Code Compliance Director

sumterlocalgovconsulting; Forest Park (GA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Forest Park is seeking a seasoned Director of Code Compliance to lead the Code Compliance Department, directing inspectors and staff in inspections for property maintenance, zoning, and health and safety regulations. This role requires strong communication, strategic judgment, and cross-functional leadership within a municipal setting.

The director will enforce building and zoning ordinances, manage departmental budget, support court proceedings, and advise on policy changes while

Qualifications

• Must hold valid Housing Rehabilitation Inspector and Housing Rehabilitation Code Enforcement Officer certifications.
• Must possess Building Inspector certification and One/Two Family Dwelling Inspector credentials.
• Prefer Level II GACE Master’s Certification and ICC Property Management Certification.

Responsibilities

• Direct Code Compliance Department staff; plan and schedule inspections in response to complaints.
• Enforce city ordinances related to building, zoning, environmental and business licenses.
• Prepare and manage the department budget; forecast funds and approve expenditures.
• Participate in court activities, present cases and assist in appeals of violations.
• Provide policy guidance, review cases for trial readiness and advise staff on actions.

Skills

Excellent Communicator

Strategic Decision-Maker

Collaborative Team Builder

Education

Housing Rehabilitation Inspector certification

Housing Rehabilitation Code Enforcement Officer certification

Building Inspector certification

One/Two Family Dwelling Inspector certification

Building Plans Examiner certification

Level II GACE Master’s Certification

ICC Property Management Certification

Job description

The City of Forest Park is seeking an experienced Director of Code Compliance. It’s a highly responsible position, involving complex work in planning, organizing and directing the activities of the Code Compliance Department. The Code Compliance Director will direct Code Officers and staff in the scheduling initial and follow-up inspections in response to complaints of alleged violations of property maintenance, zoning, and other codes related primarily to the health, welfare and safety of the community. Works under the supervision of the City Manager. The Code Compliance Director enforces all City ordinances, particularly building and zoning ordinances, environmental and business license ordinances as well. The Director supervises staff, coordinates, assigns and reviews work. Maintains standards and monitors status of work in progress and gives advice and direction as well. The Director analyzes and recommends changes to codes and provides policy direction to staff. Reviews and recommends courses of action regarding revocations/suspensions of licenses and responds to appeals of assorted violations. The Director prepares, maintains, disseminates and is responsible for records, reports, notices, and correspondence concerning department functions and personnel. They participate in court activities to pursue legal action against violators, review cases in preparation for trial and assess evidentiary/legal issues before the trial. Will testify in court, if necessary. This position will also prepare and manage the Code Compliance Department’s budget, including forecasting funds needed for the operation of the Department and approving expenditures as well.

Ideal Candidate Excellent Communicator: Demonstrates outstanding written and verbal communication skills with the city manager, elected officials, staff, residents, and the public. Strategic Decision-Maker: Exercises sound independent judgment, and the ability to make timely, well-reasoned recommendations to the City Manager. Collaborative Team Builder: Understands the value of teamwork, empowers staff, fosters cross-functional collaboration, and builds a cohesive, high-performing organizational culture.

Special Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain valid Housing Rehabilitation Inspector and Housing Rehabilitation Code Enforcement Officer certification.
• Must possess and maintain Building Inspector certification, One/Two Family Dwelling/Inspector certification, and Building Plans Examiner certification.
• Level II GACE Master’s Certification and ICC Property Management Certification preferred.

Hiring Range: $127,500 - $159,700