NEOGOV · 14 hours ago
CODE ENFORCEMENT MANAGER
Gastonia, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$73K/yr - $117K/yr
4+ years expNEOGOV is looking for a Code Enforcement Manager to oversee the daily operations of the Code Enforcement Division in the City of Gastonia. The role involves enforcing city ordinances, managing staff, and ensuring compliance with housing and property maintenance standards to enhance community quality of life.
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Responsibilities
Oversees and is accountable for Code Enforcement Division operations, including minimum housing, commercial property maintenance, zoning compliance, and nuisance abatement in accordance with the City’s Code of Ordinances and Unified Development Ordinance
Enforces applicable chapters of the City Code and conducts property research to determine ownership and compliance
Prepare cost estimates for residential and nonresidential properties in violation of City ordinances
Engage with property owners, developers, and contractors to discuss findings and compliance requirements
Supervises Code Enforcement Officers and support staff by assigning work, establishing schedules, monitoring progress, and ensuring quality and consistency of enforcement activities
Assists the Director with annual budget preparation; approves and monitors authorized expenditures
Recommends cases for legal action and coordinates with the City Attorney
Schedules and facilitates hearings; participates in and provides testimony for appeals before boards or commissions
Responds to citizen inquiries and complaints, including sensitive or high-profile cases, using mediation, negotiation, and conflict-resolution techniques
Utilizes City software systems and Microsoft Office applications to maintain records, prepare reports, and support operational needs
Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with employees, leadership, property owners, community groups, and the public
Brings a customer-service mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement
Exhibits strong leadership and soft skills, including accountability, adaptability, collaboration, multitasking, and prioritization
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in construction management, planning, business, public administration, or closely related field, or a vocational/technical degree or specialized training equivalent to two years of college education
Minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in construction, business management, code enforcement, or closely related field
Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the position will be considered
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history
Possession of or obtain Certified Zoning Official Certification issued by North Carolina Association of Zoning Officials within 24 months of hire
Possession of or obtain North Carolina Association of Housing Code Officials (NCAHCO) certification within two (2) years of hire
Possession of or obtain National Incident Management System (NIMS) Training: ICS-100, ICS-200 and IS-700 within two (2) years of hire
Preferred
Two (2) years of supervisory experience preferred
Benefits
High Deductible Health Plan with HSA
Dental
Vision
Life
Supplemental Insurance Plans
Pension (Local Government Employees' Retirement System)
401(k)
457
Short-term/Long-term Disability
Dependent Care Plan
Employee Assistance Program
On-Site Health Clinic
Employee Educational Assistance Program
Sick Leave (12 days per year)
Initial Employment Vacation: Starting at 12 days per year
Holidays (11 days per year)
Personal Day (1 day per year)
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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