Job Details

Are you looking for a place to grow your career and knowledge?

If so, Cathedral City's Code Compliance division may be the right place for you!

DEPARTMENT: CODE COMPLIANCE

BARGAINING UNIT: AFSCME

HOURLY PAY

Code Compliance Officer I ($27.3546 - $35.8064)
Code Compliance Officer II ($31.6649 - $41.4483)

INCENTIVES MAY INCLUDE:

• $85 per pay period – bilingual stipend
• $100/month – uniform allowance
• 5% – shift differential
• Wellness reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and much more!

CLOSING DATE: January 2, 2026
Applications reviewed as submitted. Apply immediately!

Human Resources reserves the right to modify the recruitment timeline, including extending the application period, accelerating the selection process, or adjusting any deadlines.

The City of Cathedral City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the citizens we serve. We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented individuals from a diverse candidate pool.

The ideal candidate: under general supervision, performs technical work in the investigation and enforcement of City codes, ordinances, and abatement regulations; performs related work as assigned.

WORK SCHEDULE: Must be available to work any shift, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

To Qualify for Code Compliance Officer I - Range 690 ($27.3546 - $35.8064 per hour)

• Equivalent to graduation from high school
• Two years of experience in code enforcement, compliance, public administration, investigative research, municipal operations, or a related field that involves interpreting and applying regulations, conducting research, or providing direct public service and enforcement support.

To Qualify for Code Compliance Officer II - Range 750 ($31.6649 - $41.4483 per hour)

• In addition to the above, two years of experience enforcing a variety of municipal codes, ordinances and regulations at a level equivalent to the City's classification of Code Compliance Officer I.

Additional Requirements

• Possession of, or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment, a California Penal Code Section 832 Certificate.
• Possess and maintain a valid and appropriate California Driver's License and maintain a satisfactory driving record.

CANDIDATE SELECTION PROCESS

1. Application Review: A completed City of Cathedral City employment application and resume is required. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification. Application review will begin immediately and will be screened on the basis of relevant education, training, and experience.
2. Examination Phase: Based upon the information presented on the application, a limited number of candidates who possess qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include but is not limited to the following components: application review and evaluation, written examination or exercise, and interview evaluation.
3. Establishment of Eligibility List: Candidates who successfully complete the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list pending further review by the department head and other qualifying procedures.

Notifications will be sent by email only (regardless of the notification preference selected during the on-line application process) to the email listed on your on-line application.

All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully passing all components of the pre-employment process which may include, but is not limited to: comprehensive background check, criminal history check (livescan fingerprint check), and post-offer medical evaluation with a drug screen.

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