Code Compliance Supervisor (Administrative Operations)

DeKalb County; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County is seeking a qualified Code Enforcement Officer in Georgia to supervise staff, manage inspections, and support court-related proceedings. The role includes coordinating with law enforcement, addressing violations, and educating businesses about signage and compliance.

The candidate should have an associate degree in a related field and at least two years of relevant experience, with a valid Georgia driver’s license; Level II GACE and Property Maintenance Code Certification may be

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Construction Technology, Engineering, Architecture or related field.
• Two years of experience equivalent to a Senior Code Enforcement Officer.
• Equivalent education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Must possess a valid Georgia driver's license; Level II GACE and Property Maintenance Code Certification may be required within six months.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; compiles and reviews timesheets; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; assists with or completes employee performance appraisals; directs work; acts as a liaison between employees and management; and trains staff in operations, policies, and procedures.
• Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; prioritizes and schedules work activities in order to meet objectives; ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; provides progress and activity reports to management; and assists with the revision of procedure manuals as appropriate.
• Responds to citizens complaints; inspects locations for violations; gathers and investigates evidence; and issues warning notices and court summonses.
• Addresses illegal signage; removes illegal signs; issues citations; educates businesses regarding sign regulations; and facilitates sign disposal.
• Attends court hearings; performs re-inspection of properties; processes photographic evidence; and prepares evidence for testimony.
• Performs property inspections; inspects multi-family dwellings and businesses for compliance; issues court summonses and citations; prepares action reports; and coordinates operations with local law enforcement.
• Conducts community meetings; coordinates and attends meetings to educate the public about code compliance and safety; and participates in volunteer efforts to improve the community.
• Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures; receives and reviews various documentation, including citizen complaints, citations, and business licenses; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, and other documentation, including photographic evidence of violations, court summonses, and action reports; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.

Education

Associates degree in Construction Technology, Engineering, Architecture or a related field

Job description

Salary Range: $54,209-$87,277 FLSA Status: Exempt

Essential Functions

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; compiles and reviews timesheets; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; assists with or completes employee performance appraisals; directs work; acts as a liaison between employees and management; and trains staff in operations, policies, and procedures.
• Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; prioritizes and schedules work activities in order to meet objectives; ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; provides progress and activity reports to management; and assists with the revision of procedure manuals as appropriate.
• Responds to citizens complaints; inspects locations for violations; gathers and investigates evidence; and issues warning notices and court summonses.
• Addresses illegal signage; removes illegal signs; issues citations; educates businesses regarding sign regulations; and facilitates sign disposal.
• Attends court hearings; performs re-inspection of properties; processes photographic evidence; and prepares evidence for testimony.
• Performs property inspections; inspects multi-family dwellings and businesses for compliance; issues court summonses and citations; prepares action reports; and coordinates operations with local law enforcement.
• Conducts community meetings; coordinates and attends meetings to educate the public about code compliance and safety; and participates in volunteer efforts to improve the community.
• Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures; receives and reviews various documentation, including citizen complaints, citations, and business licenses; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, and other documentation, including photographic evidence of violations, court summonses, and action reports; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.

Minimum Qualifications

Associates degree in Construction Technology, Engineering, Architecture or a related field required; two years of experience equivalent to a Senior Code Enforcement Officer; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Specific License or Certifications Required

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license and may require Level II GACE and Property Maintenance Code Certification, or may require attaining these certifications within six months of employment in this classification.

Supplemental Information

• Oversee administrative functions in the department.
• Supervises, directs, and evaluates Administrative Specialists assigned to the Code Compliance Administration.
• Reviews and approves open records requests.
• Maintains oversight of records management systems.