Code Enforcement Manager Position Available In Guilford, North Carolina

Code Enforcement Manager

Salary
$67,423.20

• $91,507.

52 Annually
Location High Point, NC 27260
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
6888
Department
Community Development & Housing
Opening Date
05/05/2025
Closing Date
5/19/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS
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Job Description

WHO WE ARE

At the City of High Point, we celebrate the creator in everyone. Building on our rich cultural history steeped in industrialism and innovation, our employees seek not only to transform themselves, but the world around us. We are collaborators, we are makers, we are visionaries.
We invite you to explore the many opportunities to serve our community, by sharing your talents, skills, and expertise. You’ll be joining a dynamic team of over 1,300 individuals dedicated not just to making a career, but a difference; because what we create in High Point, changes the world!

OUR CORE VALUES

• Integrity:

  Saying what we mean and consistently doing what we say with no desire other than the good of the citizens we serve. It means standing up for beliefs.

• Responsibility:

  A continual process that emphasizes a high level of personal accountability by each member of the organization.

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Partnership:

Adding competitive value and quality to the services provided to our residents, businesses, and visitors through responsible fiscal stewardship, increased innovation, greater use of technology, and expanded civic, neighborhood and regional partnerships.

WHAT WE OFFER

The City of High Point offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:

• A guaranteed monthly pension upon retirement, vested after 5 years of service
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective day one
• 401K and 457B Retirement Plans
• PTO earned within first year
• 12 Paid Holidays per year
• Tuition Reimbursement Plan

YOUR PURPOSE

Are you passionate about building stronger, safer, and more vibrant communities? The City of High Point is seeking a driven and detail-oriented professional to join our team as a Local Codes Supervisor.
In this pivotal role, you’ll lead the Local Codes Division, guiding efforts that directly impact housing quality, neighborhood appearance, and overall livability across our city. From nuisance abatement to minimum housing and zoning enforcement, your work will support the City’s mission to enhance property values, eliminate unsightly conditions, and ensure a high quality of life for all residents.
This is a unique opportunity to combine technical expertise, administrative oversight, and interagency collaboration to make meaningful change.
Essential Tasks

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Performs duties in alignment with the City’s mission, vision, values, and annually adopted goals;
• Interprets, enforces, and educates the public on the City’s Local Codes Ordinances;
• Stays informed on North Carolina General Statutes affecting code enforcement activities;
• Assists the Director in developing and implementing action plans to meet department and community objectives;
• Oversees, monitors, and extracts reports for the Local Codes section using Accela software;
• Plans, supervises, and evaluates work of Local Codes Enforcement Officers;
• Utilizes City software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Performance Pro, SumTotal, Cayenta, Questica, and Lawson;
• Manages all division activities related to minimum housing code, zoning compliance, and nuisance abatement using the City’s Development Ordinance and MuniCode;
• Develops, implements, and reviews division policies, procedures, and goals, including those set by City Council, Management, and the Community Development Director, in coordination with Planning & Development and Inspection Services;
• Coordinates activities with other City departments (e.g., Police, Fire) and external agencies;
• Leads development of a goal-driven division work plan; assigns and coordinates projects, monitors workflow in Accela, and evaluates outcomes and methods;
• Prepares and manages the division’s annual budget, approves and monitors expenditures;
• Provides or coordinates training and certification; supports employee professional growth;
• Handles personnel actions including recruitment, selection, evaluation, promotion, and discipline;
• Assists the Community Development Director and City Manager; participates on boards, task forces, and special projects as needed;
• Authorizes legal action and administrative warrants; testifies in court when required;
• Recommends enforcement cases to the City Attorney for legal action;
• Participates in or provides testimony during appeals before boards or commissions;
• Responds to citizen inquiries and complaints, including complex or sensitive issues;
• Applies mediation, negotiation, and conflict resolution in high-profile enforcement cases;
• Presents staff reports on code enforcement at Council and Committee meetings;
• Speaks at public meetings, workshops, and conferences as a representative of the City;
• Attends community meetings to provide updates and gather input on enforcement activities;
• Assists other inspectors and Community Development staff as needed;
• Ensures all work complies with OSHA and City Safety Standards and Policies.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

REQUIRED

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• High school diploma/GED AND at least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in code enforcement or a related enforcement field
• Three (3) years in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
• Similar combinations of education, training, and relevant experience will be considered.
  Key Competencies & Skills
• Strong ownership mindset; self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt to shifting workloads and challenges.
• Highly collaborative, flexible, and open to new responsibilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; comfortable engaging with employees at all levels, community groups, property owners, and the general public.
• Confident public speaker, including experience representing an organization in community meetings or media settings.
• Sound judgment and critical thinking skills, with the ability to anticipate issues and suggest effective short
• and long-term solutions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Experience with ordinance enforcement, including the ability to apply regulations with firmness, tact, and impartiality.
• Capable of assigning, supervising, and evaluating the work of others.
  Knowledge Requirements
• Thorough understanding of code enforcement principles and procedures, especially in minimum housing, nuisance abatement, and zoning.
• Strong grasp of supervision, personnel management, and staff development.
• Ability to develop, direct, and manage a comprehensive code services program.
  Other Requirements
• Must possess a valid North Carolina Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within a specified timeframe.
• Willingness to attend community meetings, work evenings as needed, and represent the City in various public forums.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Level I Certification or higher in building, plumbing, mechanical, and/or electrical issued by the NC State Code Qualifications Board, or ability to obtain Level I Building Certification within 12 months of hire.

Physical Requirements
Hearing/Speaking
Expressing and/or receiving information by means of spoken word is necessary for communication with internal and external customers, including co-workers, citizens, and applicants.
Visual Abilities
The ability to perceive via eyesight is required:

• Acuity, far
• Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more; needed for observing tests, operating a vehicle, or addressing an audience.
• Acuity, near
• Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less; needed for reviewing documents.
• Depth perception
• Three-dimensional vision and ability to judge distances and space relationships.
• Field of vision
• Ability to see to the sides, above, and below while eyes remain focused.
• Accommodation
• Ability to quickly adjust focus between distances.
  Physical Strength
  Typical demands associated with this position include:
• Light Work
  o Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally;
  o Up to 10 pounds of force frequently;
  o A negligible amount of force constantly to move materials related to the job.
  Type of Physical Demands
• Reaching
• Extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction.
• Handling
• Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands.
• Fine motor manipulation
• Using fingers to perform precise movements, such as picking, pinching, or working with small objects or documents.
  Mental Activity/Requirements
  Reasoning
• Ability to apply logical thinking with knowledge of code enforcement principles and laws to perform duties, handle various situations, and respond in a timely and sound manner.
  Mathematics Ability
• Ability to use arithmetic and/or statistics for directing, overseeing, and preparing reports.
  Language Ability
• Must be able to speak, read, and write the English language.
  Environmental Conditions
  Physical Surroundings
• This position involves working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and terrain, including substandard housing environments. Must be comfortable working in hot, cold, wet, or dirty conditions.
  Hazards
• Exposure to trash, garbage, overgrown vegetation, and uneven terrain. Work may involve exposure to OSHA-regulated conditions such as bloodborne pathogens.
  Machinery/Tools/Work Aids/Other Equipment
• Use of equipment typically associated with office-based tasks.

OUR COMMITMENTS

The City of High Point is dedicated to fostering a work environment that values individuals from all backgrounds and seeks to attract and retain the most qualified partners in service to the citizens of High Point. As an at-will employer, the City allows employees to terminate their employment, or be terminated at any time, with or without cause, as long as it is not prohibited by law.
The City of High Point is committed to classifying and compensating its employees fairly for the work they do, weighing both the internal capabilities and the external market. While the job description is not intended to and does not create a contract of employment, we are excited to use this “living document” as a guide for managing performance and positions to ensure job descriptions are reflective of the current work required by the incumbent or expected by any candidate to whom an offer of employment is extended.
The City of High Point is committed to providing a safe, comfortable working environment for all employees. To that end, we are proud to comply with all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements, as well as make reasonable accommodations to candidates and employees as we are able in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Candidates selected for employment must undergo (a.) a drug screening, in accordance with the City’s drug and alcohol policy and (b.) a background screening to determine whether there is any current, pending, or previous charge, conviction or other infraction deemed incompatible with service in the capacity for which the candidate is being hired. Certain positions are considered so critical to the health and safety of others that a candidate cannot be placed in any of those positions without passing a pre-placement physical exam. Successful results from these conditions will result in an offer of employment.

Application Deadline:

In the event of high candidate volume, this position may be removed earlier than the stated closing date. If interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Employer
City of High Point
Address
211 South Hamilton Street
High Point, North Carolina, 27260