The City of Forest Park is seeking an experienced Director of Code Compliance. It’s a highly responsible position, involving complex work in planning, organizing and directing the activities of the Code Compliance Department.
The Code Compliance Director will direct Code Officers and staff in the scheduling initial and follow-up inspections in response to complaints of alleged violations of property maintenance, zoning, and other codes related primarily to the health, welfare and safety of the community. Works under the supervision of the City Manager.
The Code Compliance Director enforces all City ordinances, particularly building and zoning ordinances, environmental and business license ordinances as well. The Director supervises staff, coordinates, assigns and reviews work. Maintains standards and monitors status of work in progress and gives advice and direction as well.
The Director analyzes and recommends changes to codes and provides policy direction to staff. Reviews and recommends courses of action regarding revocations/suspensions of licenses and responds to appeals of assorted violations.
The Director prepares, maintains, disseminates and is responsible for records, reports, notices, and correspondence concerning department functions and personnel. They participate in court activities to pursue legal action against violators, review cases in preparation for trial and assess evidentiary/legal issues before the trial. Will testify in court, if necessary. This position will also prepare and manage the Code Compliance Department’s budget, including forecasting funds needed for the operation of the Department and approving expenditures as well.
Ideal Candidate
Excellent Communicator: Demonstrates outstanding written and verbal communication skills with the city manager, elected officials, staff, residents, and the public.
Strategic Decision-Maker: Exercises sound independent judgment, and the ability to make timely, well-reasoned recommendations to the City Manager.
Collaborative Team Builder: Understands the value of teamwork, empowers staff, fosters cross-functional collaboration, and builds a cohesive, high-performing organizational culture.
Special Qualifications: Must possess and maintain valid Housing Rehabilitation Inspector and Housing Rehabilitation Code Enforcement Officer certification. Must possess and maintain Building Inspector certification, One/Two Family Dwelling/Inspector certification, and Building Plans Examiner certification. Level II GACE Master’s Certification and ICC Property Management Certification preferred.
Hiring Range:
$127,500 - $159,700
Application Process
For more information on this position, including supplementary documents and resources, visit the recruitment webpage at:
The first round of resume reviews will take place on October 14, 2026.
Please refrain from contacting the City of Forest Park’s staff or elected officials.
Jeff Smith
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 610-636-9466
Website: www.sumterlocalgovconsulting.com
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