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CODE ENFORCEMENT CHIEFSan Bernardino County, CA
Annual Base Salary$118,830 - $162,094
Total Salary & Benefit PackageUp to $221,904
CODE ENFORCEMENT San Bernardino County Code Enforcement is a division of the Land Use Services Department. Code Enforcement administers programs designed to protect the public’s safety, welfare, and property value through enforcement of San Bernardino County ordinances and State/Federal laws relating to land use, zoning, housing, public nuisances, and vehicle abatement within the unincorporated areas of the County.
THE POSITION Reporting to the Director of Land Use Services, the Code Enforcement Chief manages the Code Enforcement and Fire Hazard Abatement Division and oversees a staff of about 72 employees.
To continue in our tradition of providing exceptional customer service and ensuring the safety of our communities, the County seeks a proven code enforcement professional who will embrace innovation and lead the division and staff to fulfill our vision of a County where our visitors and citizens can confidently enjoy all our County has to offer.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develops ordinances, policies, programs and procedures to meet local needs, comply with regulatory requirements and improve service to the public. Develops recommendations for effective administrative procedures to bring violations into compliance. Maintains a data base regarding violation complaints and cases regarding enforcement issues.
• Plans, directs, and evaluates the work and training needs of a diverse staff. Reviews and recommends personnel actions. Interprets policies and procedures to staff and confers with them to resolve problems. Assists with complex field investigations of reported violations of County codes.
• Develops the division budget and cost recovery programs; monitors program expenditures. Ensures proper reporting of time and activities for cost reimbursement from grant sources. Researches and recommends alternative sources of funding for code enforcement and weed abatement activities. Makes recommendations related to program and service improvement.
• Acts as the County’s principal representative on code enforcement and weed abatement matters; serves as liaison with County departments, the Board of Supervisors, the community, and state, federal, and private organizations.
• Responds to public inquiries and citizen complaints; provides information and/or training and maintains effective and constructive public relations with citizens, citizen groups, local municipalities, businesses property owners, and tenants.
• Coordinates enforcement activities with personnel in other departments and facilitates discussions regarding plans of action most beneficial to County residents; coordinates County activities with federal, state, local cities and other jurisdictions as required.
• Promotes customer service programs; streamlines processes where possible; establishes an effective complaint resolution system.
• Authorizes the scheduling of all administrative hearing items with decision-making bodies; testifies at hearings.
THE OPPORTUNITY
DESIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIESLEADERSHIPAn inspirational leader who develops and cultivates leadership in others. Develops and promotes succession planning.Applies effective performance management skills.Demonstrates unquestionable integrity and high ethical standards.
RELATIONSHIP BUILDINGDemonstrates professional acumen and effectiveness.Team builder who fosters collaboration and empowers staff for strive for excellence.Nurtures productive relationships with key stakeholders.Connected, trustworthy, and empowering.
KNOWLEDGEExpert knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply Federal, State and local ordinances, codes, and regulations related to the areas of enforcement: land use, zoning, housing, public nuisances and, vehicle abatement.
COMMUNICATIONPossesses excellent oral and written communication skills.Creates an atmosphere of transparency, inclusiveness, and openness. Responsive to the concerns and issues of others.Participates in collaborative problem solving.
OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCEHas a vision for and excels in short-range and long-range planning. Demonstrates effective and decisive operational management skills. Excels in measuring and increasing performance against objectives. Holds themselves and others accountable for results.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in planning, business/public administration or another relevant field.
• Experience: Five years of supervision or administrative experience in a complex code enforcement, land use, planning, or zoning organization that is exposed to steady growth and development.
• Certifications: Certifications and memberships with related Code Enforcement organizations is highly encouraged.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATEThe ideal candidate will have the ability to implement the County’s vision of healthy communities, quality amenities, and diverse neighborhoods with a sense of place, history and culture. This candidate will possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills, enhancing the ability to lead a team toward this vision. This candidate will also excel in prioritizing limited and competing resources, while balancing economic growth with the natural environment and social infrastructure to complement the variety of neighborhoods throughout San Bernardino County. This ideal candidate must value diversity, innovation and sustainability for our communities.
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
COUNTY & COMMUNITY
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTYA GREAT PLACE TO LIVE, WORK, AND PLAYLocated in the heart of Southern California, San Bernardino County thrives on the diversity of our communities that offer families affordable housing, excellent schools, and community resources, including libraries, parks, hospitals, and international airports.
The County provides a safe, clean, and healthy environment with access to a variety of business and shopping opportunities, as well as cultural and educational enrichment opportunities through museums, theater, and higher education, including California State University San Bernardino, University of Redlands, and three Community College Districts.
As the largest County in the contiguous United States, the County encompasses over 20,160 miles of diverse geography and climate that includes snowcapped mountains, flowering deserts, and pristine valleys and lakes. Adjacent to Los Angeles and Orange Counties, we are but a short drive away from Southern California’s premier beaches, resort destinations, and major metropolitan centers.
The County has a population of over 2 million residents and is comprised of 24 incorporated cities and towns. As an employer, the County strives to provide its employees work-life balance; where you can enjoy all the amenities our County has to offer along with excellent career opportunities, a supportive work environment, and a competitive total compensation package.
The County is a dynamic charter county governed by a five-member Board of Supervisors, who, working through the Chief Executive Officer - Leonard X. Hernandez, the County Administrative Office, and a workforce of over 20,000 dedicated employees, are committed to sustaining a vision of “a complete county that capitalizes on the diversity of its people, its geography, and its economy to create a broad range of choices for its residents in how they live, work, and play.”
To learn more, please visit:
County: www.sbcounty.govCounty Vision: http://bit.ly/SBCounty_Vision
Code Enforcement: https://bit.ly/SBC_CodeEnforcement
SALARYThe County provides a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, with an annual salary range of $118,830 - $162,094* and step increases every 1040 service hours. The total compensation package, including salary and benefits is valued up to $221,904*.*Effective 7/31/21
BENEFITSRETIREMENT• County pension (www.sbcera.org) vested after five years of service.• Retirement Reciprocity with CalPERS, CalSTRS, and 1937 ACT plans.• 401(k) Defined Contribution Plan with 2 for 1 match, up to 8% of the base salary.• 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan with County contribution .5 times Employee contribution, up to .5%.• Retirement Medical Trust (RMT) County Contribution (based on service hours).
HEALTHCARE • Medical and Dental Insurance for the employee and eligible family members with premium subsidies.• County paid Vision Insurance for employee and eligible family members.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS• County paid basic life insurance with voluntary supplemental life insurance options including accidental death and
dismemberment.• County paid short-term and long-term disability benefits.• 14 paid holidays (13 fixed, 1 floating).• 80 hours of administrative leave with cash out option.
LEAVE PACKAGESThe County also offers an alternative Modified Benefit Option (MBO) that provides a wage differential of 4% above the base salary rate with modified benefits, including: use of increased pay rate to calculate County contributions to RMT, 401(k), and 457(b) plans, leave cash outs, and retirement contribution rate.
• Traditional Leave Package - Up to 160 hours of vacation accruals annually (based on service hours) with cash out option, paid sick leave with unlimited accrual; OR
• Modified Benefit Option Leave Package - Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) with cash out options.
COMPENSATION PACKAGE
HOW TO APPLYPlease apply on-line immediately at www.allianceRC.com. Resumes will be reviewed as they are submitted. The County will begin holding candidate interviews in mid-July 2021.
For questions, inquiries or candidate recommendations, please contact:
Sherrill Uyeda or Cindy Krebs
ALLIANCE RESOURCE CONSULTING LLC
Telephone: (562) 901-0769Email: [email protected] [email protected]
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