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Enforcement Manager
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Description
Westerville is a vibrant city of more than 40,000 residents and a leader in job creation in the region. The community boasts 41 parks and a recently expanded, state-of-the-art, indoor recreation facility. Westerville is also home to a historic Uptown, which has recently secured an APA Ohio Great Place in Ohio award. If this sounds like a community you want to be a part of, apply now!
Under the general direction of the Director or Deputy Director of Planning and Development, the Enforcement Manager is responsible for supervising and managing the Citywide Maintenance program; ensuring compliance with city ordinances, codes, and regulations related to zoning, land use, nuisance housing, building codes, health and safety, blight, graffiti, and wastewater; conducting field inspections; recommending code changes.
SUPERVISION
Under the general direction of the Director or Deputy Director of Planning and Development.
Essential Functions Of Work
Calculator, computer, computer software (e.g., Microsoft Office and other applicable computer software programs), mobile phone, copier, scanner, telephone, postage machine, and other standard modern business office equipment, motor vehicle, digital camera, Luminance meter, footcandle/lux meter, decibel meter, multi-band radio, and safety gear.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
Has exposure to chemical compounds found in an office environment (e.g., toner, correction fluid, etc.); works in the vicinity of floor or wall openings, elevated platforms, and/or runways; ascends and/or descends ladders, stairs, or scaffolds; works in an area in which the means of egress is or can be obstructed; works on and around powered platforms and/or vehicle mounted platforms; is exposed to environmental conditions which may result in injury from fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and/or poorly ventilated work areas; is exposed to possible injury from extremely noisy conditions above 85db; is exposed to possible injury from hazardous gases, chemicals, flammables, or air contaminants; is exposed to possible injury from hazardous waste; is exposed to possible injury due to unclean or unsanitary conditions; is exposed to possible injury as a result of working with moving mechanical parts of equipment or machines; is exposed to possible injury as a result of falling from high places; works in or around crowds; has contact with potentially violent or emotionally distraught persons; works second or third shift; has exposure to secondhand smoke; this is considered light work and the employee must demonstrate the ability to perform the physical demands required of the position in accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor’s physical demands strength ratings.
In cases of emergency, unpredictable situations, and/or department needs, may be required to lift, push, pull, and/or carry objects heavier than D.O.L. strength ratings recommend.
Positions Directly Supervised
Enforcement Officer, Technical Support Specialist and Intern.
Minimum Requirements Of Work
ABILITY TO: learn and interpret the City's Zoning Ordinance and the Property Maintenance Code; read and interpret construction files, plans, and blueprints; conduct research and analyze information; negotiate with property owners and others; make recommendations in compliance with zoning ordinances and codes; establish and maintain effective working relationships with citizens, other employees, builders, developers, property owners, and contractors; learn and understand the required processes and procedures for land development, variance and rezoning processes and practices; gather evidence, interview individuals, recognizes inconsistencies, analyze deficiencies and prepare reports on observations made during an investigation; use technical and photographic equipment for visual evidence and measurement of light /glare, and sound levels; read and interpret plans, specifications, and structural engineering drawings; effectively supervise staff by providing appropriate guidance, judgment, motivation and leadership; effectively train subordinates; provide problem solving solutions to community leaders regarding property maintenance issues; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all level of employees throughout the City, and to interact effectively with City officials and the public; negotiate and use conflict resolution skills to solve problems; prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports; work nights and weekends when required, for complaint investigations or citizen meetings; walk on uneven, rough terrain to conduct zoning inspections; drive a motor vehicle to zoning inspection sites; maintain complete records and documentation of actions; use PC database management programs; demonstrate professionalism; apply management principles to solve agency problems*.
Health Benefits
Employees pay 15% of the monthly medical insurance premium through United Healthcare which includes prescription coverage. Employee, Employee plus child(ren), Employee plus spouse and family coverage is available. However, a spouse who has affordable health care coverage through their employer must elect that coverage as primary. The City health care plan is a high deductible healthcare plan.
HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT
Annually, the City will deposit 85% of your health insurance deductible amount into an HSA account in your name.
VISION AND DENTAL
The City pays 100% of the premium for dental and vision. Coverage levels will be explained in further detail at time of hire.
LIFE INSURANCE
The City pays 100% of the premium on a $100,000 life insurance policy for employee and $10,000 for spouse and $5,000 for child.
RETIREMENT PENSION
The City contributes 14% monthly toward retirement benefits offered through the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System. The employee pension payment share is 10% of gross salary.
VACATION
New employees accrue two weeks of paid vacation every year. Vacation time increases with length of service time.
PERSONAL LEAVE
Employees receive 6 prorated days of personal leave annually.
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Do you possess a bachelor’s degree in zoning, planning, public policy, or a related field?
Do you have over five (5) years of relevant experience in zoning, planning, inspection, or enforcement work?
How did you learn about this position?
Westerville is a vibrant city of more than 40,000 residents and a leader in job creation in the region. The community boasts 41 parks and a recently expanded, state-of-the-art, indoor recreation facility. Westerville is also home to a historic Uptown, which has recently secured an APA Ohio Great Place in Ohio award. If this sounds like a community you want to be a part of, apply now!
Under the general direction of the Director or Deputy Director of Planning and Development, the Enforcement Manager is responsible for supervising and managing the Citywide Maintenance program; ensuring compliance with city ordinances, codes, and regulations related to zoning, land use, nuisance housing, building codes, health and safety, blight, graffiti, and wastewater; conducting field inspections; recommending code changes.
SUPERVISION
Under the general direction of the Director or Deputy Director of Planning and Development.
Essential Functions Of Work
- Manage and supervise all assigned employees (e.g., schedule and assign tasks; interview job applicants; recommend the hiring of job applicants; recommend discipline; recommend and adjust pay assignments; evaluate performance; receive and adjust grievances or employee complaints; approve and recommend the approval of leave requests; attend or participate in meetings in which policy questions are reviewed or discussed; develop and implement policy; recommend policy changes; etc.).
- Supervise and manage the Citywide Maintenance program; ensure compliance with applicable ordinances, codes, and regulations related to zoning, land use, nuisance housing, building codes, health and safety, blight, graffiti, and wastewater; perform technical and complex tasks related to assigned responsibilities; ensure work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Review subordinate reports to ensure thorough and correct processing of inspections, investigations, and complaints; review draft written notices of violation for technical correctness and proper remedies; approve final written correspondence and notices prepared by subordinates; oversee case preparation for litigation, including evidence collection and photographic documentation; observe and evaluate subordinates providing court testimony
- Conduct field inspections; provide guidance to subordinates on properties with multiple violations; meet with and respond to Board of Building Adjustments and staff on zoning enforcement and property maintenance issues; review target areas and BZA's authority to hear Board and Building Appeals; conduct presentations to civic groups on code requirements; work with neighborhoods and civic groups to resolve zoning and property maintenance issues; interact with local, county, state, and federal agencies for complaint resolution and enforcement.
- Participate in the development of division, department, and City goals and objectives; recommend code changes to City management and officials; make presentations to City Council, Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Uptown Review Board; assist with preparation of the Division budget; develop monthly and annual reports; develop programs and identify resources; direct eligible recipients to public and private service assistance agencies; provide information to the public on code enforcement issues and policies; develop public information sources using various multimedia outlets.
- Meet all job safety requirements and all applicable safety standards that pertain to essential functions; must demonstrate regular and predictable attendance; maintain required licenses and/or certifications; attend meetings or other job-related functions outside of normal working hours, as required.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Calculator, computer, computer software (e.g., Microsoft Office and other applicable computer software programs), mobile phone, copier, scanner, telephone, postage machine, and other standard modern business office equipment, motor vehicle, digital camera, Luminance meter, footcandle/lux meter, decibel meter, multi-band radio, and safety gear.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
Has exposure to chemical compounds found in an office environment (e.g., toner, correction fluid, etc.); works in the vicinity of floor or wall openings, elevated platforms, and/or runways; ascends and/or descends ladders, stairs, or scaffolds; works in an area in which the means of egress is or can be obstructed; works on and around powered platforms and/or vehicle mounted platforms; is exposed to environmental conditions which may result in injury from fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and/or poorly ventilated work areas; is exposed to possible injury from extremely noisy conditions above 85db; is exposed to possible injury from hazardous gases, chemicals, flammables, or air contaminants; is exposed to possible injury from hazardous waste; is exposed to possible injury due to unclean or unsanitary conditions; is exposed to possible injury as a result of working with moving mechanical parts of equipment or machines; is exposed to possible injury as a result of falling from high places; works in or around crowds; has contact with potentially violent or emotionally distraught persons; works second or third shift; has exposure to secondhand smoke; this is considered light work and the employee must demonstrate the ability to perform the physical demands required of the position in accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor’s physical demands strength ratings.
In cases of emergency, unpredictable situations, and/or department needs, may be required to lift, push, pull, and/or carry objects heavier than D.O.L. strength ratings recommend.
Positions Directly Supervised
Enforcement Officer, Technical Support Specialist and Intern.
Minimum Requirements Of Work
- Possession of a bachelor’s degree in zoning, planning, public policy, or a related field.
- Over five (5) years of relevant experience in zoning, planning, inspection, or enforcement work.
- ICC Certified Zoning Inspector preferred.
- ICC Certified Property Maintenance & Housing Inspector preferred.
- ICC Certified Code Enforcement Officer preferred.
- Must possess and maintain a valid State of Ohio driver’s license and must remain insurable under the City’s vehicle insurance policy.
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Any combination of education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the minimum qualifications stated above.
ABILITY TO: learn and interpret the City's Zoning Ordinance and the Property Maintenance Code; read and interpret construction files, plans, and blueprints; conduct research and analyze information; negotiate with property owners and others; make recommendations in compliance with zoning ordinances and codes; establish and maintain effective working relationships with citizens, other employees, builders, developers, property owners, and contractors; learn and understand the required processes and procedures for land development, variance and rezoning processes and practices; gather evidence, interview individuals, recognizes inconsistencies, analyze deficiencies and prepare reports on observations made during an investigation; use technical and photographic equipment for visual evidence and measurement of light /glare, and sound levels; read and interpret plans, specifications, and structural engineering drawings; effectively supervise staff by providing appropriate guidance, judgment, motivation and leadership; effectively train subordinates; provide problem solving solutions to community leaders regarding property maintenance issues; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all level of employees throughout the City, and to interact effectively with City officials and the public; negotiate and use conflict resolution skills to solve problems; prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports; work nights and weekends when required, for complaint investigations or citizen meetings; walk on uneven, rough terrain to conduct zoning inspections; drive a motor vehicle to zoning inspection sites; maintain complete records and documentation of actions; use PC database management programs; demonstrate professionalism; apply management principles to solve agency problems*.
Health Benefits
Employees pay 15% of the monthly medical insurance premium through United Healthcare which includes prescription coverage. Employee, Employee plus child(ren), Employee plus spouse and family coverage is available. However, a spouse who has affordable health care coverage through their employer must elect that coverage as primary. The City health care plan is a high deductible healthcare plan.
HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT
Annually, the City will deposit 85% of your health insurance deductible amount into an HSA account in your name.
VISION AND DENTAL
The City pays 100% of the premium for dental and vision. Coverage levels will be explained in further detail at time of hire.
LIFE INSURANCE
The City pays 100% of the premium on a $100,000 life insurance policy for employee and $10,000 for spouse and $5,000 for child.
RETIREMENT PENSION
The City contributes 14% monthly toward retirement benefits offered through the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System. The employee pension payment share is 10% of gross salary.
VACATION
New employees accrue two weeks of paid vacation every year. Vacation time increases with length of service time.
PERSONAL LEAVE
Employees receive 6 prorated days of personal leave annually.
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Do you possess a bachelor’s degree in zoning, planning, public policy, or a related field?
- Yes
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No
Do you have over five (5) years of relevant experience in zoning, planning, inspection, or enforcement work?
- Yes
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No
How did you learn about this position?
- www.westerville.org website
- Governmentjobs.com website
- Indeed.com (career board)
- LinkedIn.com (career board)
- Careerbuilder.com (career board)
- City Employee
- Friend
- Career (Job) Fair
- CareerBoard.com (career board)
- Other website not listed
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