What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Director of Community Improvement Services position at City of Compton?
Under executive direction, plans, organizes, directs, and administers the activities and operations of the Parking, Code Enforcement, Security, and Business License Divisions within the Community Improvement Services Department. Ensures departmental objectives and goals are met in accordance with City Manager and City Council guidelines.
The following essential functions are those that are critical, integral, necessary, crucial, primary and fundamental to the job. Incumbents who possess the requisite skill, experience, education, and other job-related requirements of a position are expected to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
- Assume full management responsibility for all Community Improvement Services Department personnel and activities.
- Manage the development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for each division.
- Establish appropriate service and staffing levels; allocate resources effectively.
- Continuously monitor and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures.
- Assess workload, administrative, and support systems; identify improvement opportunities and direct implementation.
- Represent the Department to other City departments, elected officials, and outside agencies.
- Explain and interpret Department programs, policies, and activities; address sensitive, significant, and controversial issues.
- Plan, develop, and present the Department budget; monitor expenditures.
- Develop and implement long-term plans supporting the City’s mission and City Council objectives.
- Provide leadership and work with supervisors to develop and retain a competent staff through selection, compensation, training, and management.
- Prepare, review, and approve performance evaluations; coach staff for improvement and development; initiate disciplinary action if necessary.
- Provide staff assistance to the City Manager and City Council.
- Prepare and present staff reports, oral and written reports to the City Council, City Manager, and other groups.
- Coordinate Department activities with other departments, outside agencies, and organizations.
- Attend civic events, participate in boards and commissions, and stay abreast of new trends in community improvement services.
- Coordinate activities and administer the Parking, Code Enforcement, Security, and Business License Divisions.
- Ensure the security of facilities and staff; oversee security program development, monitoring, and training.
- Ensure compliance with zoning ordinances, municipal codes, and other related City codes.
- Conduct inspections and enforcement activities; oversee alteration and repair orders for code violations.
- Supervise business license enforcement operations; review citations, investigate complaints, and assist business owners with licensing.
- Oversee parking control operations; evaluate and implement necessary changes based on reports and observations.
- Consult with residents and businesses; serve as a point of contact for neighborhood concerns.
- Assist in organizing neighborhood associations and events; support the City’s neighborhood preservation goals.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field; AND five (5) years of progressively responsible management experience in community improvement or a related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Licenses or Certifications:
- Must possess a valid California Class C Driver’s License.
Required Knowledge of:
- City organization, operations, policies and procedures.
- Effective management of professional staff.
- City’s Municipal Code, zoning ordinances, business licensing ordinances, and parking rules.
- Investigative principles, methods, and case management for legal purposes.
- Record keeping, report preparation, and open records regulations.
- Geography, streets, zoning areas, and property documents related to the City.
- Federal, State, and local laws pertaining to program areas and City Council goals.
Required Skill in:
- Organizing work, establishing priorities, meeting deadlines, and following up on assignments.
- Effective verbal and written communication.
- Independent judgment and discretion during inspection activities.
- Budget assembly and contract preparation.
- Policy direction and staff supervision.
- Interpreting laws, maintaining composure, and working under stress.
- Engaging with diverse social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.
- Installing, troubleshooting, repairing and operating electronic and electrical equipment and related circuitry, computers, and other related equipment.
- Using hand, power and technical tools utilized in the electrical trade.
Physical Demands / Work Environment:
- Work is performed in a standard office environment but may also be conducted outdoors in moderate to high temperatures.
- Requires lifting, carrying, driving, and occasional climbing.
- Involves moderate finger dexterity and near vision.
- May include exposure to wet surfaces, occasional loud noise, and dust.
Internal applicants must use their personal email to apply, as City of Compton work emails will not be accepted for job applications. While we cannot prevent applicants from using their work email, the City is not responsible for missed communications due to system outages, firewall restrictions, employee leave, or any other technical or accessibility issues affecting City email accounts.
EXAMINATION
The purpose of this examination is to establish an eligible list from which vacant position(s) may be filled.
Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination and interview process.
Phase one (1) is an oral examination (weighted 100%) that will be administered by an appraisal panel to evaluate professional qualifications, background and suitability. The oral examination may include graded simulation exercises, writing exercises, and oral presentations. A passing score for the oral exam is 70%. Each candidate will be notified via mail or e-mail.
The City of Compton reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods, if deemed necessary. Failure in one phase of the examination shall be grounds for declaring the applicant as failing in the entire examination, and as disqualified for subsequent parts of an examination.
GENERAL INFORMATION TO EXAMINATION APPLICANTS
The City of Compton does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or provisions of services.
Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must give advanced notice to the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing date.
ELIGIBLE LISTS
Recruitment may be conducted on a (a) promotional basis, (b) open-competitive basis, or (c) promotional and open-competitive basis simultaneously. All candidates who attain an overall score of at least 70.00 (open-competitive) and at least 75.00 (promotional) will be placed in rank order on the relevant eligible list(s).
PLEASE NOTE:
All permanent City employees that attain an overall score of at least 75.00 will be placed on both the promotional eligible list and the open-competitive eligible list. All City employees that attain a score of 70.00 on EACH PHASE of the examination but an overall score of less than 75.00 will be placed on the open-competitive eligible list only.
Each eligible list shall remain in effect one (1) year from the date of its establishment unless it is extended, abolished or exhausted. Whenever possible, three (3) names are certified to fill any one (1) vacant position. No candidate may be certified more than three (3) times for any one classified position. When certifying eligible lists to appointing powers, the promotional eligible list takes precedence over the open-competitive eligible list. A department manager's recommendation for employment is subject to the City Manager's approval.
EXAMINATION APPEAL PROCEDURE
A candidate may, within five (5) days after taking the written examination, file in writing with the City Manager an appeal against any part of the test, citing the item or items against which the appeal is directed, and the reason(s) for such appeal. The Personnel Board will consider appeals from the decisions and ratings of qualifications appraisals (interview) boards if such appeals meet the conditions described in the Personnel Rules and Regulations (Section 6.8).
EXAMINATION RECORDS
All examination papers, including the employment application, resume, and other attachments submitted by candidates are the property of the Personnel Board and are confidential records which may be open to inspection only for purposes and under conditions established by the Personnel Board.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
In all entrance examinations (open-competitive only) for positions in the Classified Service, veterans who served in the armed forces of the United States during time(s) of war, and who attain an overall passing score in the examination are allowed additional preferential credit in accordance with the Personnel Rules and Regulations. In order to claim veterans' credit, the applicant must submit proof of service and honorable discharge (showing specific dates of service) on a U.S. Military form (DD-214) at the time of application or not later than the final filing date for the examination.
FRINGE BENEFITS
The City's comprehensive fringe benefits program includes: retirement (Public Employees' Retirement System), medical, dental, life and vision insurances, deferred compensation, sick and vacation leaves, after-hours education reimbursement, ride share program, uniform allowance and other provisions.
Salary : $89,861 - $105,341
