Code Compliance Inspector - North County Transit District

The Code Compliance Inspector (CCI) position is responsible for performing specialized inspections and enforcement of ordinances, regulations and rules governing the North County Transit District (NCTD) transit system. S/he works in close coordination with other staff members, including NCTD and contract service providers within dynamic environments; engages with NCTD staff, contractors and members of the public; observes, reports, and documents non-complaint activity; and performs a variety of administrative duties involved in the preparation and maintenance of related reports. 

CCIs are responsible for enforcing NCTD Ordinances approved by the North County Transit District Board of Directors.  The position is non-sworn and unarmed.  Considerable judgement is required in meeting emergency situations, enforcing regulations, and in coordination with other personnel, contractors, and local agencies.   Ordinances are enforced by various methods, including the issuance of written citations. CCIs will prepare incident reports and activity logs and may be required to testify in court if subpoenaed.  Shifts vary based on seniority on a 5 day/8 hours per day work week.  Starting salary rate for this position per the agreement with the SMART Union is $21.50/hour. 

Distinguishing Characteristics 

This is a bargained position represented by the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail, and Transportation workers (SMART) Union and with responsibility for educating the public about and/or enforcing rules and regulations applicable to the transit system.  

Supervision Received and Exercised

S/he works under immediate direction from the Security Manager and general direction of the Chief Operations Officer – Operations Support Services. This position exercises no supervisory authority. This position is expected to participate in the sharing of expert knowledge and as a vital member of various project teams that may be instituted.

Working Conditions

Normal working conditions for this position are in both an office and field setting, with primary duties being performed in the field at transit stations or onboard modes of bus and rail transit. Business travel may be required periodically between District sites, governmental agencies, consultants’ facilities, and other locations as required.