SENIOR CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER

Salary : $90,405.48 - $113,654.28 Annually
Location : Visalia, CA
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Number: 02224
Department: PLANNING AND COMMUNITY PRESERV
Division: CODE ENFORCEMENT
Opening Date: 11/10/2026
Closing Date: 11/24/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Description

The City of Visalia is recruiting for Senior Code Enforcement Officer. Please click here for more information and the recruitment announcement.
THE POSITION

The selected Sr. Code Enforcement Officer will perform a variety of field and office work in support of the City's Code Enforcement program which will include; lead supervision; trains and evaluates professional and technical subordinates, acts on behalf of Neighborhood Preservation Manager as assigned, perform specialized complex functions which may include conducting code enforcement investigations along with law enforcement agencies; performing plan checks and site plan review of submitted plans for current and proposed projects, attending administrative hearings; or performing other specialized complex assignments. This position will be expected to coordinate and work collaboratively with other departments and divisions.

Qualifications / Requirements
IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will possess a high level of professionalism, sound knowledge of California Building Codes, California Health and Safety Code, municipal code enforcement, abatement processes and planning, zoning and land use. The ideal candidate will be a self-driven individual, willing to take on new challenges, and able to effectively supervise and communicate with coworkers, supervisors, support staff, and outside stakeholders to successfully resolve violations. The ideal candidate will also have excellent customer service skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse population.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge, skill and ability is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skill and abilities would be:

• Three (3) years experience equivalent to Code Enforcement Officer.
• College level course work or specialized training in building codes, environmental science or related field is desirable.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid California Class C Driver's License.
• Code Enforcement Officer Certification issued by California Code Enforcement Officer Association.
• Possession of P.C. 832 certificate.

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Additional Information

SELECTION PROCESS
Application and supplemental materials will be evaluated and applicants who appear to be most qualified will be invited to participate in a job-related interview and/or examination process. Successful candidates may be required to pass a background, physical examination, and/or drug screen.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITSThe City of Visalia offers a competitive total compensation package that includes:
Monthly Salary: $7,534 -$9,471
CalPERS retirement program
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Onsite City Health and Wellness Clinic (no out of pocket expenses)
Longevity Pay
Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave and much more...

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EXPERIENCE VISALIA. ENHANCE YOUR LIFE.
If work-life balance is important to you, consider living in a thriving community that offers the most affordable housing in California with a typical commute time of less than 20 minutes. With a population of over 148,000, Visalia offers small town charm with metropolitan amenities. Visalia has a world class health care system, our own Sequoia Symphony Orchestra, a flourishing arts community, a minor league baseball team, a downtown convention center, and numerous fine dining establishments.

As the Tulare County seat, Visalia is the principal retail center in the region, and home to several large industrial employers. Visalia has a vibrant downtown district, safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, institutions for higher learning, and low cost of living. The City has many community parks, organized team sports, a municipal golf course and private country club, a multi-sport family-oriented regional sports park, and numerous outdoor and recreational activities.

Located in the heart of California's San Joaquin Valley, Visalia offers easy access to the nearby mountains, national parks, lakes and rivers which provide year-round opportunities for sports and recreation within an hour or less. Visalia was ranked as the top Central Valley community and one of seven California cities in the top 25 of Gallup Sharecare's latest State of American Well Being Index. Our strong sense of community and social well-being keeps Visalians happy, healthy and moving forward. Come discover all Visalia has to offer!