Assistant Director of Public Works for Code Enforcement

Posting number: 202610649

Department: PUBLIC WORKS

Division: NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES DIVISION

Job classification: Assistant Director of Public Works for Code Enforcement /D62

Posting type: Open

Categories: Code Enforcement, Public Works

Summary

Are you passionate about protecting the health, welfare, and safety of communities throughout Prince William County? The Prince William County Department of Public Works is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking leader to serve as the Assistant Director overseeing the Neighborhood Services Division.

In this key leadership role, the Assistant Director for Code Enforcement is responsible for managing all Neighborhood Services operations, including strategic planning, budgeting, program management, staff leadership, and community outreach. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in code enforcement administration, a commitment to community partnerships, and the ability to lead a diverse team in delivering high-quality service.

About This Role:

The Assistant Director manages operations, staff, and programs within assigned functional areas of the Neighborhood Services Division. Responsibilities include overseeing the enforcement of Zoning and Property Code Ordinances; evaluating and enhancing programs to ensure high-quality service delivery; developing standard operating procedures for inspections and related work; establishing work goals aligned with the organization’s mission; and providing leadership, direction, and support to a diverse team.

Key Responsibilities

1. Organizes, promotes, and coordinates inter-agency initiatives; develops division goals, performance metrics, and strategic priorities for assigned areas.
2. Updates procedures in response to court rulings; recommends revisions to laws and ordinances; researches and analyzes current laws, regulations, and best practices.
3. Evaluates programs, policies, and operational techniques to identify areas for improvement; develops standards for inspections and operations; implements changes to enhance efficiency and performance.
4. Oversees staff development, including training, coaching, performance evaluations, hiring, and disciplinary processes.
5. Establishes standards for operational and budget management; ensures required safety training and equipment are provided; oversees and guides contract work to ensure effective service delivery.
6. Enforces property maintenance, zoning, and related ordinances throughout the community.
7. Manages citizen and Board of County Supervisor expectations in reference to timeliness of property code enforcement case resolutions.
8. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level, as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or G.E.D. and 8 years of related experience. 

Related experience includes: 

• Progressive professional level experience in community maintenance services, maintenance programs, property management and oversight of special projects.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of the County Zoning Ordinance. Community Maintenance related State and County Codes, and the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code.
• Managing and supervising professional level employees.
• Proficient knowledge and use of modern computer equipment and related data management systems programs.

Preferences:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, property management, planning, zoning, or related field; and 
• Demonstrated excellence in customer service; and
• Strong strategic and long-range planning abilities, with a proven record of successful implementation; and
• Advanced skills in analyzing program and performance data to identify opportunities for improvement, and in applying continuous quality improvement methods to strengthen processes.

Special Requirements:

• Must possess current Zoning Administrator Certification and Building Official Certification.

• Must possess and retain a Valid Driver's License; Driving a county vehicle is an essential part of this position.

• Must pass DMV record check.

Physical Requirements: 

Positions in this class typically require reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or