Code Compliance Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $113,817.60 - $170,705.60 Annually
Location : Camarillo, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-00022
Department: Community Development
Opening Date: 07/23/2026
Closing Date: 8/2/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY IS OPEN TO CURRENT CITY OF CAMARILLO EMPLOYEES ONLY.
ABOUT THE CITYNestled in the heart of Ventura County, just minutes from California's scenic coastline, Camarillo offers a unique blend of small-town charm, a vibrant community spirit, and an exceptional quality of life as a forward-thinking and innovative local government, we are dedicated to delivering outstanding service while fostering a dynamic, empowered workforce that reflects the high standard to the community we serve.Discover more about us and our organizational culture here.
BENEFITS
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THE POSITION
The City of Camarillo is seeking a collaborative, solutions oriented professional to serve as its next Code Compliance Manager. The ideal candidate will possess at least two years of code compliance experience and demonstrated experience successfully supervising and managing personnel. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of code enforcement principles, applicable laws and regulations, and best practices for achieving compliance through education, communication, and problem-solving.
The ideal candidate will be an effective communicator who excels at building positive working relationships with residents, business owners, community stakeholders, City staff, and department leadership. This individual will communicate clearly, professionally, and proactively, ensuring supervisors are kept informed of significant issues, emerging trends, and division activities.
The successful candidate will be committed to providing exceptional customer service and will approach code compliance with a balanced philosophy that emphasizes education, voluntary compliance, and practical solutions whenever appropriate. They will possess a positive attitude, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate challenging situations with professionalism, empathy, and consistency.
The ideal candidate will also be a creative thinker who can develop innovative and effective solutions to complex code compliance issues. They will be comfortable managing competing priorities, fostering collaboration across departments, and identifying opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and service delivery.
Strong leadership skills are essential. The successful candidate will effectively manage and develop staff, promote accountability, provide mentorship and coaching, and cultivate a positive team culture built on professionalism, respect, and continuous improvement.
Above all, the City seeks a candidate who demonstrates integrity, responsiveness, sound decision-making, and a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for the Camarillo community.
Directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the activities and operations of the Code Compliance Division within the Community Development Department; coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies; and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Director and Assistant Director, Community Development.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
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EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES
Education and Experience:
Equivalent to the completion of a bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience in a related field.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
• Operational characteristics, services, and activities of a comprehensive municipal code compliance program.
• Principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including current land use, zoning, municipal, and applicable building codes as they apply to code compliance.
• City services and organizational structure as they relate to code compliance.
• Procedures involved in the enforcement of codes and regulations including methods and techniques of conducting and documenting field investigations.
• Legal actions applicable to code compliance.
• Court procedures and evidence code.
• Federal and state search and seizure laws.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Effective customer service and public relations practices.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Methods and techniques of business correspondence and technical report preparation.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Geographic features and locations within the area are described.
Ability to:
• Oversee and participate in the management of a comprehensive code compliance program.
• Oversee, direct, and coordinate the work of lower-level staff.
• Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
• Participate in the development and administration of division goals, objectives, and procedures.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.
• Prepare and administer budgets.
• Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
• Prepare clear and concise technical reports.
• Maintain complex logs, records, and files.
• Research, compile, and collect data.
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Interpret and apply applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations related to zoning, nuisance abatement, and health and safety issues.
• Inspect and identify violations of applicable codes and ordinances.
• Enforce pertinent codes, ordinances, laws, and regulations with impartiality and efficiency.
• Respond to inquiries, complaints, and requests for service in a fair, tactful, and firm manner.
• Investigate complaints and mediate resolutions in a timely and tactful manner.
• Manage conflict and develop effective resolutions to problems.
• Prepare accurate and detailed documentation of investigation findings.
• Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Utilize current technological tools and applications, such as tablets and related software.
• Prepare and conduct presentations to groups of varying sizes.
• Make oral presentations and testify in court.
• Represent the City in a professional manner in dealing with staff, citizens, news media, and other agencies and groups.
• Read and interpret maps, plans, and legal descriptions.
• Utilize public relations techniques in responding to inquiries and complaints.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective professional working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office and field environment; to stand, stoop, reach, bend, kneel, squat, climb ladders, and walk on uneven terrain, loose soil, and sloped surfaces; to lift and/or carry light weights; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; ability to operate a vehicle to travel to various locations; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a standard office setting with travel to different sites and locations; may be exposed to noise, dust, inclement weather conditions, and potentially hostile environments.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The City of Camarillo is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, or other factors. We believe in fostering an inclusive work environment where employees feel valued, respected and empowered.
Disaster Services Assignments
As public employees, we play an enhanced role in the event of a disaster or other emergency in our community. You will be registered as a disaster services worker, and you will be issued a disaster services identification card. In the event of a disaster or other emergency, make sure that your family is safe and secure first, then report to your assigned emergency location. Temporary employees generally do not receive disaster services assignments.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email and spam regularly throughout the recruitment process. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view the correspondence.
FOR FIRST CONSIDERATION, CITY APPLICATION AND RESPONSES TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE RECEIVED BY THE LISTED CLOSING DATE AND TIME. TENTATIVE INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD THE WEEK OF AUGUST 10.

• Retirement - All regular employees are enrolled in CalPERS. "Classic" members: 2% @ 55; City pays the employee contribution. "PEPRA" members: 2% @ 62; employee contributes 8.25% of salary.
• Social Security - The City does not participate in Social Security. Receiving a CalPERS benefit may affect your Social Security upon retirement. For further information contact a Social Security office or www.socialsecurity.gov/form1945.
• Medicare - Employees hired after April 1, 1986 are required to contribute 1.45% of earnings, with an equal amount paid by the City.
• Defined Contribution - The City contributes 7% of employee's gross salary to a 401a Plan.
• Deferred Compensation - Employees have the option to contribute to a 457 Plan up to the maximum allowed by law.
• Health Insurance - The City contributes $162 per month towards a selection of plans. Health insurance is effective the first of the month after date of hire.
• Flex Benefit/Cafeteria Plan - $3,175 monthly, which may be applied toward health insurance premiums. Unused money may be taken as cash, payable twice a month.
• Dental/Vision Insurance - City pays premium for employees and dependents. Dental/Vision insurance is effective the first of the month after date of hire.
• Life Insurance - City-paid term life insurance equal to the employee's annual salary, plus $5,000, rounded up to next $5,000 and dependent life insurance of $2,000 per dependent, is provided.
• Short/Long Term Disability - City pays premium for employees. Eligibility period: 0 days for injury/hospitalization or 7 days for an illness.
• Retirement Health Savings (RHS) Plan - Investment vehicle funded by employee contributions to pay for medical benefits upon retirement or separation from the City. Mandatory participation for all employees.
• Holidays - 12 days plus 3 floating holidays (24 hours) per year.
• Management Leave - Executive and mid-management exempt employees receive 40-88 hours per year.
• Vacation - Vacation is determined by number of years of service. (0-4 years = 80 hrs; 5-9 years = 120 hrs; 10-14 years = 160 hrs; 15+ years = 168-200 hrs).
• Sick Leave - 96 hours per year.
• Comprehensive Annual Leave (CAL) - Sanitary District Only. Combined vacation, sick and floating holiday leaves. (0-4 yrs = 160 hrs; 5-9 yrs = 200 hrs; 10-14 yrs = 240 hrs; 15+ yrs = 248-288 hrs)

Benefits listed may not reflect all benefits offered. Not all benefits apply to all positions. Regular, part-time employees receive pro-rated benefits. Additional information is available by contacting Human Resources.
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The supplemental questionnaire is part of the examination process for this position and will be used in determining your qualifications. In order to receive every consideration in the selection process you must complete all the questions with concise yet detailed answers and provide all the requested information. The experience you indicate in your response to the supplemental questions must also be described in detail, on the Work Experience section of your Employment Application. Failure to complete the "Work Experience" section of the employment application may result in your application not being considered. The hiring department may review each answer to evaluate your qualifications. Responses such as "See Resume" or "See Application" will result in disqualification and will not be considered further.By continuing in the recruitment process, you are certifying that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge. If you are selected to continue in the recruitment process, your qualifications may be evaluated through employment verification, reference checks and written, skill assessment, and oral examinations.Select "Yes" to acknowledge that you have read and understand this statement.

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Describe your code compliance experience, including the types of cases you have managed and your responsibilities. Provide a specific example of a complex code compliance case you handled. In your response, explain the nature of the violation, the challenges involved, the steps you took to achieve compliance, how you communicated with the property owner and the final outcome.
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Describe your exper