Director of Code Enforcement

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Riverside County Code Enforcement Department, a key branch of the Transportation and Land Management Agency's (TLMA) Public Protection Group, is recruiting for a dynamic and experienced leader to serve as its next Director.

This vital role involves overseeing a department that plays a crucial part in maintaining community safety and well-being by enforcing county regulations on land use, zoning, illegal businesses, and community preservation.

The Director will collaborate with various county departments, including Animal Services, Environmental Health, Fire, Sheriff's, and the District Attorney's Office, to address a wide range of issues that impact the quality of life for Riverside County residents.

As the Director, the incumbent will oversee a variety of key programs, including the CalRecycle Farm & Ranch Solid Waste Cleanup and Abatement Grant Program, the CalRecycle Tire Team, and initiatives focused on commercial cannabis activities, abandoned vehicle abatement, community development, and fire hazard reduction.

The Director's leadership will be instrumental in continuing the department's mission to protect the environment, reduce health risks, and ensure that Riverside County remains a safe, thriving place for the community.

The ideal candidate is a career professional with robust experience in ordinance enforcement and a demonstrated ability in leading, motivating, and managing teams dedicated to upholding and enforcing local ordinances and laws.

This individual has a proven track record of managing high-stakes enforcement challenges while leading a staff of code enforcement officers or other enforcement staff, consistently ensuring compliance with land use, zoning, and community preservation regulations.

They possess deep knowledge of the legal frameworks governing ordinance enforcement and have successfully navigated the complexities of enforcing these laws in diverse community settings, demonstrating adaptability and understanding of diverse community needs and challenges.

This class has been designated At-Will by the Board of Supervisors, in accordance with the provisions provided under Article 6, Section 601E (8) of the County Management Resolution and will serve at the pleasure of either the TLMA Director or the Department Head.

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EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Oversee the Code Enforcement Department within the Transportation Land Management Agency (TLMA) and provide independent operational direction based on policy direction from the TLMA Executive Team.

• Direct and participate in the preparation of the annual budget; review plans, budgets, and expenditures with agency staff to ensure budget targets are met; prepare or supervise the preparation of grant proposals to secure special funding or the preparation of a variety of complex fiscal and management reports and correspondence.

• Review and evaluate effectiveness of financial, accounting, customer s...