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Assistant Code Compliance Manager ($5,000 RECRUITMENT INCENTIVE BONUS)

Sunrise, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$78K/yr - $110K/yr

The City of Sunrise is a vibrant community committed to service excellence and teamwork. They are seeking an Assistant Code Compliance Manager to oversee the Code Enforcement Division, ensuring compliance with city codes and ordinances through supervision, field inspections, and staff management.

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Responsibilities

Provides first line supervision and oversight of the Code Enforcement Division

Directs and supervises assigned staff; refers complaints to code officers for verification and determination of the nature of the violation; and assigns complaints to cases; and reviews case files for accuracy, completeness, etc

Prioritizes and oversees works and assists with scheduling of assigned code officers; prepares performance reviews by providing ongoing and formal feedback through monitoring of team productivity and meeting division measures and individual objectives

Supervises field inspections for compliance with ordinances governing enforcement; reviews reports and documents generated by code officers for accuracy, nature of violation encountered, and decides proper action

Interprets City Code and City policies and procedures related to assigned areas

Confers with other City departments on matters relating to zoning regulations and building codes and procedures; testifies at the Special Magistrate hearings in violation cases; and confers with City legal staff in settlement of cases

Coordinate attendance and participation of staff to provide education and outreach at various City events, home owners association meetings; etc

Assists supervisors with the supervision, collection, and enforcement of local business tax receipts and with the implementation/administration of special programs and registrations

Communicates with the public, property owners, business owners, other City departments, City management, and elected officials regarding inquiries, complaints, and code issues

Functions as mid-level advisor to department staff

Maintains performance measures and submits periodic reports reflecting cases processed, inspections performed, and other enforcement related activities

Performs inspections and surveillance to secure compliance relative to code violations

Works on various assigned projects

Performs various administrative tasks (personnel, IT, procurement, financial, fleet, or recruitment)

Assist other code officers with difficult cases; serve as backup when code officers are on leave; present cases for other code officers on leave at Special Magistrate Hearings

Communicates with respondents and general public to explain and interpret City codes, and advises respondents of expected time frame to correct the infraction; collaborates with internal and external customers to ensure all requirements for reconciliation of violations are provided

Acts in the absence of supervisor

Performs related work as required and assigned

Ability to work weekdays and weekends

Qualification

Florida Association of Code Enforcement Level IIInvestigativeEnforcement experienceSupervisory experienceZoning regulationsProperty maintenance codesLocal business tax receiptsCustomer service skillsIndependent judgmentCommunication skillsTeamwork

Required

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in job related or closely related field

PROOF OF EDUCATION MUST BE SUBMITTED AS AN ATTACHMENT WITH APPLICATION. (Applications without attached proof of education will not be processed for consideration.)

Considerable progressively responsible experience in investigative and enforcement of code or work similar in nature

Reasonable supervisory experience required

Florida Association of Code Enforcement Level I – Fundamentals of Code Enforcement (Please upload proof with your application)

Florida Association of Code Enforcement Level II – Administrative Aspects of Code Enforcement Certification required or must be obtained within 24 months of employment

Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Must obtain a valid Florida driver's license prior to hire

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public by telephone and personal contact

Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to, word processor, calculator, copier, and fax machine

Standing, walking, and moving considerable distance on a limited basis

Some climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, sitting, pushing, and pulling

Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions and varying temperatures, including inclement weather

Ability to perform minimal lifting, not to exceed 30 pounds of force, which may be required on a regular basis

Physical ability to use and operate City vehicle for extended period of time, including utilization as field office, and entering and exiting vehicles various times throughout the day

Knowledge relating to the enforcement of City codes and applicable state laws

Knowledge of zoning and property maintenance codes, regulations, rules, and procedures

Knowledge of the issuance and enforcement of local business tax receipts

Knowledge of the principles and procedures of modern office administration

Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices

Skill in applying sound principles of independent judgment and discretion during enforcement activities

Skill in the operation of personal computers, related peripherals, and various software packages

Ability to meet with the general public while providing excellent customer service

Ability to explain and enforce regulations firmly, impartially, and with respect for individual rights

Ability to delegate orders; establish rules; and set policies, objectives, and goals for division employees

Ability to plan, assign, supervise, and review the work of staff engaged in code enforcement tasks in a manner conducive to acceptable performance and high morale

Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally, and in writing

Ability to prepare written records and reports

Ability to recommend changes, revisions, or amendments to codes, ordinances, and standards pertaining to enforceable provisions of code and local business tax receipts

Ability to exercise judgment in interpreting department and City policies, rules, and regulations

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials of other City departments, representatives of private organizations, staff, and the general public

Ability to prepare accurate reports of violations and investigations

Provides team guidance for the Division based on experience and judgement

Monitors day to day operations of the Division and makes recommendations for improvements to daily operations and processes for code officers

Prepares schedules for personnel and daily work assignments, including assigning code officers' zones

Prepares performance evaluations of employees within the division

Meets with property owners and home owners' associations, the general public or civic groups to discuss code issues

Researches public records for property ownership, liens and other legal documents

Responsible for insuring that all active and inactive files are properly maintained and disposed of in accordance with the State and City records management plan

Ability to attend board meetings including evenings

Ability to handle heavy workload and deal with emergency situations

Ability to interpret site plans and maps

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and use tact and independent judgement to address escalated situations

Ability to work independently

Ability to interpret City Land Development Codes, Municipal Code, Zoning Ordinances, and Florida Statutes

Ability to access, operate, and maintain various software applications

Preferred

Knowledge of local business tax receipts is preferred

Florida Association of Code Enforcement Level III – Legal Issues in Code is preferred

Benefits

5% Supplemental Pay

City-Paid Medical Benefits

Group Health Insurance: The City pays for 100% of the cost for single coverage for full-time employees and 66.66% of cost for Dependent/Family Coverage. Upon retirement and separation from City employment, employee receives a monthly stipend of $350 per month, applicable toward retiree health coverage.

Life Insurance: $50,000

Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D): $50,000

Eye Care Reimbursement – Up to $250 every two (2) fiscal years (Employee only)

EKG/Stress Test – Up to $150 reimbursement per fiscal year (Employee only)

Physical Examination – Up to $250 reimbursement per fiscal year (Employee only)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Cigna Behavioral

Retirement

Employee Contribution = 8%

Vesting = 10 Years

Average Final Compensation (AFC) = 2.5% of pensionable earnings for each year of creditable service

Maximum Benefit = 80% of AFC, not to exceed $80,000.

Normal Retirement = Age 62 and ten (10) years of creditable service.

Early Retirement = Age 57 and ten (10) years of creditable service, 3% annual reduction for each year prior to normal retirement age.

13th check based on monthly retirement, payable if the pension plan funding status is equal to or greater than 100%. Paid in December each year following retirement.

Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) = 4 years/48 months maximum.

DROP Interest Rate = 4%, compounded annually.

Longevity

Based on successful completion of full-time, continuous service with the City, employee shall receive the following:

Years of Creditable Service Longevity Benefit*

10 Years 2.5%

15 Years 2.5%

20 Years 5.0%

* Longevity Benefit calculated on employee’s base rate of pay

Paid Holidays

Employees receive the following City-paid holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, 4th of July, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans’ Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day

Annual Leave

Annual leave may be taken as earned. Maximum accumulation each fiscal year is 360 hours. At time of resignation or retirement, employee is paid for all annual leave accrued at their current rate of pay. Annual leave is accrued based on continuous, full-time service with the City, as follows:

Completed Months of Service Total Hours/Days Accrued Annually Up to and including first 60 months 128 hours/16 Days Greater than 60 months through 120 months 168 hours/21 Days Greater than 120 months through 204 months 208 hours/26 Days Greater than 204 months 248 hours/31 Days

Annual Leave Cash Out

Employee can opt to receive a non-pensionable cash payment twice per year for up to forty (40) hours of annual leave, provided accrued annual leave bank does not fall below eighty (80) hours.

Floating Holidays

Upon completion of (26) weeks of full-time employment with the City, employee shall be entitled to utilize up to five (5) floating holidays per fiscal year. Floating holidays shall not carry over to the next fiscal year.

Perfect Attendance

For every six (6) months period (April 1 - September 30) and (October 1 - March 31) in which, no sick or unpaid leave is utilized, an employee shall receive ten (10) hours of annual leave credited. Employees who qualify for a consecutive Perfect Attendance benefit shall receive (14) hours of annual leave credited for each consecutive earning period.

Sick Leave

Each employee earns (96) hours (12 days) of sick leave annually with no waiting period for use and maximum accrual of 1,440 hours. Upon separation of City employment due to resignation, employee shall receive payment of all accrued sick leave at a rate of twenty-five percent (25%) of the employee’s current rate of pay at time of resignation. Upon separation of employment due to retirement, employee shall receive payment of all accrued sick leave at a rate of fifty percent (50%) of the employee’s current rate of pay at the time of retirement.

Sick Leave Conversion

After completion of one (1) year of continuous, full-time employment with the City, an employee may convert their unused portion of their first six (6) days (maximum of forty-eight (48) hours) of accrued sick leave into annual leave. Conversions are subject to the following: A minimum of 96 unused sick leave hours accrued prior to hours being converted, total eligible sick leave hours to be converted shall be reduced hour-for-hour by any sick leave hours utilized during the eligible benefit period, and conversion subject to annual leave accrual cap.

Bereavement Leave

Qualifying City-paid Bereavement Leave as follows: In State = Up to 3 Days, Out of State = Up to 5 Days

Tuition Reimbursement

After (2) two years of continuous full-time employment: 100% reimbursement for a grade of A or B, 50% reimbursement for a grade of C, $500 books/lab reimbursement per semester

Credit Union

We Florida Financial Bank & Credit Union – 8890 NW 44th Street, Sunrise, FL 33351

Optional Voluntary Benefits (paid by the employee)

Single or Family Dental Insurance

Single or Family Vision Insurance

Accident Advantage

Life Insurance

Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Long Term Care Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

Critical Care Protection