Code Compliance Supervisor

City-of-Clearwater; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Clearwater is seeking a Code Compliance Supervisor to supervise code enforcement operations in the city. The role provides guidance to inspectors, coordinates field investigations, and ensures timely handling of complaints and enforcement actions.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s Degree plus several years of regulatory enforcement experience, plus supervisory skills and knowledge of local codes and state statutes.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, public administration, or related field.
• 3 years of experience in regulatory compliance and enforcement, law enforcement, or a related field.
• 1 year of lead worker or supervisory experience; equivalent education/training considered.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, coordinates, and supervises the daily activities of the Code Compliance Inspectors.
• Prioritizes and schedules work assignments; provides performance feedback and conducts interviews.
• Provides excellent customer service and responds to citizen complaints in a timely, professional manner.
• Provides technical advice on investigations and enforcement of codes and ordinances.
• Performs field inspections and maintains technical records and reports.

Skills

Planning and supervision

Communication (oral & written)

Record keeping & reporting

Public & court liaison

Computer literacy

Education

Associate’s Degree in a related field

3 years regulatory enforcement experience

1 year lead/supervisory experience

Tools

Accela Software

Office software

Job description

ENTRY SALARY: $71,912.58 ANNUALLY

Under limited direction the Code Compliance Supervisor, supervises the investigation and enforcement of codes and ordinances within the incorporated areas of the City of Clearwater. Provides supervision and technical advice to Inspectors involved in field investigation and regulatory code compliance enforcement work.

Essential Functions

• Plans, organizes, coordinates, and supervises the daily activities of the Code Compliance Inspectors; monitors Inspector’s work; provides performance feedback for subordinates; performs daily field activities assessing code compliance matters throughout the City.
• Prioritizes and schedules work assignments, assists in reviewing payroll; conducts employment interviews; provides performance evaluations, feedback, and possible discipline; supports Code Compliance Inspector II in the training of new hires, as necessary.
• Provides excellent customer service; receives and responds to citizen complaints regarding code compliance and violations in a timely, professional manner; supports staff dealing with challenging cases and problematic responses.
• Provides technical advice and information relative to the investigation and enforcement of applicable codes and ordinances; assists in updating and revising various codes and ordinances, as necessary.
• Performs field inspections and prepares and maintains technical records and reports.
• Enforces City rules, policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Makes and delivers presentations before homeowners associations and the City Council as required.
• Reviews Municipal Code Enforcement Board cases for completeness; assists in conducting Municipal Code Enforcement Board Hearings and Special Magistrate Hearings; monitors cases in Local Ordinance Violation Court.
• Assists department in the event of an emergency and may be required to work odd or altered hours.
• Serves as the Person in Charge of the Division in the absence of the Code Compliance Division Manager.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:

• A valid State driver’s license is required.
• At least one Florida Association of Code Enforcement Certification is preferred.

Employees selected for this position must meet FDLE guidelines in order to access sensitive and/or confidential information. Applicants with arrest histories for felonies or serious misdemeanors may be denied access to this information and as such, will not meet the minimum qualifications for a position with the City of Clearwater.

Education and Experience:

Associate’s Degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, public administration, or a related field AND three (3) years of experience in regulatory compliance and enforcement, law enforcement, or a related field AND one (1) year of lead worker or supervisory experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience may be considered.

Knowledge of–

• Various codes, ordinances, and procedures for Code process
• Investigative techniques, research methods and resources useful to ensure compliance with codes and ordinances
• Florida Statues as they relate to Chapter 162
• General office policies and procedures; computer software systems and programs; and general office equipment
• Accela Software program is preferred
• Effective public relations skills

Skill in–

• Planning, directing, and supervising the work of others
• Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing
• Supervising the maintenance of records; preparing and submitting reports
• Working effectively with municipal courts, agencies and the public in codes enforcement
• Operating a computer and related applications and software