Code Compliance Operations Administrator

City of Destin•Destin, FL

About The Position

This professional supervisory position oversees the operations of the City’s Code Compliance Division. The Administrator oversees administration and enforcement of City codes, ordinances, and applicable regulations to promote public safety, protect property values, and maintain community standards. The role supervises code compliance personnel, coordinates investigations and enforcement activities, and ensures consistent and fair application of requirements. It works collaboratively with City departments, residents, businesses, and external agencies to resolve violations and community concerns and achieve compliance. The Administrator develops and implements division procedures, monitors performance, manages resources, and provides technical guidance and recommendations to City leadership. The position also represents the City in assigned meetings and proceedings, oversees several permitting and enforcement programs, and is considered essential for post-incident damage-assessment inspections, including attendance immediately after events such as hurricane evacuations.

Requirements

Education equivalent to an associate degree from an accredited college or university, with major coursework in police science, political science, criminal justice, public or business administration, or a related field.
Five years of work experience in a municipal, state, or federal government setting.
At least three years of administrative and supervisory responsibility.
Any combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge and abilities will be considered.
Obtain Parking Enforcement Specialist (for civilians) certification within six months of hire.
Possess a valid Florida Driver’s License.
Pass a background check before appointment.

Nice To Haves

Florida Association of Code Enforcement (FACE) Level I, II, and III certifications are desired.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate commitment to Team Destin and its mission, vision, values, and goals, and represent the City professionally.
Contribute to the development and accomplishment of home-team work plans.
Maintain working knowledge of applicable policies, codes, ordinances, regulations, statutes, and Chapter 162 of the Florida Statutes.
Prepare staff reports and attend assigned committees, Board meetings, and Council meetings.
Oversee review, compliance, and enforcement for the Livery Vessel Permitting program.
Oversee review, compliance, and enforcement for the Beach Vendor Permitting program.
Oversee review, compliance, and enforcement for the Short-Term and Long-Term Rental permitting program.
Coordinate and assist with the electronic citation system used for parking violations.
Coordinate with FWC and the OCSO Marine Unit regarding violations and derelict vessels in Destin Harbor and City waterways.
Create and administer Code Compliance Division policies and procedures as directed by the City Manager and Community Development Director.
Serve as staff representative for the Code Compliance Special Magistrate and review case files for presentation to the Special Magistrate.
Respond promptly to citizen complaints and inquiries, follow up, close the communication loop, and, when needed, represent the City in legal proceedings.
Respond promptly to requests from the City Manager and other City staff, follow up, and close the request loop.
Compose legal notices for code compliance investigations and ensure they are handled in accordance with applicable laws.
Assist with preparing, interpreting, and updating City laws, regulations, and ordinances.
Ensure Code activities and goals are documented and tracked in the City’s code compliance system.
Attend immediately after events such as hurricane evacuations to perform post-incident damage-assessment inspections.
Perform other related duties as assigned.