Code Enforcement Officer I
Salary
$52,374.40 - $70,179.20 Annually
Location
Throughout San Bernardino County, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
26-10020-01
Department
Land Use Services
Opening Date
07/18/2026
Closing Date
7/31/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
The Job
San Bernardino County - Land Use Services Department, Code Enforcement Division, is recruiting for Code Enforcement Officers I, who, under training conditions, are responsible for field and office work relating to public nuisance, vehicle, housing, and land use ordinance enforcement. Code Enforcement Officers work with minimal supervision while in the field. Code Enforcement Officers conduct investigations and property surveys and speak with property owners regarding compliance with permits and codes. Additional duties include maintaining records, reports, and other evidence, as well as researching and compiling supporting data.
Positions may be assigned to a 4/10 schedule depending on business needs.
Promotion: Code Enforcement Officers I are eligible for promotion to Code Enforcement Officer II ($68,536- $94,203 Annually) upon meeting the minimum requirements of the higher class, receiving a satisfactory work performance evaluation, successful completion of training, and possession of the required certifications. Incumbents must be promoted within 24 months or be terminated.
For more detailed information, review the Code Enforcement Officer I job description.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS
To review job specific benefits, refer to:
Summary of Benefits
Memoranda of Understanding
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
Land Use Services Department, Code Enforcement administers programs designed to protect the publics safety, welfare, and property value through enforcement of San Bernardino County ordinances and State/Federal laws relating to land use, zoning, housing, public nuisances and vehicle abatement within the unincorporated areas of the county.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Background: Applicant must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment.
Assignment: Positions typically report to San Bernardino, Hesperia, or Joshua Tree locations and are required to travel throughout their assigned region and the County as needed. Candidates must be willing to accept any assignment based on department needs.
Travel: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
Availability: Positions are subject to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and call-back work.
Physical Requirements: Requires frequent climbing, kneeling, crawling, lifting, and carrying of items weighing up to 25 pounds.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is unable to consider candidates who require Visa Sponsorship at this time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States.
Certifications: Incumbents must obtain and maintain PC832 certification within 24 months. Incumbents must obtain and maintain certification by a department-recognized Association of Code Enforcement Officers organization (i.e., CACEO or ICC) within 24 months.
Minimum Requirements
Candidates must meet one of the following options in order to qualify:
OPTION 1Twelve (12) months (full-time equivalent) experience interpreting, explaining, and enforcing rules and regulations for a public agency.
OPTION 2
Twelve (12) months (full-time equivalent) experience interpreting and explaining code enforcement, planning, or land use rules and regulations.
OPTION 3
Twenty (20) semester/thirty (30) quarter units of completed college coursework from an accredited college or university in inspection/construction technology, planning, land use, police science, criminal justice or a related field; -- OR -- possession of a completed Associates Degree (or higher).
OPTION 4 Six (6) months (full-time equivalent) experience working within San Bernardino County Land Use Services, Code Enforcement Division performing a variety of duties in support of code enforcement activities.
Note on education: Qualifying degrees and/or coursework must be conferred by institutions accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Degrees earned outside the United States must be accompanied by an evaluation from a recognized credential evaluation service verifying U.S. equivalency.
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be results-oriented and self-motivated, with effective customer interaction, especially on difficult issues. Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to learn quickly is highly desired.
Selection Process
Examination Procedure:
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
Application Procedure:
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before 5:00 PM PST, FRIDAY, JULY 31, 2026. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans Preference:
Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans Preference Policy.
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
Technical & Inspection Unit
San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits* for more information
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information.
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PLEASE READ THE BELOW STATEMENT
Instructions: The information provided on your application and in your responses to the following Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this position. It is in your best interest to be as thorough as possible in your responses. Resumes will NOT be reviewed to determine qualifications. Applicants will not be able to update their application materials or answers to the questionnaire once the application has been submitted. Note: Experience listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.
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This position is subject to work in the evenings, weekends, holidays and call back work. Are you willing to work the above mentioned schedules/shifts?
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Must be willing to accept any assignment as needed based on department needs. Incumbents work in the field and are typically assigned to a geographic area but may provide coverage to other areas as needed. Preferences for assignment will be taken into consideration whenever possible. Are you willing to work any assignment/area as needed?
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Geographic Preference: Indicate your first preference for assignment in the following geographic areas: San Bernardino, Hesperia, Joshua Tree. If no preference, please Select in "No Preference."
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Minimum Requirement: Indicate which qualifying option you meet below:
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Experience: If you are qualifying under Option 1 or 2, identify the employer where your qualifying experience was obtained, and describe the types of rules, regulations, and codes you were responsible for interpreting and explaining, and your methods for enforcing compliance. Experience listed here must be included in the work history section of the application. Write "N/A" if no experience.
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Education: If you are qualifying under Option 3 (coursework) OR possess an Associates degree or higher, ensure the education section of your application is fully completed, and indicate possession of degree below. In your response, include the school you attended, your degree type, and major. Example: Chaffey College, Associate degree, Criminal Justice.
If you do not possess a degree, list your completed coursework and be sure to include the following: School, Course Title, Course Number, and Number of Units (semester or quarter). Only list courses required or related to the position. Example: Crafton, Intro to Fire Science, FS100, 3 semester units.
Transcripts may be attached to application in lieu of listing coursework in this section. Applicants may do this by scanning attachments and uploading them into the application.
Failure to submit all requested information may result in disqualification or adversely affect the evaluation of your application.
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Customer Service: Describe your experience providing customer service to the general public. In your response, include the name of your employer, dates of employment, and customer service duties performed. If you do not possess any related experience, indicate "N/A" in the answer field.
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Certification: Do you possess the Penal Code Section 832 certification? (Not a disqualifying factor)
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Certification: Are you currently enrolled in preparation courses to obtain the California Association of Code Enforcement Officers certification (CACEO) -OR - the International Code Council (ICC) Building Inspector Certification -OR - equivalent? If yes, indicate the school and course name(s).
If none, indicate "N/A."
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
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Note: If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your www.governmentjobs.com (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.
Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
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Employer San Bernardino County
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