Code Enforcement Manager

City of Clarksville•BUILDING and CODES - 100 South Spring Street Clarksville, TN

About The Position

This is the third of three levels in the Code Enforcement series. Incumbents supervise lower level employees and coordinate code enforcement activities. Responsible for all abatement equipment and activities, including employees supervised at this level. Responsibilities may include implementing departmental goals and City ordinances; establishing work plans; managing the storage and retrieval of data; reviewing the work of subordinates; preparing and reviewing operational reports; and performing the duties of the lower levels. This position will remain open through October 13, 2026, or until filled. An attached resume is preferred in addition to a completed application. Salary will be based on education and experience.

Requirements

  • Associate's degree in Business, Public Administration, Police Science, or a related field.
  • Three (3) years experience in code enforcement.
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the jib's essential duties.
  • Possession of a valid driver's license.
  • Knowledge of: Supervisory principles; Training principles; Applicable Federal, State, and local codes, laws, rules, and regulations; Code enforcement principles and practices; Customer service principles; Data management principles; Mathematical principles; Computers and related software applications.
  • Skill in: Supervising and evaluating employees; Prioritizing and assigning work; Training subordinates on work methods; Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, rules, and regulations; Conducting field inspections; Resolving conflicts; Performing mathematical calculations; Providing customer service; Using computers and related software applications; Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with subordinates, coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc., sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.

Responsibilities

  • Manages staff to include: prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff are trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures, maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
  • Recommends and implements departmental goals and operating policies and procedures and monitors compliance.
  • Manages the storage and retrieval of data which includes verifying data, reviewing data, and ensuring data compliance with department goals.
  • Inspects systems, equipment, and/or structures and ensures safety requirements are met.
  • Secures, locks, and opens buildings as necessary.
  • Responsible for ordering supplies.
  • Assigns, reviews, and performs field inspections of dwellings, residences, and property; ensures adherence to all established municipal codes, ordinances, and regulations; completes and reviews necessary documentation and maintains records of activities.
  • Receives complaints and/or concerns regarding code and zoning violations from citizens, management, legal staff, and coworkers; responds with updates to these concerns; handles irate citizens and troubleshoots problem situations; serves as a liaison between contractors, developers, and/or City personnel.
  • Prepares financial and operational reports, records appropriate liens for abatement activities.
  • Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
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