Code Enforcement Officer II
Salary
$68,536.00 - $94,203.20 Annually
Location
Throughout San Bernardino County, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
26-10021-01
Department
Land Use Services
Opening Date
07/18/2026
Closing Date
7/31/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
The Job
Land Use Services is recruiting for experienced Code Enforcement Officers II, who are responsible for field and office work relating to public nuisance, vehicle abatement, housing, and land use ordinance enforcement. Code Enforcement Officers work with minimal supervision while in the field, conduct investigations and property surveys, and speak with property owners regarding permit and code compliance. Additional duties include maintaining records, reports, and other evidence; researching and compiling supporting data; and testifying in administrative, civil and criminal proceedings.
Positions may be assigned to a 4/10 schedule depending on business needs.
List will be used to fill current vacancies throughout the County and new vacancies as they arise. Positions typically report to San Bernardino, Hesperia, or Joshua Tree locations and are required to travel throughout their assigned region and throughout the County as needed.
For more detailed information, review the Code Enforcement Officer II job description.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS
To review job-specific benefits, refer to:
Summary of Benefits
Memoranda of Understanding (MOU)
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
Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, candidate must undergo a background check, which includes fingerprinting and a medical exam.
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 throughout employment.
Location: Employees must be willing to accept any assignment as required by department needs. Employees work in the field and are typically assigned to a geographic area, but may provide coverage to other areas as needed.
Work Schedule: Positions are subject to evening, weekend, holiday, and call-back work. Employees must be available for all shifts.
Physical: Duties require frequent climbing, kneeling, crawling, lifting, and carrying of items up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
Certificate: Must possess and maintain PC 832 certification. Failure to comply may result in termination.
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.
Minimum Requirements
Candidates must meet one (1) of the Certification options AND one (1) of the Experience options to qualify.
CERTIFICATION OPTIONSCERTIFICATION OPTION 1
Possession of PC832 and Basic Certification issued by California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO) or equivalent.CERTIFICATION OPTION 2
Possession of PC832 and an International Code Council (ICC) Building Inspector Certification or other Code Enforcement related ICC certification or comparable certification from a similar agency.Certifications MUST be clearly detailed on the Certification section of your application.
EXPERIENCE OPTIONSEXPERIENCE OPTION 1
Two (2) years of full-time equivalent experience as a Code Enforcement Officer experience in a public agency, which includes investigating and interpreting code and ordinance violations related to fire hazards, public nuisance, land use, residential structures, commercial structures, and vehicles.
EXPERIENCE OPTION 2
One (1) year of the required Code Enforcement Officer experience as above AND two (2) additional years of full-time equivalent experience investigating and interpreting code and ordinance violations at a technical level in support of Code Enforcement Officers.
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess three years journey-level experience as a Code Enforcement Officer in California, with court testimony experience and strong experience with case files, including criminal citations, administrative citations, and other supporting documentation. This ideal candidate will be results-oriented and self-motivated, with effective customer interaction, especially on difficult issues. Excellent oral and written communication skills is a must.
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, as well as in a competitive evaluation of qualifications. 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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Qualifying Experience: Select the Experience Option which you qualify for.
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Certifications Options: Select the Certification Option which you qualify for.
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Specify your CACEO and/or ICC (or equivalent) certification(s), including certificate title, issuing organization and expiration date if applicable. (If no certification, indicate "N/A.")
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Work Schedule Requirement: This position is subject to work in the evenings, weekends, holidays and call back work. Are you willing to work the above-mentioned schedule?
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Location Assignment: Employees must be willing to accept any assignment as needed based on department needs. Employees 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 1st, 2nd, and 3rd preference for assignment in the following geographic areas: San Bernardino, Hesperia, Joshua Tree. If no preference, please write in "No Preference." Sample answer: 1st Preference: San Bernardino 2nd Preference: Hesperia 3rd Preference: Joshua Tree
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Code Enforcement Officer Experience: Describe your experience as a Code Enforcement Officer for a public agency. In your response, include the name of your employer, responsibilities, and the number and types of investigations you handle on a monthly basis. Employer must be listed in the work experience section of your application. If no experience, indicate "N/A."
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Field Investigations: Describe your experience with field investigations. Be sure to include the name of your employer, types of investigations, the number per day, the size of the area covered, and the number of hours per day in the field. Employer must be clearly listed in the work history section of your application. If no experience, indicate "N/A."
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Public Contact: Describe your experience assisting the public to comply with codes and ordinances. Include the name of your employer, your role, the follow-up performed, and approximate frequency of violation notices served. Employer must be clearly listed in the work history section of your application. If no experience, 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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For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Download the GMAIL guide and follow the steps to ensure you receive future emails from San Bernardino County.
Note: If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (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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San Bernardino, California, 92415-0440
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