Public Safety Manager (Code Compliance Manager)
City of Lynwood, CA
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Job summary
City of Lynwood seeks a strategic Public Safety Manager to direct the Public Safety Division, overseeing Code Enforcement, Parking Enforcement, Animal Control, and Business License Compliance. You will lead staff, shape policy, and coordinate with the Sheriff’s Department, other City departments, and community groups to ensure safe neighborhoods.
The role requires strong leadership, budget oversight, and the ability to drive policy and procedural improvements while maintaining excellent public
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in planning, public administration, business administration, law enforcement or a related field.
- Five years of increasingly responsible experience in municipal government or related field, including supervisory/management responsibility overseeing staff, programs and budgets.
- Experience in code enforcement, parking enforcement, animal control, or business license administration; ability to rapidly develop operational familiarity.
Responsibilities
- Direct, plan, and manage operations of the Public Safety Division, including code enforcement, parking enforcement, animal control and business license compliance.
- Develop and implement division goals, policies, procedures, and performance standards.
- Oversee enforcement investigations, citations, compliance actions, and case management systems.
- Coordinate enforcement activities with LA County Sheriff’s Department, Planning, Public Works and other City departments.
- Prepare and administer the division budget including revenue monitoring for fines, fees, and licensing programs.
- Prepare reports, staff presentations, and recommendations to executive management, boards or City Council.
Skills
Education
Job description
The City of Lynwood is seeking a strategic, results-driven professional to direct Public Safety operations, manage divisional programs, and protect neighborhood quality of life—shape community safety in Lynwood!
Lynwood is a vibrant Los Angeles County community serving approximately 67,000 residents. The City is committed to professional excellence, community safety, and partnering with our neighborhoods to maintain a high quality of life.
This is a benefited, full-time position with working hours to be assigned at the discretion of the Community Development Department. Candidates may be required to work irregular hours, various shifts, weekends, holidays and/or on-call status.
The recruitment is scheduled to close on November 23rd, 2026. This recruitment can close at any time with or without prior notice. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Candidates who best meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process.
The First review of applications will occur on November 12th, 2026. This recruitment may close at any time. Interviews are tentatively to be scheduled for the week of November 30, 2026.
Under the direction of the Director of Community Development, the Public Safety Manager directs, plans, organizes, and manages the Public Safety Division, providing strategic leadership, operational oversight, and policy development across Code Enforcement, Parking Enforcement, Animal Control, and Business License Compliance programs. The incumbent manages staff, oversees complex enforcement programs, coordinates interdepartmental initiatives, and serves as a liaison between the City, community members, and regulatory agencies to ensure effective enforcement of municipal regulations and protection of public health, safety, and neighborhood quality of life.
Incumbent is responsible for performing diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making responsibilities, which include division budget administration, program evaluation, and recommendation and implementation of policies, procedures, goals, objectives, priorities, and standards related to assigned programs. Incumbents serve as a professional-level resource for organizational, managerial, and operational analyses and studies. Performance of the work requires the use of considerable independence, initiative, and discretion within broad guidelines.
- Direct, plan, and manage operations of the Public Safety Division including code enforcement, parking enforcement, animal control, and business license compliance.
- Develop and implement division goals, policies, procedures, and performance standards.
- Oversee enforcement investigations, citations, compliance actions, and case management systems.
- Coordinate enforcement activities with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Planning, Public Works, and other City departments.
- Prepare and administer the division budget including revenue monitoring for fines, fees, and licensing programs.
- Prepare reports, staff presentations, and recommendations to executive management, boards, or City Council.
- Respond to complex community concerns and serve as liaison with community organizations, outside agencies, City departments and regulatory agencies.
- Conduct operational analyses and recommend policy or ordinance updates to improve compliance and service delivery
- Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures.
- Oversees the division's citation issuance and criminal complaint referral processes; may personally issue citations or prepare complaint requests in exceptional circumstances as operationally required.
- Selects, supervises, trains, mentors, motivates, and evaluates staff; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies
- Stays abreast of current developments, new trends, and innovations in the fields of code enforcement, animal control, parking enforcement and business licenses.
- Establishes and maintains professional networks through engagement with local, state, and national associations related to code enforcement, animal control, and municipal operations; applies knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory changes to continuously improve division policies, procedures, and service delivery.
- Principles and practices of municipal regulatory programs, including sufficient familiarity with code enforcement, animal control, parking enforcement, and business license compliance to provide effective leadership, policy direction, and staff oversight across each function.
- Principles of organizational, public administration and management practices as applied to the analysis, evaluation, development, and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures in service areas managed; administrative principles and methods, including goal setting, program development and pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
- Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures.
- Principles and practices of leadership.
- Principles and practices of contract administration, contract risk transfer and evaluation; risk management requirements and techniques.
- Social, political and environmental issues influencing program administration.
- Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; basic mathematics; business letter writing and other document preparation; office methods, procedures and equipment; computers and applicable software.
- Federal, state, and local regulatory frameworks applicable to municipal enforcement operations; ability to identify relevant legal requirements and ensure division compliance. Recognizing when to seek technical expertise provided by division staff and legal counsel as appropriate.
- General principles of enforcement operations, investigation documentation, and case management sufficient to supervise staff performance, evaluate operational effectiveness, and ensure procedural compliance.
- General understanding of citation issuance, legal notice procedures, and judicial processes sufficient to oversee division compliance with legal requirements and support staff in complex enforcement actions.
- City services and organizational structure as they relate to code enforcement, animal control and parking enforcement.
- Effective customer service and public relations practices.
- Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
- Principles and practices of management and supervision including performance management measures, training and discipline.
- Analyze and recommend solutions to problems and issues.
- Provide effective leadership and administrative oversight of a multi-function enforcement division, directing staff and resources to achieve consistent, accountable service delivery across all program areas.
- Oversee, direct, and coordinate the work of 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.
- Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports.
- Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
- Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
- Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Draw meaning and conclusions from quantitative and qualitative data.
- Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax. Capable of delivering persuasive presentations and preparing clear, concise, and impactful reports. Able to advocate for department initiatives and engage effectively with the public, media, and other external parties.
- Effectively represent the department and the City in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, various business, professional, and regulatory organizations, the media, the public, and in meetings with individuals.
- Negotiate with various stakeholders and effectively influence others to achieve beneficial outcomes.
- Show interest and understand the needs, expectations, and circumstances of internal and external customers.
- Maintain emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity.
- Appreciate the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures.
- Adhere to all safety practices and procedures and encourage and support others to be safe in their work activities.
- Have service mentality, respect for and sincere desire to help others with diverse background and experiences.
- Have a strong sense of integrity and commitment to ethical behavior and accountability. Display honesty, adhere to policy, and be prepared to intervene and protect against unethical behavior.
- Demonstrate, promote and support a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
- Ability to work weekends, holidays and evening hours.
Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in planning, public administration, business administration, law enforcement or a related field.
Experience: Five years of increasingly responsible experience in municipal government, public administration, regulatory enforcement, or a related field, including a minimum of three years of demonstrated supervisory or management responsibility overseeing staff, programs, and budgets.
Experience in one or more of the following areas is desirable but not required for all: code enforcement, parking enforcement, animal control, or business license administration. Candidates without direct experience in all program areas must demonstrate the ability to rapidly develop operational familiarity and effectively lead subject matter experts.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within 12 months of appointment, a P.O.S.T. certificate for PC 832a, or equivalent certification as determined by the City.
Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license issued by the California State Department of Motor Vehicles and a good driving record.
California Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Pull Notice System: An incumbent appointed to this position is subject to enrollment in the California DMV Pull Notice Program. The Pull Notice Program provides information on the incumbent's driving record and Driver's License status on a periodic basis to the City of Lynwood.
Bilingual in English and Spanish desirable
A CACEO certification or equivalent is desirable; the successful candidate shall obtain the certification within six months of hire.
Final candidates must successfully pass a Department of Justice/Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint & Criminal Check coordinated through the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department following a conditional offer of employment.
This position is represented by the Lynwood Employees' Management Group (LEMG)
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position requires intermittent to frequent walking and operating an assigned vehicle on city streets, including, sitting in and getting out of assigned vehicle for several hours during a shift. Walking is performed on moderate, uneven terrain, hard surfaces, and up and down curbs. At times, the position will require standing in a stationary location for long periods of time to direct traffic. An incumbent must be able to see and hear in normal range with or without corrective devices, must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and safely stoop, twist, reach, bend and lift up to 20 pounds. The operation of a hand-held computerized device requires finger, wrist, and hand strength and dexterity.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Operate an automobile while performing the duties of this position. Intermittently, twist to reach items; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and communicate through written means; walk to observe activities; periodically bend and squat; interact with employees and the public in possible challenging situations; drive, operate and sit in a vehicle or equipment; Work outdoors in all weather conditions including hot with sun exposure, cold and wet; know and understand laws, regulations and codes; remember legal and code requirements; and explain policies and procedures; interact with City management, employees and the public.
When assigned to work in the office, the employee is regularly required to sit at a desk and in meetings for long periods of time; talk or listen, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction; twist to reach equipment; walk to observe department activities; periodically bend and squat; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and communicate written means; interact with employees and the public in possible challenging situations. Occasionally walk up and down stairs.
While performing the duties of this classification, the incumbent is regularly required to know and understand laws, regulations and codes; remember legal and code requirements; and explain policies and procedures; observe and interpret situations; deal with changing, intensive deadlines; and interact with City management, other governmental officials, employees and the public.
This position generally works 75% indoors and 25% outdoors.
While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to loud talking and interruptions from telephones, office equipment and/or members of the public and emergency vehicle sirens.
While performing the duties of this job outdoors, the employee may be exposed to noise, vibration, extremes in temperature or humidity, dust, most weather conditions. Noise levels in the work environment are usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to emergency vehicle sirens, road traffic, shouting, and yelling.
City of Lynwood employees are registered as an Emergency Disaster Worker. All City employees are required to perform assigned Emergency Service duties in the event of an emergency or disaster.
The City of Lynwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer, special assistance with the application and examination process is available upon request, for persons with disabilities. Notify Human Resources for assistance at (310) 603-0220 ext. 221 no later than three working days prior to the closing or scheduled examination/interview date.
Failure to submit a complete application packet will result in disqualification from the examination process.
Complete application materials will be screened in relation to the criteria described in this job announcement. No postmarks, faxes or emails will be accepted. Only those candidates deemed to be the most qualified and meeting the City’s particular needs will be invited to continue in the recruitment process. The recruitment process may consist of a written examination, practical examination and/or an oral interview conducted by a panel of experts.
Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in a panel interview. Prior to the first day of work, selected candidates must pass a background (live scan fingerprinted) and physical examination, including a drug screen.
Employer will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Employer is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new hire employees to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States within three (3) business days beginning with the first day of work. The City is legally prohibited from employing anyone who cannot provide such verification of documentation.
The City of Lynwood does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, or sexual orientation.
THE CITY OF LYNWOOD RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY OR REVOKE, WITHOUT NOTICE, ANY OR ALL OF THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN PRIOR TO THE TIME OF APPPOINTMENT, AND TO WAIVE ANY NON-SUBSTANTIVE JOB REQUIREMENT AND MAKE SUBJECTIVE DECISIONS INTERPRETING AND ASSESSING THE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS OF ANY CANDIDATE, INCLUDING THE DETERMINATION THAT NONE OF THE CANDIDATES, EVEN THOSE WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION, ARE APPROPRIATE FOR THE POSITION.
City of Lynwood
Human Resources Department
11330 Bullis Road
Lynwood, CA 90262
310-603-0220 x 221
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