Summary
Code Enforcement ManagerUnder general supervision under the direction of the County Services Director, this position is responsible for administering and enforcing the County's building codes, construction standards, floodplain development codes, and related policies, plans, codes and ordinances as adopted by, and directed by the County Council and County Executive to ensure the safety, quality, and compliance of all residential, commercial, and industrial development. This position oversees and coordinates plan reviews, building inspections, permitting, and code interpretation while ensuring that construction throughout the County adheres to adopted codes and regulations while providing expert technical guidance and superior customer service both internally and externally, to staff, contractors, developers, and the public, while working closely with other County departments to support safe and orderly growth.Position Requirements: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE– The following are the minimum education and experience required for the position. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. Education Bachelor in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Civil Engineering, Construction Technology, Business or related field, from an accredited university. Experience 4-5 years previous relevant work experience is required. Special Experience Five (5) years of responsible experience in construction or a closely related field, including two (2) years of supervisory experience. Training Requisites Certifications Must have or be able to obtain appropriate International Code Council certifications as determined by the County Services Director within one (1) year of employment. Must possess a valid State Driver's License. Licensing Must possess a valid State Driver's License.Success Framework– The following list of knowledge, skills, and abilities have been identified by our team as building blocks towards efficiency and effectiveness in this role. Knowledge of building construction and inspection requirements. Skills in effective written and oral communications. Ability to analyze and determine practices or actions that identify and address problems that confront this department. Ability to take actions to implement policies adopted by the County Services Director, County Executive and County Council. Ability to work with diverse groups to improve public awareness and to achieve cooperative objectives. Ability to make public presentations. Ability to evaluate proposals and needs assessments and assist in the development of long range plans. Ability to prepare and administer a budget. Ability to evaluate and adjust the operation of the division and its personnel. Ability to assist with the implementation of special events and selected programs. Ability to manage and lead a clerical, technical and professional staff. Equipment and Tools commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. Computer; Microsoft 365; permitting and code enforcement software; mobile inspection software; GIS; Tape measure, Levels, Moisture meter, Smoke detector tester, Vehicle, Two-way radio, Mobile phone, Digital camera, Safety gear (hard hat, vest, boots).digital camera; vehicle; measuring tools; communication radio. Work Environment or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. Combination of office and fieldwork. Field inspections conducted outdoors and in active construction areas with exposure to varying weather conditions. May require early morning or late evening hours. May be required to work in high or dangerous places. May regularly be exposed to uncomfortable temperatures, humidity, noise, chemicals/gases, contagious diseases, airborne particles/pathogens, and/or physical trauma. May be required to work in confined spaces. May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles. Work may potentially involve risk of exposure to electric shock. Work requires the ability to sit, stand, walk for extended periods of time. Physical Abilities– The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work requires the ability to complete repetitive wrist, hand, and/or fine motor movement. Work requires the ability to grasp, pull, push, and reach. Work requires the ability to talk, hear, listen, and comprehend. Work requires the ability to drive and/or operate county vehicle. Work requires the ability to climb and balance. Work requires visual acuity of 20 feet or more, visual acuity of 20 inches or less, three dimensional vision, precise hand/eye coordination, the ability to identify and distinguish colors Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Work requires the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.*Jefferson County offers reasonable accommodation in the hiring and employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time.To Apply: Please complete the online application found at www.jeffcomo.org Resumes are accepted as supplemental information only and will not be used as a substitute for the application, you must complete the application in full.
Job Description
Code Enforcement ManagerUnder general supervision under the direction of the County Services Director, this position is responsible for administering and enforcing the County's building codes, construction standards, floodplain development codes, and related policies, plans, codes and ordinances as adopted by, and directed by the County Council and County Executive to ensure the safety, quality, and compliance of all residential, commercial, and industrial development. This position oversees and coordinates plan reviews, building inspections, permitting, and code interpretation while ensuring that construction throughout the County adheres to adopted codes and regulations while providing expert technical guidance and superior customer service both internally and externally, to staff, contractors, developers, and the public, while working closely with other County departments to support safe and orderly growth.Position Requirements: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE– The following are the minimum education and experience required for the position. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. Education Bachelor in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Civil Engineering, Construction Technology, Business or related field, from an accredited university. Experience 4-5 years previous relevant work experience is required. Special Experience Five (5) years of responsible experience in construction or a closely related field, including two (2) years of supervisory experience. Training Requisites Certifications Must have or be able to obtain appropriate International Code Council certifications as determined by the County Services Director within one (1) year of employment. Must possess a valid State Driver's License. Licensing Must possess a valid State Driver's License.Success Framework– The following list of knowledge, skills, and abilities have been identified by our team as building blocks towards efficiency and effectiveness in this role. Knowledge of building construction and inspection requirements. Skills in effective written and oral communications. Ability to analyze and determine practices or actions that identify and address problems that confront this department. Ability to take actions to implement policies adopted by the County Services Director, County Executive and County Council. Ability to work with diverse groups to improve public awareness and to achieve cooperative objectives. Ability to make public presentations. Ability to evaluate proposals and needs assessments and assist in the development of long range plans. Ability to prepare and administer a budget. Ability to evaluate and adjust the operation of the division and its personnel. Ability to assist with the implementation of special events and selected programs. Ability to manage and lead a clerical, technical and professional staff. Equipment and Tools commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. Computer; Microsoft 365; permitting and code enforcement software; mobile inspection software; GIS; Tape measure, Levels, Moisture meter, Smoke detector tester, Vehicle, Two-way radio, Mobile phone, Digital camera, Safety gear (hard hat, vest, boots).digital camera; vehicle; measuring tools; communication radio. Work Environment or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. Combination of office and fieldwork. Field inspections conducted outdoors and in active construction areas with exposure to varying weather conditions. May require early morning or late evening hours. May be required to work in high or dangerous places. May regularly be exposed to uncomfortable temperatures, humidity, noise, chemicals/gases, contagious diseases, airborne particles/pathogens, and/or physical trauma. May be required to work in confined spaces. May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles. Work may potentially involve risk of exposure to electric shock. Work requires the ability to sit, stand, walk for extended periods of time. Physical Abilities– The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work requires the ability to complete repetitive wrist, hand, and/or fine motor movement. Work requires the ability to grasp, pull, push, and reach. Work requires the ability to talk, hear, listen, and comprehend. Work requires the ability to drive and/or operate county vehicle. Work requires the ability to climb and balance. Work requires visual acuity of 20 feet or more, visual acuity of 20 inches or less, three dimensional vision, precise hand/eye coordination, the ability to identify and distinguish colors Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Work requires the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.*Jefferson County offers reasonable accommodation in the hiring and employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time.To Apply: Please complete the online application found at www.jeffcomo.org Resumes are accepted as supplemental information only and will not be used as a substitute for the application, you must complete the application in full.
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