Code Compliance Officer
Salary
$78,776.05 - $98,579.10 Annually
Location
City of Pasadena, CA
Job Type
2025 - REGULAR FULLTIME 40+ HRS A WK
Job Number
26-185
Department
Planning & Community Development
Opening Date
06/18/2026
Closing Date
7/9/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
The Planning and Community Development Department is excited to announce an opening for a Code Compliance Officer in the Code Compliance Division. Under general supervision, the incumbent ensures residential and commercial compliance with local zoning codes; enforces housing and property maintenance ordinances; noise and tree protections ordinances; and performs other related duties as assigned.
The Code Compliance Section maintains standards to preserve and enhance the quality of life in Pasadena by ensuring compliance with various regulations including building, land use, housing and property maintenance codes. Code Compliance also provides multi-family rental inspections and housing inspections of for-sale units.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
The ideal candidate is a creative thinker that will have experience enforcing and interpreting provisions of federal, state, and local codes including but not limited to property maintenance, tree preservation, public nuisances, and inoperative or abandoned vehicles, as well as knowledge of the Building Code, Health and Safety Code, and land use (zoning).
Essential Functions
The following list represents some of the essential functions of the position. Assignments may vary. For more detailed information, please refer to the job description.
Qualification Guidelines
CORE COMPETENCIES
The following list presents some of the core competencies for this position; see the job description for more detailed information:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
SELECTION PROCESS
The selection process will consist of any combination of application evaluation, written exam, oral panel interview, department interview and may be required to complete a brief soft-skills assessment during the selection process. The candidate assessment provides insight into core interpersonal skills, behavioral traits, and preferred work environment, helping us support your success in the role.
VACANCIES
There is currently one full-time positions in the Planning and Community Development Department which may be filled as a result of this selection process. As a result of the selection process, an eligible list of candidates will be established which will be used to fill this vacancy and other similar vacancies that may occur in the future.
Candidates selected for this position are subject to a one-year probationary work period.
Special Requirements
A Code Compliance Officer will be required to provide an operable passenger motor vehicle for the purpose of performing field inspections and other related duties.
Possession of a valid Class C California Drivers License is required at time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment.
PC832 certification must be completed prior to completion of probation. Proficiency in both housing and zoning code enforcement must be demonstrated prior to completion of probation.
This position may require periodic evening, late evening, or early morning inspections.
Retirement:
The City of Pasadena contracts with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) to offer a defined benefits program for eligible employees.
"New" CalPERS members are subject to the provisions of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) and receive the following benefit formula: 2% at 62
"Classic" members of CalPERS receive the following benefit formula: 2.5% at 55
Deferred Compensation:
The City offers a 457(b) deferred compensation plan to help employees save for their retirement and supplement their CalPERS pension. Employees can defer salary with pre-tax or Roth after-tax deductions.
Health Insurance:
The City contracts with CalPERS to offer several comprehensive health plans that include Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans and Preferred Provider Organization (PPO).
Other Benefits include:
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To further assist us with reviewing your qualifications, please answer the following questions. Please complete all sections of this form truthfully and completely. Your responses will be validated if you are considered one of the most qualified applicants. Although resumes will be accepted and evaluated, this form must be completed if the application is to be considered valid. Please select yes to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.
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Do you have a PC 832 certification?
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If you answered No to Question #2 above, please acknowledge that you understand you must possess the PC 832 by the end of probation as a condition of continued employment.
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Do you possess a valid California Class C Drivers License?
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Describe in detail the types of code violations you have cited and the process of rectifying a code violation.
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What best describes your years of experience in Zoning, Housing, Building Inspection, or related municipal code inspection work?
Required Question
Employer City of Pasadena
Address 100 N. Garfield Ave., Rm S135
P. O. Box 7115
Pasadena, California, 91109-7215
Phone (626) 744-4366
(626) 744-4366