Codes Administration Director bei Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County, TN

About the Department

The Codes Administration Director receives general direction from the Mayor, and oversees the enforcement of all laws, ordinances, and regulations relating to electrical installations, building and construction, plumbing installations, gas/mechanical installations, the housing code, and the zoning code and regulations. The position is responsible for overseeing all operations of the department, including management of employees, budget management, and program administration. The position communicates with the Metropolitan Council, administration in other related Metropolitan Government departments, and the constituency.

The Codes Administration Department is seeking a Director to manage the enforcement of regulatory codes, zoning, and land use regulations, and oversee the administration of the department. The position serves as the Secretary of the various appeal boards, including Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical Gas, Property Standards, Zoning, and others.

The Metro Department of Codes administers the Metro Building Code and the Metro Zoning Code and manages the permit process, which is linked to other Metro agencies, such as Water Services, Public Works, and others, to facilitate the process of applications for permits. The department issued $3.7 billion in permits for the fiscal year with even more expected as Nashville continues to grow at a tremendous rate.

Some recent additions to the Codes Administration Department include adopting a new software system that enable customers seeking permits to remotely sign in, the development of the "One-Stop-Shop" that facilitates an application to move through the development process, a "hotline" for citizens filing a report, and other innovative programs.

All applications are subject to public disclosure

Position Duties

• Oversees all permit processes and related programs, including appeal processes
• Demonstrates effective leadership and management that inspire and maintain participation and cooperation among the employees and others
• Encourages strong constituent services from employees to all seeking information and services
• Oversees the budget process for the department, including preparation and justification; monitors expenditures of funds
• Develops and implements applicable policies and procedures for the department
• Directs and evaluates all programs of the department, with recommendations for improvement and growth
• Develops and maintains key relationships, including community leaders, elected officials, the staff, and the constituency
• Interprets regulatory codes for appeal board members, the public, and the staff
• Meets with and advises architects, engineers, and contractors on related matters related to code interpretation and enforcement

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field from an accredited college or university and ten (10) years of experience in codes enforcement, construction, engineering, or a related industry, including five (5) years of management experience.      

*No substitution.

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government. 

Other Qualifications

• ICC (International Code Council) Certification
• Demonstrated leadership and management appropriate to operate a large department, including budget and fiscal planning, community relations, program development, and implementation and delivery
• Knowledge of construction/development principles and related regulatory permits
• Ability to interpret regulatory codes and related information
• Ability to communicate on many levels with a diverse community, including speaking in public forums
• Knowledge of the various constituent needs within the communities
• Ability to be a collaborative decision-maker, including creating an atmosphere of cooperation with a diverse group, and working through complex situations effectively
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations