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GoLawEnforcement.com

Code Enforcement Officer

Pay: $71,240/yr

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/12/2026

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An Animal Control Officer works for a police department or public safety agency and responds to calls for help with abandoned or mistreated animals. Assists with capturing wild animals found in city neighborhoods or populated areas.

$62,685 / year median in California

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Job Description

Code Enforcement Officer Job Type:

Full Time Rancho Santa Margarita, CA Rancho Santa Margarita Police Department Salary:

$34.25 per hour

Closing Date:

August 7, 2026

Position Summary:

The Code Enforcement Officer performs a variety of inspection and municipal code enforcement duties with particular emphasis in achieving compliance with all provisions of the zoning ordinance, and City Code. Under general supervision, investigates and enforces the municipal code in areas of public welfare, safety, public nuisance, sanitation and health, building, housing, zoning and other ordinances.

Essential Functions:

Conducts site visits to investigate complaints regarding code violations Identifies violations relating to a variety of codes and regulations Works with the public in a positive and cooperative manner to encourage voluntary compliance with codes Issues citations in accordance with applicable laws Process plans and permit applications for review Calculate plan check and permitting fees Schedule inspections Maintains accurate case files

Requirements:

Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade; and two years of experience with frequent public interaction and enforcement activities. Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License and have a satisfactory driving record. Code Enforcement Officer Certification from the American Association of Code Enforcement (AACE) or California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO).

P.C. 832

certification.

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