Zoning Enforcement Supervisor, (B272122-1), 209, Building Code Enforcement

Supervises Zone Enforcement staff and provides assistance to customers. Leads field investigations and patrols City for code/ordinance violations, and issues warnings and citations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates Zoning Enforcement staff. Supervisory functions include providing recommendations regarding hiring and termination decisions; prioritizes assignments and directs work; develops and oversees employee work schedules and approves time away from work; provides and/or facilitates employee training and development; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; completes employee performance appraisals; and acts as liaison between employees and management.
• Enforces building and zoning violations.  Monitors status of cases; conducts ride-along with Zoning Officers to enforce, investigate, and issue citations.
• Provides customer service related to business registration, permits, and applications; assists with zoning questions; generates reports as directed.   Assists with board meeting and building commission meeting preparation.
• Maintains comprehensive records and prepares periodic reports concerning work orders, substandard structures, investigations, special task forces, and related departmental activities.
• Oversees the processing of amusement machine business applications and directs enforcement activities to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and requirements. 
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for city business use.
• Performs related work as required. 

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including computers and applicable software.
• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of employee supervision.
• Knowledge of basic math.

Skills and Abilities:

• Skill in customer service delivery.
• Skill in investigating and critical thinking.
• Skill in organization and time management.
• Ability to maintain professionalism.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. 
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirement

Position will have the following exposures

• Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
• Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment Locations 

Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
 

Seldom

• Confined space 

Sometimes

• Warehouse environment

Frequently

• Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site
• Vehicles

Often

Exposures

Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Never

• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Extreme cold (below 32 degress)
• Communicable diseases
• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles 
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Seldom

Frequently

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

Travel 

Position will require the employee to travel

Never:

• National travel
• International travel

Seldom:

• Regional travel

Often

• Local travel

Required Education and Experience 

• Associate's degree or sixty (60) college hours from an accredited* college or university in Criminal Justice, Business Administration, or related fields.

• At least five (5) years of experience in zoning enforcement, investigations, or related fields.

*Council of Higher Education Accreditation (C.H.E.A)  

Foreign Education: 

• Applicants who have completed education outside of the United States must submit a foreign credential evaluation completed by a professional credential evaluation agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). The evaluation must verify the U.S. equivalency of the degree and identify the comparable U.S. degree level. Applicants are responsible for obtaining and submitting the required evaluation documentation.

Note: The City of Laredo is not responsible for any fees associated with obtaining a foreign credential evaluation or educational equivalency documentation.

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

The following Licenses and/or Certifications must be obtained after employment. Continued employment is contingent on successfully obtaining required certification(s) and/or license(s) within the specified period of time indicated from the time of hire.

• State Certification as a Zoning Enforcement Officer or Code Enforcement Officer must be obtained within twelve (12) months of employment

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.