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Code Enforcement Manager

Jefferson County, Missouri - Government, Hillsboro, MO, United States


Under 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.

Essential Job Functions

Code Administration: As duly authorized under the direction of the County Services & Code Enforcement Director, perform certain duties with regard to administration of the Building Code, On-Site Sewage Treatment Code and Flood Prevention Ordinance; including publication of Technical Bulletins.

Staff Supervision: Plans, organizes, coordinates, trains, supervises and evaluates programs, plans, services, staffing, equipment, and infrastructure of the Code Enforcement Division.

Budget Administration: Prepares consolidated reports and manages the budget process, including developing and administering the approved budget.

Meeting Attendance & Coordination: Oversees Code Enforcement Division operations, represents construction matters before the County Code Commission, and participates in related board and staff meetings.

Development Planning: Provides professional direction that will facilitate the advancement of the quality of life of county residents through improved planning of construction and land development.

Policy Standardization: Studies and standardizes division policies and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations.

Recordkeeping: Maintain accurate records of inspections, violations, correspondence, and enforcement actions.

Reporting: Prepare statistical and narrative reports summarizing code enforcement activities and outcomes.

Plan Compliance: Administers licensing programs and reviews development plans, including floodplain projects, for compliance with County codes.

Liason: Interacts as necessary, with other county, state and federal agencies relative to the appropriate land use planning.

The individual in this role is expected to contribute to the team's efforts by completing other related tasks, as may be assigned.

Education and Experience 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 No specific training requisites are listed beyond the required certifications and licensing.

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

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

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)

Work Environment

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

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 climb and balance.

Work requires the ability to talk, hear, listen, and comprehend.

Work requires the ability to drive and/or operate mechanical equipment.

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.

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