Code Compliance Supervisor

About the Department

TARGET ENTRY SALARY: $71,912 - $75,507

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.

Position Duties

Essential Functions: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• 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's 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:
A valid State driver’s license is required.
At least one Florida Association of Code Enforcement Certification is preferred. 
 
This position is required to operate the below equipment, machines, tools, and other work aides:
City vehicle, digital camera, personal computer, staple gun, measuring wheel, posting stakes, hammer, sign tool for sign removal & installation, and other equipment as assigned. Use of Accela, MSWord, Excel, and Web software applications.
 
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:
Bachelor’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.
 
 

Other Qualifications

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

Clearwater is a city located in Pinellas County, Florida, United States, northwest of Tampa and St. Petersburg. To the west of Clearwater lies the Gulf of Mexico and to the southeast lies Tampa Bay.