Job description
Coordinates, directs, and supervises the overall operations and all work activities of the Code Enforcement Division.
Directly supervises the Code Enforcement Officer and Code Enforcement Tech; issuing instructions and assigning duties; reviewing work; and conducting performance evaluations.
Investigates and resolves complaints and violations with complainant or violators.
Investigates citizens Code Enforcement Division complaints.
Issues summons, citations, warnings and prepare information for presentation to the appropriate authority.
Maintains records of complaints, violations, rechecks, and dispositions, performing follow up on all complaints and violations until resolved.
Coordinates services with other County Departments.
Maintains statistical data related to Code Enforcement performance.
Coordinates with County Attorney Office to ensure legal requirements are followed.
Identify priorities for the Code Enforcement Division.
Develop and maintain a Standard Operating Procedure for the Code Enforcement Division.
Identify and seek out needed training for the Code Enforcement Division.
Work with Community Development Director, Building & Code Enforcement Manager and the County Attorney’s Office to identify Ordinances that may need updated or developed.
Coordinates with other agencies so as to further enforce all county code compliance efforts.
Presents evidence and testimony to La Plata County BoCC.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Regular and predictable attendance required.
MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED :
General Office Equipment
Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. Bachelor Degree preferred; and,
Minimum of four (4) years' experience working with the public in code enforcement, regulatory enforcement, investigative work, complaint processing or other related fields; and,
Minimum of two (2) years' experience supervising and managing employees in a similar work environment.
Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Licenses and Certifications:
Valid State Driver's License.
Local, state, and federal legal requirements, codes and regulations applicable to the inspection of buildings, appurtenances, grading, stormwater management, and related improvements. Construction methods and procedures. The organization and function of agencies involved in the construction and inspection process. The principles and practices of supervision.
Skill in:
The interpretation of complex plans, diagrams, blueprints and specifications. Analyzing problems related to the building inspection process and in negotiating effective solutions.
Public speaking.
Planning, organizing, assigning, directing, reviewing and evaluating the work of staff.
Selecting and motivating staff and providing for their training and professional development.
Using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up assignments with a minimum of direction.
Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
Applying logical thinking to solve problems or accomplish tasks; to understand, interpret and communicate complicated policies, procedures and protocols.
Communicating clearly and effectively, orally and in writing.
Analyzing and resolving office administrative situations and problems.
Researching, compiling, and summarizing a variety of informational and statistical data and materials.
Communicating orally with internal staff, citizens, and other departmental staff in order to give and receive information in a courteous manner.
Ability to:
Ability to plan, direct and coordinate the work of subordinate staff.
Ability to enforce and interpret regulations in accordance with appropriate codes and regulations.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional periodicals and journals, technical procedures and government regulations.
Ability to deal with problems and stressful situations involving several variables in changing situations.
Ability to speak effectively before public groups and respond to questions.
Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with county officials and employees, contractors, architects, property owners, and the public.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Non-Discrimination and Affirmative Action Statement
La Plata County prohibits discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with La Plata County on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or genetic information.
La Plata County is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. La Plata County takes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for protected classes, persons with disabilities and for covered veterans. Covered veterans include: special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Vietnam era veterans, or any other veterans who served on active duty during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaignbadge was authorized.
Inquiries regarding La Plata County's equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to:
Director of Human Resources
1101 E 2nd Avenue
Durango, CO 81301
Tel: (970)382-6361
Fax: (970)375-7985
Email: HR@co.laplata.co.us
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