Community Revitalization Specialist

• Job Description

  Position Description
  
  Come and join the City of Fresno in achieving our mission of Building a Better Fresno!
  
  Under supervision, performs office and fieldwork related to the development of positive neighborhood relations and interactions through a variety of community-building tools, inspection and enforcement of applicable codes and ordinances, and may be assigned to a specific program activity. Enforce regulations, ordinances and laws, work with vacant and blighted homes and commercial businesses, zoning enforcement, public nuisance.
  
  Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
  
  Conducts field inspections/investigations regarding housing, code and environmental
  health programs; may be assigned to a specialty team or program.
  
  Applies and conveys information, policies, procedures, rules, regulations and
  ordinances to the public.
  
  Meets with citizens and property owners, and encourages compliance within
  established codes; provides relevant resource information.
  
  Participates in the inspection of residential and commercial properties for compliance
  within applicable codes.
  
  Issues citations for violations of City, State and applicable codes.
  
  Carries a police radio and works closely with the Police Department and other agencies when serving inspection and abatement warrants.
  
  Gathers meaningful evidence, contacts responsible persons, and prepares and/or
  composes letters regarding noncompliance issues.
  
  Performs follow-up inspections/investigations to determine if remedial action has been
  taken or if subsequent action needs to be taken.
  
  Consults with property owners and tradespersons on methods of repair.
  
  Appears as an expert witness during hearings, municipal judicial hearings, and court.
  
  Compiles and prepares reports and documentation on activities; maintains records.
  
  May attend community functions and events, and participate in community outreach
  programs.
  
  Will undergo a 3-week module training course to obtain certification to become a certified Code Enforcement Officer through the California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO).
  
  Full job description available at:
  
  https://www.fresno.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/JS-Community-Revitalization-Spec.pdf
  
  View We Work for You video to get an inside look at how rewarding it is to work for the City of Fresno:
  
  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWD7feQKh68
  
  Multiple vacancies currently exist with the City of Fresno. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.
  
  Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule
  
  PAY, BENEFITS & WORK SCHEDULE
  UNIT 3 Classification - The Fresno City Employees Association, Inc. (FCEA)
  
  HEALTH INSURANCE: The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.
  FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.
  DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.
  VACATION LEAVE: Accrue 8 - 14.66 hours per month based on years of service.
  SICK LEAVE: Eight (8) hours per month, available after 90 days
  SUPPLEMENTAL SICK- 40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum
  HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.
  SHORT TERM DISABILITY: Provided through California SDI program.
  BILINGUAL PREMIUM: PAY: $100 per month
  HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free.
  RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other CA public agencies. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.
  DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.
  
  Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1
  
  The Requirements
  
  Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and does not assure a place on the eligibility list.
  
  Completion of sixty (60) college units from an accredited college or university.
  
  AND
  
  Two (2) years of experience involving the interpretation and application of codes and/or standards. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis, with thirty units equaling one year of experience.
  
  A copy of degree or college transcripts must be uploaded and included in your on-line application for verification. Applicants lacking the documentation may be rejected if relying upon education to meet the Minimum Requirements.
  
  Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required during the entire term of employment as a Community Revitalization Specialist. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record.
  
  Possession of a California Association of Code Enforcement Officer (CACEO) certificate is desirable.
  
  The selected eligible candidates certified will be required to successfully pass a Department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment with the City of Fresno.
  
  How To Apply
  
  APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION. PLEASE VISIT www.fresno.gov/jobs. TO APPLY. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view "Instruction Guide" on the City's website, Personnel Services Career Opportunities page, or call (559) 621-6950 for assistance. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.
  
  ALL CORRESPONDENCE regarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. All applicants will acknowledge such understanding when they complete their on-line application. Verify we have your correct e-mail address before you submit your application. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email frequently to ensure they receive all pertinent communication from the Personnel Services Department on a timely basis. Applicants will receive an automatically generated confirmation e-mail upon a successful application submittal. The e-mail is the only proof of submittal.
  
  It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email account and to ensure it is set up to accept emails from the City of Fresno. Dependent upon your settings, notices from the City of Fresno may be directed to the "junk mail" or "spam" folders. It is the applicant's responsibility to check these folders
  
  Applications must be submitted by midnight on the filing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason. FOR THIS RECRUITMENT, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT PERMANENT FRESNO CITY EMPLOYEES APPLY THROUGH PEOPLESOFT SELF SERVICE.
  
  Selection Process
  
  The examination process may consist of the following:
  
  Written Examination: 100%: A job-related written examination may be administered which may test a candidate's interpersonal relations and customer service skills, computer software usage, record keeping, English usage and grammar, reading comprehension, math, safety, and report writing.
  
  The written examination has been tentatively scheduled for the week of October 21, 2024.
  
  Veteran Preference Regulations
  
  Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score.
  
  Additional Information
  
  ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  
  HOW TO ATTACH DOCUMENTS TO OUR ONLINE APPLICATION:
  
  1. Your document must first be scanned and saved to a computer or thumb drive (save as the document name.)
  
  2. Then go to www.fresno.gov/jobs > City of Fresno Jobs > Apply On-Line.
  
  3. Enter the same Login Information (Username & Password) that is going to be used for the job you are applying to.
  
  4. Under the section My Career Tools (located towards the top of the page), Select Cover Letters & Attachments, and then Add Attachments towards the bottom.
  
  5. For Attachment Type, choose the most appropriate option (i.e. DIPLOMA/TRANSCRIPTS or DD214.) *If you do not see an appropriate choice, you may use Reference Attachments. Under Attachment Purpose, you can TYPE a description.
  
  6. Then Select Add Attachment and hit the Browse button to locate your attachment.
  
  7. Once you have selected your attachment, select Open, hit Upload and then Save & Return.
  
  Equal Opportunity Employer
  
  The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.
  
  Closing Date/Time: 10/02/2024

• ABOUT THE COMPANY

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  • City of Fresno

  The City of Fresno is the largest city in the San Joaquin Valley and the fifth largest city in California, with a population of more than 545,000 residents. Fresno is the financial core of the San Joaquin Valley, and its economy relies on its large-scale agricultural production. Revitalization of Downtown Fresno's core and the construction of High Speed Rail are two of many exciting projects that continue to successfully support Fresno's growing economy.

   Click HERE for a video about the great City of Fresno.

  Located in the geographical center of California, Fresno offers many sights. From fertile agricultural fields, an abundance of lakes, and the snowy Sierra Nevada mountain range, the scenic variety in Fresno is large. Fresno also features a diverse selection of dining, shopping, farmers markets, vibrant arts and culture, wineries, as well as a variety of attractions. With 300 days of sunshine a year, the climate in Fresno is the source of its agricultural productivity, and allows year-round recreational activities including sailing, snow and water skiing, fishing, backpacking, and golfing.

   

  Los Angeles is approximately four hours south and the San Francisco Bay Area is approximately three hours north. Fresno is located in proximity to three sites of natural beauty: Yosemite National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, and Sequoia National Park. Residents and visitors alike enjoy these scenes and others, including the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the Pacific Ocean.

  Another advantage to living in Fresno is the exceptional housing that is available at lower price levels than California's other large metropolitan areas. There are four large school districts in the Fresno area: Fresno Unified, Central Unified, Sanger Unified and Clovis Unified. Fresno is the home of California State University, Fresno, as well as a number of other colleges and universities.

  The people of Fresno enjoy a wide variety of social, cultural, athletic, educational and recreational activities in an affordable and clean living environment.

  City Government

  Fresno is a full-service charter city operating under a strong mayor form of government. There are seven Council Members. The Council appoints the City Attorney and the City Clerk. The Mayor is elected at- large and does not serve on the Council, but has veto power over certain actions taken by the City Council. The City Manager, who is appointed by the Mayor, is responsible for appointing all other department heads in the City

   

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