Code Compliance Manager

Summary

This position is open until filled.

A first review of applications will take place during the week of May 27, 2024. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date.

If you want to join a hardworking team that shares a commitment to provide top-quality municipal services in a prime North County location, consider a career with the City of Escondido.

We have an opening for the position of Code Compliance Manager in our Development Services/Code Compliance Division.

For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's website.

Under administrative direction, directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the activities and operations of the Code Compliance Division within the Development Services Department including general code compliance, business licensing, and mobilehome park compliance programs; coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies; and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Director of Development Services.

Key Responsibilities

The following duties are typical for this classification.

Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Assumes management responsibility for assigned services and activities of the Code Compliance Division including compliance of certain building, Health and Safety, Business and Professions, vehicle, and City municipal and zoning codes that protect health, safety, and general welfare of residents and visitors.

Develops, implements and supervises a code compliance program involved in the efficient and effective compliance of codes related to housing, dangerous buildings, abandoned/inoperative vehicles, trash, weeds, violations of Title 25, business operating without proper business license, improper or illegal signage, and other health and safety violations.

Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures.

Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommends, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels.

Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work plan for assigned staff involved in investigating code violations and initiating procedures to abate violations; assigns work activities, projects, and programs to implement Council Action Plan; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems.

Participates in field activities and investigations; reviews reports prepared by Code Compliance Officers; may issue citations and prepare requests for criminal complaints as appropriate; prepares cases for prosecution; prepares materials for Council hearings; may testify in court regarding compliance action.

Reviews and analyzes statistical information from reports; track case information and review data entry for consistency.

Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures.

Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the Code Compliance Division's annual budget; participates in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; implements adjustments.

Provides responsible staff assistance to the Director of Development Services; conducts a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; recommends modifications to Code Compliance programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate.

Serves as the liaison for the Code Compliance Division to other divisions, departments, and outside agencies; attends various meetings to work with and educate citizens; responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints; negotiates and resolves sensitive and controversial issues.

Serves as staff on a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.

Attends seminars, classes, and professional group meetings; reviews professional literature; stays abreast of current developments, new trends, and innovations in the field of code compliance.

Performs related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:
Operational characteristics, services, and activities of a comprehensive municipal code compliance program.

Principles and practices of program development and administration.

Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.

Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.

Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including current land use, zoning, municipal, and applicable building codes as they apply to code compliance, mobilehome compliance, and business licensing.

Procedures involved in the compliance of codes and regulations including methods and techniques of conducting and documenting field investigations.

Legal procedures involved in the compliance of land use and environmental regulations.

Court documents and procedures including procedures for citation issuance and obtaining various types of inspection warrants.

City services and organizational structure as they relate to code compliance.

Effective customer service and public relations practices.

Principles and procedures of record keeping.

Methods and techniques of business correspondence and technical report preparation.

Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.

Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Ability to:
Oversee and participate in the management of a comprehensive code compliance program.

Oversee, direct, and coordinate the work of lower level staff.

Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff.

Participate in the development and administration of division goals, objectives, and procedures.

Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.

Prepare and administer large program budgets.

Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.

Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.

Interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.

Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

Prepare and conduct presentations to groups of varying sizes.

Represent the City in a professional manner in dealing with staff, citizens, news media, and other agencies and groups.

Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Minimum Requirements

Education/Training:

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in planning, public administration, business administration, law compliance or a related field.

Experience:

Seven years (full-time equivalent) of increasingly responsible code compliance, investigative, and/or inspection experience including two years (full-time equivalent) of administrative and supervisory responsibility.

License or Certificate:
Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license.

Supplemental Information

NOTE:

For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's web site.

The City of Escondido is committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace. All applicants will be subject to fingerprint investigation before a conditional offer of employment is extended. A pre-employment medical examination will be conducted following a conditional offer of employment for all positions. Safety sensitive positions will include a pre-employment drug screen.

Positions subject to the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations will be subject to DOT pre-employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing.

SELECTION PROCEDURE
Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to appear for testing. All positions require the ability to read, write and speak English. Types of tests may include written and/or oral examination, physical agility, practical exam or other appropriate job-related selection process. When testing is completed, candidates will be ranked on an eligibility list in the order of their test score. Selection for appointments is made from names certified on the eligibility list.

All appointments are subject to the successful completion of background investigation including LIVESCAN fingerprinting, and will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States.

Qualification by a medical examination will be required at the time of appointment. After appointment, classified employees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period to be eligible for regular status.

In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees must produce proof of eligibility to work in the United States within the first three days of their employment.

The City of Escondido participates in E-Verify.

The Loyalty Oath will be administered to all new employees on their first day of hire.

New employees hired into positions that require a driver's license must provide proof of a valid California Driver's License of the appropriate class level on their first day of employment.

Additional information regarding the essential functions and physical, environmental and communication demands of the position may be obtained from the Human Resources Department.

If you require reasonable accommodation in the testing process, such as an alternate means of testing, you must contact the Human Resources Department by the final filing date to complete a Request for Reasonable Accommodation form.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

Note:

Pursuant to California Civil Code section , the City of Escondido shall provide to all job candidates a copy of any records of arrest, indictment, conviction, civil judicial action, tax lien or outstanding judgment which was obtained in the course of conducting an evaluation for employment, assignment, and/or promotion.

A copy of this information, if received by the City, will be given to candidates within seven days of the City's receipt.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE
Eligible individuals are those who meet the following criteria:

• Served in the U.S. armed forces
• Received an honorable discharge
• Did not retire from military service
• Seeking employment with the City of Escondido for the first time.

Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does notqualify for veterans' preference.

Proof of eligibility (copy of DD-214) must be submitted at time of application, or later if the promulgation of the eligibility list will not be delayed.

Veterans' preference credit will only be applied to eligible applicants who attained a passing grade (total score exclusive of credit) on the final open examination.

ABOUT OUR CITY
The City of Escondido is a prominent agricultural, commercial hub and residential center of North San Diego County.

Located a short 30-minute drive from the beach, the mountains or downtown San Diego, Escondido residents enjoy the pleasure of a rural lifestyle with all the benefits of suburban living.

Escondido is a diverse, vibrant community with many amenities.

The city offers attractive homes in a wide range of prices, two lakes, several parks, a sports center, golf courses, restaurants, wineries, shopping centers, a variety of art galleries, entertainment venues, and a state of the art hospital.

Established in 1888, the city's rich past brings charm and stability to the community; yet integrated with Escondido's treasured heritage is a progressive future, bright and brimming with promise.

EOEThe City of Escondido does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, or sexual orientation.

We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.

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