Code Enforcement Officer II - Promotion Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/reno/jobs/newprint/5227013) Apply  Code Enforcement Officer II - Promotion Salary $76,044.80 - $107,036.80 Annually Location City of Reno, NV Job Type Full-Time Regular Job Number 914026P Department City Manager Opening Date 02/06/2026 Closing Date 2/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific + Description + Benefits + Questions Description **Promotional Opportunity** **This is an internal recruitment only for current qualified classified City of Reno Employees** The successful candidate in this position will inspect alleged violations of minimum housing standards and applicable zoning, nuisance, building, health and safety codes, ordinances, regulations and requirements. We currently have one vacancy in the Code Enforcement Department in which hiring will begin immediately following the close of this recruitment. This recruitment will also establish a list for future vacancies, which will be filled as they occur. This is an internal recruitment to provide a promotional opportunity for all qualified current classified City of Reno employees. The City of Reno is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to everyone. This commitment is an integral part of our efforts to ensure that we have a diverse and representative workforce that serves the community of Reno. Examples of Essential Functions + Respond to and investigate alleged violations of minimum housing standards and applicable zoning, nuisance, building, health and safety codes, ordinances, regulations and requirements; interview complainant and witnesses; document activities; collect photographic and other evidence of violations. + Inspect single and multi-family homes, industrial and commercial buildings, and vacant lots and properties to ensure compliance with applicable zoning, nuisance, building, health and safety codes, ordinances and regulations; issue notices of violation as necessary. + Conduct investigations to determine the approved conditional uses of property; research ownership and take action to enforce City codes; prepare staff reports and make presentations to the City Council, Neighborhood Advisory Boards, and Redevelopment Agency. + Patrol the City to detect hazardous or unpermitted sign installations. + Advise property owners, contractors, and other responsible parties of code violations and changes needed to conform with standards; conduct follow-up inspections to determine if code deficiencies have been resolved; issue notices of violation, administrative citations, misdemeanor citations, notices, and orders. + Procure, supervise, and document abatements. + Prepare records and reports for judicial proceedings; may testify in hearings and court cases. + Interpret and explain ordinances, laws, rules, regulations, and codes to citizens, businesses, and other entities. + Develop and foster proactive education and outreach programs to encourage community participation in code enforcement operations and reduce code enforcement violations. + Coordinate activities with federal, state, and local agencies. + Maintain a variety of accurate and detailed databases, logs, records, reports and files regarding inspection activities, code violations and resulting actions; prepare correspondence, documentation, routine reports and weekly status reports as required. + Perform related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications The following minimum qualifications are required to be met at the time of application. Education: Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent. Work Experience: Two years of increasingly responsible work experience in the enforcement of codes, regulations and ordinances related to building, zoning, and land use that would demonstrate the attainment of the knowledge, skills and abilities. Substitution: Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field may be substituted for up to one year of the required work experience. License and Certificate: + Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license. + Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid certification as a Code Enforcement Officer from the International Code Council (ICC) or American Association of Code Enforcement (AACE) within one year of employment. **Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.** Supplemental Information To Apply: Please submit your completed application and all additional information/documentation requested online atwww.reno.gov/jobsby February 15, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. PT. If a computer or mobile device is not available to you, suggested locations to complete an online application submittal include: the City of Reno City Hall 2nd floor computer kiosk or Civil Service Office, any Nevada Job Connect location, local libraries, or educational facilities. If you are having difficulty logging into your governmentjobs.comprofile, please call the applicant support line at 855-524-5627. Examination Process: Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and pass the examination for this position to be eligible for hire. The examination will consist of a Training and Experience evaluation (T&E) weighted at 100%. Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E) Details The T&E examination consists of a Supplemental Questionnaire. The questions may be viewed online under the tab marked"QUESTIONS" on the job announcement page. The T&E must be submitted online at the time of application. + Responses to your T&E questions should be consistent with the information given in your application details. Answers are subject to verification. + Failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score; therefore, it is advantageous for you to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. + In order to receive credit for education or training, you must attach copies of your transcripts, diploma, or relevant certificates to your online application. + Resumes or questionnaires uploaded as attachments to the application will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question online. + "See Resume" or "See above," etc., are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. + Changes or corrections to your responses cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. + TIP:It may be more efficient to develop your responses in a word processing document and then paste them into the online questionnaire to be submitted. Notification: Applicants are notified by email of their examination results. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications will also be notified within two weeks of the job posting closing. We highly recommend opting in to receive text message notifications. Follow-up text messages may include updates about your application, next steps, and interviews. If you haven’t opted in before, the option will appear before you submit your application. If you’ve previously opted in or out, you can update your choice anytime in account settings in yourgovernmentjobs.comprofile. Testing Accommodation: We strive to ensure equal access for all individuals. If you require an accommodation due to a disability, you must inform the Chief Examiner by completing theAccommodation Request Form (https://forms.office.com/g/wTdNZh4Aih) by the closing date of this announcement. All requests will be handled with confidentiality and respect. Employee/Veteran Preference in the Event of Tie Scores: Promotional Examinations (Rule VIII, Section 7): If two or more employees earn the same final score (including seniority points), veterans’ preference will be applied if any of the tied employees have submitted proof of an honorable military discharge. This preference is only used to break ties. If a tie still remains, it will be broken based on seniority in the current classification. Proof of honorable discharge must be submitted with the application. Seniority Points:Seniority Credit (Rule VIII, Section 9): Classified employees of the City of Reno shall receive seniority credit computed by adding to a passing score as follows: The final ranking will include the applicable seniority points added to the overall grade of the examination process. For each full year of continuous service completed, 0.2 points will be added up to a maximum of ten (10) years... 2 points will be the maximum. Appointment and Certification: Appointments to positions in the City's Civil Service system are made on the basis of examination. Scores resulting from a competitive examination are used in determining a person's rank on an eligible register. The department may hire any of the persons referred. The names of those persons not hired may be considered when the next vacancy occurs, for as long as that register is viable. Questions and Updates: Questions about the information on this announcement and updates to application information should be directed to Civil Service at (775) 334-2223 orcivilservice@reno.gov. The City of Reno is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, retention, and disciplinary decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association, or any other protected class status applicable under federal or state law or City Charter. Please use thisHealth and Welfare Benefit Link (http://www.reno.gov/government/departments/human-resources/benefits) to learn more about the City of Reno's great employee benefit plans and wellness programs. 01 Minimum Qualification ReviewThe following questions are a required part of your application for Code Enforcement Officer II. Your answers will be used to assist the Civil Service Commission in evaluating your related work experience and education to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as listed on the job posting.All information provided in your answers must be included for verification in the work experience section of your application and may be substantiated further by the City of Reno. Failure to provide a truthful response to all questions will be grounds for disqualification and you will not be considered further in the hiring process for this position.By checking "Yes", you certify that you have read and agree to the above statement. + Yes + No 02 Are you a current classified City of Reno employee? + Yes + No 03 Do you have a valid driver's license? + Yes + No 04 Which of the following best describes your highest level of relevant qualifying education? In order to receive credit for any college level coursework or degree's, you must attach a copy of your transcripts or degree. + High school diploma or equivalent + Some college level coursework but no degree + Associate's degree + Bachelor's degree + Master's degree or higher + None of the above 05 Which of the following best describes your qualifying paid work experience? + Less than one year of increasingly responsible work experience in the enforcement of codes, regulations and ordinances related to building, zoning and land use + At least one year but less than two years of increasingly responsible work experience in the enforcement of codes, regulations and ordinances related to building, zoning and land use + Two years or more of increasingly responsible work experience in the enforcement of codes, regulations and ordinances related to building, zoning and land use 06 Which of the following best describes your status related to certification as a Code Enforcement Officer from the International Code Council (ICC) or American Association of Code Enforcement (AACE)? + I currently have a valid certification as a Code Enforcement Officer from the International Code Council (ICC) or American Association of Code Enforcement (AACE). + I have the ability to obtain a valid certification as a Code Enforcement Officer from the International Code Council (ICC) or American Association of Code Enforcement (AACE) within one year of becoming a Code Enforcement Officer II. + I would not be able to obtain a valid certification as a Code Enforcement Officer from the International Code Council (ICC) or American Association of Code Enforcement (AACE) within one year of becoming a Code Enforcement Officer II. 07 Training and Experience EvaluationThe following section of the Supplemental Questionnaire is the Civil Service test for this position and must be completed online at the time of application. Questionnaires submitted as an attachment to the online application will not be considered. In order to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete all questions with concise but detailed answers and provide all requested information. All responses must be verified by the applicant in the work experience section of this application. We will not score references such as "See Resume/Application" as a response.Do you certify that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true and correct to the best of your knowledge? + Yes + No 08 InstructionsAnswer this question by identifying your level of proficiency in Accela.Basic proficiency = understanding and utilizing the most common elements associated with the program, mostly used for personal or educational purposes. Not used to complete professional level projects as part of my paid work experience.Intermediate proficiency = Includes a moderate amount of professional use and moderate amount of understanding of the more advanced features and operations.Advanced Proficiency = Includes extensive use professionally and the ability to use most of the features and operations to their fullest capacity.Do not understate or overstate your level of proficiency. Your answers may be confirmed during the interview process and candidates found to have misrepresented their abilities will be disqualified from the hiring process. + Basic + Intermediate + Advanced + None of the above 09 Select all of the following work related areas in which you have specialized experience in and/or in which a large portion of your work responsibilities have been focused in your code enforcement work experience. + Building codes + Fire prevention + Health department code enforcement + Insurance adjustment + Law enforcement agency + Municipal, County or State enforcement + Site inspections for OSHA compliance + Site inspections for quality control + Site inspections not related to any of the above + None of the above 10 Select all of the following enforcement tasks you have performed as part of your code enforcement work experience on a routine basis (at least 15-20% of your overall work responsibilities for at least one year or more). + Complaint investigations + Follow up investigations + Issuing correction notices + Issuing notice of violations + Issuing stop work orders + Testifying in court related building or property issues + None of the above 11 Select all of the following areas of plan review you have performed as part of your code enforcement work experience on a routine basis (at least 15-20% of your overall work responsibility for at least one year or more). + Building plans + Grading plans + Landscaping plans + Site plans + Other planning related + None of the above 12 Select all of the following coursework/training through an accredited university or college, ICC seminar/class or training or OSHA training you have completed in the past five years. + ICC, CACEO and/or AACE trainings + Accela automation + Engineering technology course work + Code enforcement computer/smart phone applications + Inspector compliance computer/smart phone applications + Criminal justice course work + Engineering math + Modern principles of code interpretation and enforcement + Basic structural design + Residential building construction + PC 832 + Occupational + None of the above 13 If applicable, please provide additional details for all of your selections made in the previous question in order to receive credit. Include source of issuance, institution or training facility where you earned credit or certification/license along with year earned. Certification/license numbers must be included if provided by your accreditation/licensing body. Required Question Employer City of Reno Address PO Box 1900Reno, Nevada, 89505 Phone (775) 334-2223 Website http://www.reno.gov/jobs Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email