Code Enforcement Manager
About The Position
The City of Sandy Springs is seeking a driven, experienced, and community-focused leader to serve as our next Code Enforcement Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing team dedicated to protecting public health, safety, property standards, and quality of life in one of Georgia’s premier communities. As the Code Enforcement Manager, you will oversee the City’s Code Enforcement Division, providing strategic leadership, operational oversight, and hands-on guidance in the enforcement of municipal codes and ordinances related to property maintenance, nuisance abatement, signage, housing, land use, noise control, and environmental compliance. This role is ideal for a collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values customer service, and can confidently balance enforcement, professionalism, empathy, and problem-solving.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Fire Technology, Environmental Studies, Law Enforcement, Construction Technology, Public Administration, or a related field
- Five (5) years of code enforcement experience, including at least two (2) years of supervisory experience
- Georgia Association of Code Enforcement Level I & II Certifications
- Georgia Soil and Water Level 1B Certification
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in a related field
- Eight (8) years of progressively responsible code enforcement experience with significant supervisory or management responsibility
- Certified Code Enforcement Administrator and/or ICC Property & Housing Certification
- Strong knowledge of municipal codes, inspection practices, legal procedures, and regulatory compliance
- Experience developing policies, improving operational procedures, and leading enforcement programs
- A confident and approachable leader
- Skilled in conflict resolution and public interaction
- Experienced in municipal code enforcement operations
- Comfortable making decisions in high-pressure situations
- Passionate about maintaining safe, attractive, and thriving communities
- Committed to fairness, consistency, and excellent customer service
Responsibilities
- Supervise, mentor, coach, and evaluate Code Enforcement staff and supervisors
- Foster a culture centered on professionalism, accountability, responsiveness, and customer service
- Coordinate training, scheduling, workload management, and performance development
- Provide technical guidance and support on complex enforcement matters
- Direct investigations, inspections, and enforcement activities
- Ensure consistent interpretation and enforcement of City ordinances and regulations
- Review inspection reports, case files, citations, and enforcement documentation for quality and accuracy
- Conduct field observations and assist with escalated or sensitive cases
- Work closely with residents, landlords, contractors, business owners, elected officials, and other stakeholders
- Resolve complaints, disputes, and complex compliance issues with professionalism and diplomacy
- Promote proactive, customer-focused enforcement practices that improve neighborhoods and community standards
- Prepare notices of violation, citations, and court-related documentation
- Represent the City in municipal and environmental court proceedings
- Recommend ordinance updates, operational improvements, and process enhancements
- Participate in after-hours response activities, including noise complaints and emergency situations
- Coordinate with Police, dispatch, and City leadership as needed
- Assist with special projects, City initiatives, and interdepartmental collaboration efforts
Benefits
- Three competitive medical plan options for you and your family, along with dental and vision coverage
- 10 paid holidays per year, plus 1 floating holiday
- Accrued paid vacation and sick leave
- City-paid life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
- A City-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- The City contributes 12% of your base salary to a 401(a) plan
- The City matches up to 5% of your contributions to a 457(b) plan
- Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year after one year of service toward a relevant degree
- Identity Theft Insurance
- Access to an on-site gym
- FirstNet (AT&T) phone discount
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
