PERMITTING, CODE AND COMPLIANCE ADMINISTRATOR (PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR) (EM-08) [1 vacancy]

NEOGOV is seeking a Permitting, Code and Compliance Administrator for the City and County of Honolulu's Department of Planning and Permitting. This role oversees the City’s permitting and code enforcement operations, ensuring effective administration and enforcement of regulations while supporting efficient customer service and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Administer and oversee permitting and code enforcement programs for the City and County of Honolulu
• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight to improve efficiency, service delivery, and outcomes
• Establish performance metrics, priorities, and resource allocation to ensure effective program implementation
• Direct investigations and enforcement actions related to zoning, building, shoreline, housing, and related ordinances
• Oversee organizational structure, staff training, and career development across all division programs
• Manage consolidated permit operations and civil fine enforcement programs, including reporting and budget support

Skills

• At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment
• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year accredited college or university
• Four (4) years of administrative or supervisory experience, preferably in a large organization or agency with programs involving the interpretation, application and/or enforcement of federal, state, or county statutes, laws, ordinances and rules
• Such work experience must also have included responsible supervisory experience over professionals
• Knowledge of federal, state and county laws relating to departmental functions and operations
• Knowledge of principles, practices, theories, techniques and trends applicable to public administration including financial, budgetary and other resource management, labor relations
• Knowledge of development of plans and objectives, evaluation of programs, and public relations
• Knowledge of organizational structure, functions, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements for the organization served
• Ability to utilize advanced skills in leadership, operations management, change management and strategic thinking to identify workflow problems/inefficiencies and improve workflow processes and efficiencies
• Ability to interpret and apply applicable code requirements and permitting processes
• Ability to recognize problems, identify alternative solutions and make appropriate recommendations
• Ability to gather and analyze information and make recommendations based on findings and in support of organizational goals
• Ability to communicate solutions to administrative problems, to develop and evaluate administrative policies and procedures

Benefits

• Generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays)
• Comprehensive health coverage
• Retirement plan
• Career development
• Vacation: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
• Sick Leave: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
• Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years.
• Training and Development: Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development.
• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care: Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP).
• Group Life Insurance: No cost for eligible employees.
• Deferred Compensation Plan: Invest in your future...choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement.
• Retirement Plan: The Employees' Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required.
• Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits: Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item
• Parking: Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates.
• Direct Deposit: Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, professional counseling and resource referral.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.

Company Overview

• NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety. It was founded in 1999, and is headquartered in El Segundo, California, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://www.neogov.com.