BUILDING CODES ENFORCEMENT MANAGER-COMMERCIAL

** THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT CITY OF MILWAUKEE EMPLOYEES ONLY. ** 

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce that is committed to providing exemplary service to the City’s residents. If you have a passion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.

The Building Code Enforcement Manager- Commercial is responsible for management and staff development related to the Commercial Building Code Enforcement, Hazardous Inspections, Fire Prevention Permits, and Commercial Building Maintenance operations, including fire inspections, license inspections, and environmental inspections and enforcement.

Code Enforcement Administration

• Establish and maintain enforcement programs designed to meet community needs.
• Establish program goals, objectives, and performance measures for the division.
• Determine and request resources through the annual budget process; control resources appropriately.
• Perform data compilation and analysis using the Land Management System (LMS) regarding productivity metrics, inspections, complaints, fire inspections, and periodics.
• Prepare written and statistical reports on program accomplishments
• Recommend programmatic and policy improvements.,
• Manage the demolition process including file preparation, specification writing, contracting, contract letting, and the appeals process.
• Coordinate representation of DNS at Circuit Court, Municipal Court, and other City regulatory boards and commissions.

Strategic Planning/Management

• Coordinate supervision of staff and delegation of responsibilities pursuant to investigation, enforcement, licensing, and permitting activities performed by condemnation inspectors, environmental risk officers, and commercial code enforcement inspectors.
• Develop and maintain training programs designed to ensure inspector skills, professionalism and proficiency.
• Oversee training and transition of new hires and employee transfers to ensure proper staff development.
• Manages delegation of duties related to office support staff.
• Support, coach, supervise and evaluate staff.
• Make recommendations for hire and discipline as needed.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

 Please be advised that all general city employees are required to have received either both doses of the Moderna or Pfizer or one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine prior to their employment start date or have an approved religious or medical accommodation prior to their employment start date.  You can find further information relative to the City’s Covid-19 Vaccination Policy here.

The Building Codes Enforcement Manager must be willing and able to do the following:

• Comply with the department dress code.
• Wear a respirator and other personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Climb ladders, stoop, and bend.
• Move and lift to 10 pounds on occasion.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.

1. Regular status as a City of Milwaukee employee, having successfully completed a probationary period for a civil service position, or status as a City of Milwaukee employee in a fixed term position.
2. Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
3. Three years of experience in construction, environmental code enforcement or commercial fire code enforcement, including one year of experience as a team or project leader.
4. Valid driver’s license at time of appointment and throughout employment.
5. Certification as a commercial building code inspector through the state of Wisconsin at the time of appointment and throughout employment.
6. Certification as a Fire Inspector II through the International Code Council (ICC) or above at the time of appointment and throughout employment.
7. Certification as a State of Wisconsin Asbestos Supervisor within one year of appointment and throughout employment.
8. Certification as a Fire Plans Examiner (F3) through the ICC within one year of appointment and throughout employment.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered. For example, a related associate degree plus six years of experience as described above is considered equivalent.

IMPORTANT NOTE: College transcripts are required and must be received by the application period closing date. Transcripts should be attached to your online application or sent via email to staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov. Applications without college transcripts attached may be considered incomplete and may be rejected. Student/unofficial copies are acceptable; however, your transcripts must be legible and include your college name, your name, the degree completed, and the date completed.

TECHNICAL:

• Ability to improve operations and create new programs.
• Ability to learn and apply City of Milwaukee ordinances and state, federal, and local laws governing demolition operations, hazardous materials, fire safety, life safety systems, state and city licensure, hotel/ motel licensing operations, building maintenance, construction and other codes.
• Ability to compile and analyze data.
• Ability to create and maintain accurate records and required reports.
• Knowledge of building and construction principles, methods, and materials, including structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Ability to use computers, including building management systems, as well as word processing, spreadsheet, and productivity programs.
• Ability to read and understand job-related documents, policies, and procedures.
• Written communication skills to prepare clear correspondence, policies, and reports.
• Presentation skills to effectively lead construction planning and other meetings.

INTERPERSONAL AND LEADERSHIP:

• General knowledge of public sector human resources, including Civil Service precepts, job classification and compensation, recruitment and selection, diversity and inclusion, and organizational development.
• Ability to assign and direct work, assess performance, provide training and coaching, recommend corrective action, and make hiring decisions.
• Ability to supervise, train, and motivate a technical workforce.
• Ability to create and maintain positive working relationships with the public and city employees.
• Ability to foster an environment of inclusion wherein all employees are treated respectfully, are valued for their strengths, and feel that they can safely express themselves.

CRITICAL THINKING AND PROFESSIONALISM:

• Planning, analytical, and decision-making skills to be able to establish priorities and ensure effective utilization of personnel and resources.
• Organizational skills to be able to effectively manage and complete complex projects.
• Ability to think independently and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain professional composure and objectively in dealing with customers, business owners, policy makers, and members of the public.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, to serve with professionalism, honesty, and integrity, and to exercise responsible stewardship of City resources.

The current salary range (1HX) is $72,244-$101,137 annually, and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $74,402-$104,172 annually. Appointment will be made in accordance with the provisions of the salary ordinance.

The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes the following:

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Onsite Clinic Services
• Onsite Employee Assistance Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Tuition Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Commuter Value Pass

For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit http://city.milwaukee.gov/Benefits.

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: education and experience evaluation; written, oral, or performance tests, or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to oral and performance examinations. Oral examinations may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.

INITIAL FILING DATE - The selection process will be held as soon as practical after the date listed above. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the needs of the City have been met. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the Department of Employee Relations and/or the hiring authority.

NOTE: Transfer/Promotional Opportunities and Promotional Examinations are not open to Milwaukee Public Schools employees or to the public. Only current non-probationary City of Milwaukee employees and civilian personnel in MFD and MPD hired through a City Service Commission process or who have status as a City of Milwaukee employee in a fixed term position will be considered. Individuals with exempt, provisional, temporary or emergency appointments are not eligible for transfer/promotional opportunities.

• Applications and further information may be accessed by visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL.
• If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
• The Department of Employee Relations is in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.