (Please type your full name.)

02

Do you possess a High School Diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a valid California Class C Driver’s License or have the ability to obtain at time of appointment?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have experience in municipal government code enforcement, building trades, or related field?

• Yes
• No

05

If you answered “yes” to the previous questions, briefly explain your experience as it relates to municipal government, code enforcement, building trades, or related field.If you answered “no”, please type N/A.

Required Question