Employment and Executive Job Opportunity

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The City of Irving does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression/reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Qualifications

Qualifications given in the job description in this flier represent only the minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. In addition to these qualifications, the minimum age requirement for regular full-time and part-time employment is 18, with the exception of Aquatic Center Lifeguard (part-time). For seasonal employment, the minimum age is 16.

Experience

Preference for interviews by the department are given to the most qualified applicants who may possess more specific education and/or experience than is given in a particular job description. Duties shown in the job description represent a summary of the essential duties and responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned. An applicant wishing to apply for a different position while still under consideration for another must complete a new application.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

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EXECUTIVE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CODE ENFORCEMENT DIRECTOR

The City of Irving is seeking a forward-thinking leader with strong collaborative and decision-making skills to join its leadership team as Code Enforcement Director. The successful candidate will understand the principles and practices of Code Enforcement and the regulatory processes the department administers and should be skilled in working with business owners, neighborhood groups, residents, employees, and elected officials. The incoming Code Enforcement Director should be capable of resolving sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy and possess good public speaking and presentation skills. Additionally, this position will contribute to the execution of the Strategic Plan initiatives to improve the appearance of corridors, neighborhoods, and the City to support the organizations vision and mission.  

At present, this position reports to the Assistant City Manager and leads the operations of the Property Codes & Vector Control, Multi-Family Licensing and Inspections, and Administration. The ideal candidate must be a proven municipal leader with the ability to successfully manage these divisions, their programs, projects, or activities and will require exceptional leadership and collaborative, as well as effective communication and facilitation skills. 

The Code Enforcement Director position is an excellent opportunity for a strong leader with managerial courage and an ethical forward-thinking vision. The top candidate will have significant experience in local government, city resiliency, and growth, and will meet the following criteria. 

• Equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field
• At least 5 years of related experience, including 5 years of supervisory experience
• A State of Texas Registered Code Enforcement Office license is required

THE SALARY RANGE FOR THIS POSITION IS $122,352 - $172,512 DEPENDING UPON QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Qualified candidates must apply and submit résumés and cover-letters to Strategic Government Resources:
City of Irving Code Enforcement Director 

POSTING IS OPEN TO INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL APPLICANTS

CLOSING DATE: JANUARY 28, 2022
REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS: WEEK OF JANUARY 31, 2022

CULTURE:

We have PRIDE in all that we do. We are: 

• Professional in our interactions with the community, our customers and each other.
• Resilient means we never give up in our quest for service excellence.
• Innovative by always seeking out better ways to achieve our goals.
• Dependable in our actions and desire to see our work through completion.
• Ethical through commitment to always do right for our city, residents and co-workers.