CODE ENFORCEMENT MANAGER (NON-CLASSIFIED*)

The Position

The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of Code Enforcement Manager (Non-Classified*) to fill one (1) vacancy in the Code Enforcement Division of the Community and Economic Development Department. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

*This position is designated as Non-Classified and is exempt from the classified service. The Incumbent shall be appointed "at-will" and serve at the pleasure of the City Council.

The City of Riverside is seeking a highly experienced professional to serve as the Code Enforcement Manager, a key senior leadership role within the Community and Economic Development Department. The successful candidate will oversee all activities within the Code Enforcement Division, which works to improve community safety, aesthetics, and quality of life through education, cooperation, and enforcement of municipal codes. This role involves managing complex programs such as abandoned vehicle abatement, environmental enforcement, and vendor compliance, as well as overseeing staff recruitment, training, and evaluation, and administering the division’s budget.

The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking, experienced leader with a strong understanding of regulatory environments, evolving enforcement practices, and compliance tools, adept at balancing community needs with municipal standards. They possess excellent communication skills, confidence in public representation, and the ability to engage authentically with residents and stakeholders, all while maintaining a strategic, solutions-oriented approach. Embracing modern technology and innovative practices, they leverage data and digital tools to enhance transparency, service delivery, and internal efficiency. Known for building strong relationships, negotiating effectively, and fostering teamwork, they uphold core City values of service, integrity, collaboration, and innovation. Driven by a passion for public service, they aim to create safe, vibrant neighborhoods, strengthen public trust, and lead with professionalism and community focus to ensure a high quality of life for all residents.

Under general direction of the Director or Deputy Director, to plan, organize, supervise and review the work of professional, technical and administrative support staff engaged in the enforcement of municipal and other related codes including zoning, land use, housing, litter, sanitation and other public nuisance code provisions; to provide leadership and coordination to related programs and activities; and to perform other related work as required.

Work Performed

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develops, implements, modifies and administers systems, policies and procedures involving the City’s property maintenance codes and other related nuisance codes.
• Plans, organizes and directs the work performed by professional and technical employees in a variety of code enforcement activities.
• Plans, supervises and reviews the development of special enforcement and public information programs which focus on the compliance requirements of City codes and ordinances.
• Serves in the process of appeals.
• Organizes, manages and coordinates citizens' complaints to effectively deal with code enforcement violations.
• Responds to more complex and sensitive citizens complaints, inquires and request for information regarding code compliance, violations and enforcement procedures.
• Evaluates all court/legal actions against violations of codes and related ordinances. · Testifies in court and works with attorney, judges and law enforcement personnel as necessary.
• Gives public presentations to legislative bodies, boards, commissions and community organizations regarding municipal code compliance and enforcement.
• Supports the preparation and administration of the division budget.
• Prepares memos, correspondence, reports and presentations regarding code enforcement activities and related programs.
• Develop and improve operational procedures related to code enforcement and other relevant functions.
• Coordinates and works collaboratively with other City departments and outside regulatory agencies related to municipal code enforcement activities.
• Supervises, trains and evaluates subordinate professional, technical and administrative support staff.

Qualifications

Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, public safety, criminal justice or related field. Additional experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position may be substituted for up to two years of the education requirement.

Experience: Five years of increasingly responsible supervisory and administrative experience with responsibility for the development, maintenance and administration of a code enforcement or community preservation program or a closely related field.

Necessary Special Requirement: Possession of an appropriate, valid class “C” California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Highly Desired Qualifications:

• Certified Code Enforcement Administrator through the American Association of Code Enforcement
• Certified Code Enforcement Officer through the California Association of Code Enforcement Officers

Selection Process

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:

1) Completed Employment Application

2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire

FOR DIRECTIONS ON ATTACHING A DOCUMENT TO AN ON-LINE APPLICATION, OR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: ( Application Guide ).

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:

If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver’s License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:
An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at https://naces.org/members/ or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ .An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.

Senior Management - Benefit Level II includes Management and Professional Classifications (Exempt)

The City offers an attractive benefits package, the central provisions of which are as follows:

• Retirement for Classic Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are CLASSIC MEMBERS of California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2.7 % @ age 55; 3-year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 8%. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
• Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who ARE NOT a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% at age 62; 3 year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 50% of the normal cost. And is subject to change per CalPERS every fiscal year. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
• Health Insurance - The City offers six health insurance plans and contributes up to $1,734 per month for HMO plans (family coverage).
• Dental Insurance - The City provides three dental insurance plans and contributes up to $45 per month.
• Vision Insurance - The City provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and their dependents that are enrolled in medical coverage.
• Life Insurance - The City provides and pays for term life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment equal to two times the annual salary rounded to the next highest $1,000 (up to $700k) plus AD&D. Additional Life Insurance is available and voluntary for employee and eligible dependents (up to $300k).
• Deferred Compensation - The City contributes $100 per month with a minimum employee contribution of $12.50 per check. Participation in the deferred compensation plan is optional.
• Leave Benefits - Includes all the typical vacation leave, sick leave, bereavement leave, and holiday benefits.
• Flexible Spending Account - The City offers a Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan for optional participation.
• Long Term Disability - The City offers optional enrollment in the Long-Term Disability Plan.
• LegalEase Plan - Optional legal services plan for employees and eligible dependents.
• Critical Illness Plan - Optional critical illness insurance plan for employees and eligible dependents.
• Vacation Accrual - 0-9 yrs. = 144 hrs., 10+ yrs. = 184 hrs.
• Administrative Leave - 64 hrs per fiscal year.

For additional benefits information, please visit the following website: https://www.riversideca.gov/human/employee-hub/benefits/about-1

For part-time, benefitted positions the insurance and other benefits (leave accruals, holidays, etc.) are pro-rated based on ½ or ¾ time status.

Closing Date/Time: 8/19/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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