Code Enforcement Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY

Note: Effective July 1, 2025, the pay rate will increase by 3.063% in accordance with the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). The new annual salary range for this position will be $120,862 to $154,429.

Why WeHo

The City of West Hollywood is like no other city in the world. Located in the heart of metropolitan Los Angeles and only 1.9 square miles, the City of West Hollywood was incorporated in 1984 by a unique collaboration of people, including lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender activists, seniors, and advocates for affordable housing. West Hollywood is an international tourism destination with a diverse population and is also the location of many entertainment, design, technology, and hospitality-based businesses. The City is a robust economic and cultural center instilled with idealism, creativity, and innovation. A spirit of community activism and civic pride thrives in West Hollywood for many of its approximately 36,500 residents. The City of West Hollywood has a strong progressive voice, is a leader among communities, and is filled with a rich history. The City prides itself on strong core values: Respect and Support for People; Responsiveness to the Public; Idealism, Creativity, and Innovation; Quality of Residential Life; Promotion of Economic Development; Public Safety; and Responsibility for the Environment – as well as being proactive in responding to the needs of its diverse community.

How We Serve

What You'll Contribute

The Neighborhood and Business Safety Division seeks a Code Enforcement Supervisor who will work with business owners and residents to protect the quality of life for residents while balancing the needs of both residents and businesses within the City. This position will interact with a variety of world-renowned businesses, including event venues, restaurants, and hotels. The Code Enforcement Supervisor supervises staff and performs a variety of complex professional and technical functions related to code enforcement operations and services. The City’s Code Enforcement function is a seven-day-a-week operation that provides service to the community from 7 a.m. to 4 a.m. This position will require a work schedule that includes nights, weekends, and on holidays and during major events (e.g. WeHo Pride or Halloween). The Code Enforcement Supervisor will require a work schedule that will include weekends and possible nighttime shifts or a schedule based on the operational needs of the Neighborhood and Business Safety Division.

Ideal candidate:

• Current public sector experience with background/knowledge in code enforcement functions.
• Strong supervisory, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Ability to effectively deal with conflict and difficult interactions.
• This position requires demonstrated experience in identifying, investigating, and resolving complex code compliance complaints and violations.
• Possesses a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Possesses a California POST Penal Code 832 (Arrest and Control) Certification.
• California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO) Certification (must obtain within 6 months of hire).
• International Code Council Residential Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical Inspector Certifications (desirable)

For full position details, please click the job description: Code Enforcement Supervisor job description.

This position is not eligible for telework.

Reports to: Neighborhood and Business Safety Manager

• Round 1 Panel Interview (Virtual) - Tentative Week of July 28th
• Round 2 Division Interview (In-person) - Tentative Week of August 4th

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field; and,
• Three to four years of progressively responsible related experience; or,
• Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
  

• California Association of Code Enforcement Officers Certification (must obtain within six months of hire)
• California POST Penal Code 832 Certification (must obtain within six months of hire)
• Valid California Driver’s License
• International Code Council Residential Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical Inspector Certifications (desirable)
• International Code Council Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector Certification (desirable)
• International Code Council Zoning Inspector Certification (desirable)

Retirement

• $150.00 per month 457 deferred compensation contribution paid by the City (employer contribution). Employee can also make employee contributions toward the same plan. Annual limited is dictated by the IRS.
• $100.00 per month Retiree Health Savings (RHS) account contribution paid by the City (employer contribution).

• The City covers the full health insurance premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and eligible dependents, including children under the age of 26 (effective the 1st of the month following hire date).

• Vacation Leave:
  • 80 hours - less than one year of service;
  • 120 hours - 2nd through 5th years of service;
  • 140 hours - 6th through 9th years of service;
  • 160 hours - after 10 years of service.
• Sick Leave: 96 hours per year.
• Personal Leave: 36 hours per year (prorated by quarter).
• 11 City paid holidays.
• 5/40, 9/80 & 4/10 work schedule (depends on department/division's operational needs)

• Telework availability ranging from 0%-50% for telework-eligible positions, subject to approval and based on ongoing operational needs of the City.
• Technology stipend ($75.00 per month) for telework-eligible positions.
• LA County MTA E-Pass issued to all WEHOME employees.
• Life insurance equal to 1.5 times your annual salary, plus $20,000, to a maximum of $120,000 (effective the 1st of the month following hire date).
• Disability Insurance: 66 2/3% of salary to cap of $3,077 per week, after a 29-day waiting period for short-term disability.
• Optional Benefits: AFLAC, Supplemental Life Insurance, Pre-Paid Legal Services, Flexible Benefit Plan (FSA) for medical reimbursement and dependent care assistance and cash out of accrued Vacation and Administrative Leaves (if applicable).
• Tuition reimbursement at 100% of the fee schedule for the University of California (UC Tuition Resident fee) for job-related courses pre-approved by the Department Director (up to $14,436 for Fiscal Year 2024-2025) and Required Textbook reimbursement (up to $2,500 for Fiscal Year 2024-2025).