-Job Class Specifications-

City of West Covina

Classified
Class Specification
January 2002
COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT OFFICER

Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Senior Community Enhancement Officer, patrols the City for violations of the Municipal Code; interprets and explains laws and regulations to the general public to gain conformation; issues notices and orders of compliance; recommends legal prosecution of persons who fail to respond; files complaints with the District Attorney; appears in court for the City and does related work.

Essential Functions

1. Assists the Senior Community Enhancement officer in enforcement of City zoning ordinances and City business license requirements.
   
   
2. Canvasses for violations, investigates violations and complaints, and, when necessary, initiates legal action to gain compliance.
   
   
3. Works closely with all City departments in enforcement matters as well as county and state offices.
   
   
4. Acts as a representative of the City in court, and as the liaison between the City and the City Prosecutor.
   
   
5. Serves in a community relations capacity by providing members of the public with information regarding municipal code requirements and servicing complaints as they arise.
   
   
6. Accurately maintains all records necessary to carry on the functions of the job.
   
   
7. Performs other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
Required Knowledges

Knowledge of: Municipal government and ability to deal positively with people under negative conditions; promote cooperation with, and understanding of, ordinance requirements.

Ability to: Maintain close liaison with other City departments, county, and state offices; maintain current and accurate records and prepare cases for court hearings; gain good working knowledge of City laws, ordinances, procedures, and methods used to obtain voluntary or legal compliance of violations.

Experience: Two (2) years' experience in a position dealing extensively with the public, preferably including the explanation of codes and regulations. Demonstrated ability to communicate well orally and in writing, and to get along with people, using tact and diplomacy.

License: Possession of a Class C California Driver's License.

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