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

Oahu, HI - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 10802 - 14047

Posted on: 6 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Information

Compliance Permits and ServiceAll Working for a Better Community.

The Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) is seeking a Permitting Code and Compliance Administrator(Program Administrator) for their Customer Service Division. Under the general direction of the DPP Director this position oversees the Citys permitting and code enforcement operations including permits issuance property information services and residential commercial and multi-family code enforcement. The role ensures effective administration and enforcement of building zoning shoreline setback and grading regulations while supporting efficient customer service and regulatory compliance.

What You Will Do

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.

Apply today and take the first step toward a lasting career!If you qualify for the position your name will be eligible for further consideration for the current job opening as well as future job openings with this job title.

Additional Job Information

Applications must be submitted online byJanuary 32026 11:59 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time (HST) to be accepted.

***Actual salary will be commensurate with applicable experience pending approval.***

Enjoyexcellent employment benefitsincluding generous time off (up to 21 vacation days 21 sick leave days and holidays) comprehensive health coverage retirement plan career development and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the Benefits tab at the top of this posting or visiting notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your email account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery please make sure you:
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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year accredited college or university.

Substitution: Work experience may be substituted for a bachelors degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge skills and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelors degree.

For example:

1. Four (4) years of professional work experience in any occupation may substitute for a general bachelors degree.

2. Four years of general work experience (does not need to be professional level experience) inHuman Resources/ Personnel Management Budget and Fiscal Management or Management Analysis may substitute for a general bachelors degree.

The education requirement must be met at the time of application. Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at an accredited college/university in the United order to receive credit for the education proper documentation e.g. a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program evidence of comparability or an original transcript.

Verification Requirement: In order to be given credit for your education clearly list your education credentials on your application. As part of the hiring process you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to satisfy this education qualification requirement. If available please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application.Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources 650 South King Street 10th Floor Honolulu HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.

If you do not have your documentation to verify your education at this time please note that if selected for the job you will need to furnish verification documents in order to move forward in the hiring process.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

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.

Applicable Skills Needed:

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.

Examination Process

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:

In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.

EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation..........................................100%

Position InformationCompliance Permits and ServiceAll Working for a Better Community.The Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) is seeking a Permitting Code and Compliance Administrator(Program Administrator) for their Customer Service Division. Under the general direction of the DPP Director t...