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Location : Sacramento, CA
Job Type: Full-Time Career
Job Number: 001861-23-CDD
Department: Community Development
Division:Code Enforcement
Opening Date: 11/17/2023
Closing Date: 1/5/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
THE POSITION
The Code Compliance Division of the Community Development Department is seeking a Code Enforcement Manager to manage, plan, and organize the day-to-day activities of the Code Compliance Division.
IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT
The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge and experience in the enforcement and interpretation of relevant codes, ordinances, and laws. The ideal Code Enforcement Manager will possess strong communication skills and have experience in the preparation and delivery of staff reports for presentations before the City Council, boards, or committees. They will also have expertise in developing and improving programs and be an encouraging leader who empowers their team while providing strong leadership.
Under general direction, the Code Enforcement Manager manages, plans, organizes, and supervises the day-to-day activities of the department; coordinates special task forces and neighborhood activities with relevant City divisions; serves as community liaison for Code Enforcement activities.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a single-position management classification. The Code Enforcement Manager exercises extensive latitude and judgment in performing the full range of work procedures, operations, and responsibilities. The incumbent has extensive public contact including presentations to the City Council, neighborhood groups, business associations, and other officials and agencies. This classification is distinguished from the Senior Code Enforcement Officer in that the Senior Code Enforcement Officer is a supervisory classification, while the Code Enforcement Manager manages the Code Enforcement program.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
General direction is provided by the Director of Community Development. Responsibilities include the direct and indirect supervision of administrative, technical, and support staff.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plans, organizes, directs, trains, and evaluates personnel involved in the activities of the Code Enforcement Division of the Community Development Department, including provision of professional and technical guidance to staff engaged in interpretation of code, policy, and legal due process; assists in establishing goals and objectives for the Division.
- Develops and implements programs, policies, and procedures required for effective action plans in support of Code Enforcement goals; interprets and applies state laws and city codes relevant to Code Enforcement; writes policies and procedures for the Division; maintains current knowledge of Code Enforcement practices through continuing education and certification.
- Meets regularly with superior and other Community Development staff, City department heads and managers, City Council Members, and other individuals to coordinate activities, provide information, and/or respond to constituent complaints; meets with neighborhood associations, business groups, private contractors, County Code Enforcement agencies, and law enforcement agencies; coordinates special task forces and neighborhood cleanups.
- Attends neighborhood meetings and, through public contact and written materials, provides extensive customer service to sometimes hostile individuals and groups in order to inform such persons about Code Enforcement activities.
- Coordinates activities with other City departments in order to make or meet requests for service; provides internal customer service to departments.
- Assists with development and administration of department budget; identifies total amount of resources available through general fund, grant money, and cost recovery efforts; makes informed decisions on cost allocations for staff, outside resources, and tools and equipment; prepares statistical reports, memoranda, and written correspondence; identifies resource needs by analyzing statistical reports.
- Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual holding this classification.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of Code Enforcement.
- Zoning, housing, vehicle abatement, and nuisance abatement codes.
- Criminal and civil laws, legal processes, and court procedures for Code Enforcement.
- Rules of evidence and laws of arrest, search and seizure, and due process.
- Principles and practices of building inspection, including current literature and recent developments in the field.
- Principles and practices of effective supervision.
- Common business practices.
- Current literature and recent developments in the field of Code Enforcement.
- Principles and practices of public relations.
- Effective written and oral communication skills, especially with individuals of diverse backgrounds and communication skills; effective communication under hostile conditions.
- Principles and practices of effective customer service.
- Basic principles and practices of budgeting.
Skill in:
- Use of modern office equipment including computers, and computer applications, and software.
Ability to:
- Enforce codes.
- Organize, manage, and coordinate the activities of the Code Enforcement Division of the Community Development Department.
- Select, assign, supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
- Maintain safe buildings and a positive environment for the City.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, department heads, property owners, contractors, civic groups, personnel from other jurisdictions, public officials, and the general public.
- Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Read and interpret laws and regulations.
- Develop and monitor Division budget.
- Make effective public presentations in sometimes hostile situations; diffuse anger and negotiate compliance.
- Research information and prepare reports.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Experience:
Five years of progressively responsible experience in the field of Code Enforcement, including three years of supervisory experience.
-AND-
Education:
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in either a construction-related field such as engineering or construction management, or a management-related field such as public or business administration, or a related field.
Substitution:
Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
PROOF OF EDUCATION
Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable.
An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Driver License:
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Certification:
Must possess the State of California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Penal Code 832 (Arrest, Search and Seizure) Certificate throughout the course of employment. Failure to maintain the certificate could be cause for discipline.
PROOF OF CERTIFICATION
Proof of the required certificate and/or license should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The conditions herein are typically required of an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Work Conditions: Incumbent is required to attend night and weekend meetings; work irregular hours, weekends, and holidays; and travel outside City boundaries to attend meetings.
Environmental Conditions: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting, but could include exposure to unsanitary conditions, uneven and slippery surfaces, inclement weather conditions, grease, oils, smoke, fumes, pesticides, lead, asbestos, mold, hazardous chemicals, communicable bacteria, and drug paraphernalia; confrontational interactions with customers/potentially hostile environments; and exposure to trauma/grief.
Physical Conditions: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting and in a field environment. Incumbent may be required to walk, run, stand, or climb on slippery, even or uneven, and paved or unpaved surfaces as well as bend, stoop, squat, and crawl in small, low and/or confined areas. Incumbent is required to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; travel to other locations; and operate equipment and vehicle.
THE SELECTION PROCEDURE
Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.
1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline;
2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office by the final filing deadline;
4. Interview Process: Human Resources will forward applications to the hiring department. Those determined to be the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview process.
5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment.
QUESTIONS:
For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process:
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Location : Sacramento, CA
Job Type: Full-Time Career
Job Number: 001861-23-CDD
Department: Community Development
Division:Code Enforcement
Opening Date: 11/17/2023
Closing Date: 1/5/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
THE POSITION
The Code Compliance Division of the Community Development Department is seeking a Code Enforcement Manager to manage, plan, and organize the day-to-day activities of the Code Compliance Division.
IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT
The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge and experience in the enforcement and interpretation of relevant codes, ordinances, and laws. The ideal Code Enforcement Manager will possess strong communication skills and have experience in the preparation and delivery of staff reports for presentations before the City Council, boards, or committees. They will also have expertise in developing and improving programs and be an encouraging leader who empowers their team while providing strong leadership.
Under general direction, the Code Enforcement Manager manages, plans, organizes, and supervises the day-to-day activities of the department; coordinates special task forces and neighborhood activities with relevant City divisions; serves as community liaison for Code Enforcement activities.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a single-position management classification. The Code Enforcement Manager exercises extensive latitude and judgment in performing the full range of work procedures, operations, and responsibilities. The incumbent has extensive public contact including presentations to the City Council, neighborhood groups, business associations, and other officials and agencies. This classification is distinguished from the Senior Code Enforcement Officer in that the Senior Code Enforcement Officer is a supervisory classification, while the Code Enforcement Manager manages the Code Enforcement program.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
General direction is provided by the Director of Community Development. Responsibilities include the direct and indirect supervision of administrative, technical, and support staff.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plans, organizes, directs, trains, and evaluates personnel involved in the activities of the Code Enforcement Division of the Community Development Department, including provision of professional and technical guidance to staff engaged in interpretation of code, policy, and legal due process; assists in establishing goals and objectives for the Division.
- Develops and implements programs, policies, and procedures required for effective action plans in support of Code Enforcement goals; interprets and applies state laws and city codes relevant to Code Enforcement; writes policies and procedures for the Division; maintains current knowledge of Code Enforcement practices through continuing education and certification.
- Meets regularly with superior and other Community Development staff, City department heads and managers, City Council Members, and other individuals to coordinate activities, provide information, and/or respond to constituent complaints; meets with neighborhood associations, business groups, private contractors, County Code Enforcement agencies, and law enforcement agencies; coordinates special task forces and neighborhood cleanups.
- Attends neighborhood meetings and, through public contact and written materials, provides extensive customer service to sometimes hostile individuals and groups in order to inform such persons about Code Enforcement activities.
- Coordinates activities with other City departments in order to make or meet requests for service; provides internal customer service to departments.
- Assists with development and administration of department budget; identifies total amount of resources available through general fund, grant money, and cost recovery efforts; makes informed decisions on cost allocations for staff, outside resources, and tools and equipment; prepares statistical reports, memoranda, and written correspondence; identifies resource needs by analyzing statistical reports.
- Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual holding this classification.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of Code Enforcement.
- Zoning, housing, vehicle abatement, and nuisance abatement codes.
- Criminal and civil laws, legal processes, and court procedures for Code Enforcement.
- Rules of evidence and laws of arrest, search and seizure, and due process.
- Principles and practices of building inspection, including current literature and recent developments in the field.
- Principles and practices of effective supervision.
- Common business practices.
- Current literature and recent developments in the field of Code Enforcement.
- Principles and practices of public relations.
- Effective written and oral communication skills, especially with individuals of diverse backgrounds and communication skills; effective communication under hostile conditions.
- Principles and practices of effective customer service.
- Basic principles and practices of budgeting.
Skill in:
- Use of modern office equipment including computers, and computer applications, and software.
Ability to:
- Enforce codes.
- Organize, manage, and coordinate the activities of the Code Enforcement Division of the Community Development Department.
- Select, assign, supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
- Maintain safe buildings and a positive environment for the City.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, department heads, property owners, contractors, civic groups, personnel from other jurisdictions, public officials, and the general public.
- Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Read and interpret laws and regulations.
- Develop and monitor Division budget.
- Make effective public presentations in sometimes hostile situations; diffuse anger and negotiate compliance.
- Research information and prepare reports.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Experience:
Five years of progressively responsible experience in the field of Code Enforcement, including three years of supervisory experience.
-AND-
Education:
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in either a construction-related field such as engineering or construction management, or a management-related field such as public or business administration, or a related field.
Substitution:
Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
PROOF OF EDUCATION
Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable.
An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Driver License:
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Certification:
Must possess the State of California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Penal Code 832 (Arrest, Search and Seizure) Certificate throughout the course of employment. Failure to maintain the certificate could be cause for discipline.
PROOF OF CERTIFICATION
Proof of the required certificate and/or license should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The conditions herein are typically required of an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Work Conditions: Incumbent is required to attend night and weekend meetings; work irregular hours, weekends, and holidays; and travel outside City boundaries to attend meetings.
Environmental Conditions: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting, but could include exposure to unsanitary conditions, uneven and slippery surfaces, inclement weather conditions, grease, oils, smoke, fumes, pesticides, lead, asbestos, mold, hazardous chemicals, communicable bacteria, and drug paraphernalia; confrontational interactions with customers/potentially hostile environments; and exposure to trauma/grief.
Physical Conditions: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting and in a field environment. Incumbent may be required to walk, run, stand, or climb on slippery, even or uneven, and paved or unpaved surfaces as well as bend, stoop, squat, and crawl in small, low and/or confined areas. Incumbent is required to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; travel to other locations; and operate equipment and vehicle.
THE SELECTION PROCEDURE
Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.
1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline;
- Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted.
- Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified:
- If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week).
- If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section.
- Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.
- Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment.
- Proof of certification and/or license should be submitted online with your application. Proof of certification and/or license will be required at time of appointment.
2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office by the final filing deadline;
- Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted.
- Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed.
- A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire.
- Possession of the minimum qualifications is not necessarily a guarantee for further advancement in the selection process.
4. Interview Process: Human Resources will forward applications to the hiring department. Those determined to be the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview process.
5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment.
QUESTIONS:
For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process:
- Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process.
- For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at 855-524-5627.
- Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at http://www.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Career-Opportunities;
- Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org; or
- Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726
Bilingual Pay
Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary.
Pension Reform Act
The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to t...
