Matthew Maldonado
Shafter
Summary
Results-driven Code Enforcement Supervisor with over nine years of experience in municipal code compliance, land use regulations, and public nuisance abatement. Proven ability to lead teams, oversee enforcement programs, and implement policies to ensure compliance with city ordinances, zoning laws, and health and safety codes. Adept at conducting complex investigations, customer service, and collaborating with city officials and community stakeholders to enhance public safety and improve neighborhood conditions. Skilled in public relations, community outreach, and interdepartmental coordination to support effective enforcement operations. Dedicated to fostering professional development within teams and ensuring a balanced, fair, and educational approach to code compliance culture.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Code Enforcement Supervisor
4LEAF, Inc.
01.2024 - Current
- Highly skilled Code Enforcement Supervisor with 4LEAF, overseeing inspections and enforcement operations across multiple jurisdictions in California. Pivotal role in ensuring compliance with local and state regulations, effectively managing enforcement strategies, and guiding teams through complex code compliance cases. With ability to adapt to diverse teams, projects, and jurisdictions, it provides strong leadership and direction, ensuring that projects progress efficiently while upholding the highest standards of code enforcement. Proactive and solutions-oriented approach ensures that regulatory requirements are met, compliance is achieved, and enforcement actions are executed with professionalism and consistency. Customer service dealing with residents and business owners on violations or obtaining complaints.
Business Owner
Pool Maintenance & Repair
01.2022 - Current
- Successfully grew business from 32 to 75 clients in one year through effective customer service and operational management.
- Oversee budgeting, inventory, and cost reporting to ensure financial efficiency.
- Managed customer relations and provided expert recommendations on equipment, repairs, and maintenance.
Code Enforcement Officer II
City of Shafter
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Created educational pamphlets, notices and administrative citations. Conduct weed abatements on vacant lots and conduct inspections, issue citations, and enforcing city and state regulations.
- Led investigations into land use, zoning, building codes, and health & safety violations, ensuring compliance with local ordinances. Developed and established standard operating procedures (SOPs) for code enforcement operations, improving efficiency and accuracy.
- Spearheaded the implementation of online warrant accessibility via ARIETIS, streamlining enforcement procedures.
- Coordinated community engagement initiatives, including graffiti removal and city-wide clean-up events.
- Represented the department in city council meetings and public hearings, addressing compliance issues and advocating for enforcement policies.
Code Enforcement Officer I
City of Wasco
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Managed a heavy caseload of substandard housing cases, property maintenance violations, and hazardous structure abatement.
- Conducted inspections, issued citations, and prepared legal notices outlining corrective actions and compliance deadlines.
- Trained new officers and city staff on mandated reporting laws, inspection protocols, and enforcement best practices.
- Facilitated administrative hearings and presented cases before enforcement boards and city officials.
Education
BS - Physical Education
California State University
06-2011
Skills
- Policy enforcement
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Interpersonal skills
- Reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Training development
Accomplishments
- Developed and grew community bike safety education event from 15 to over 100 participants.
- Studied and participated in educational courses to grow knowledge of the field.
- Created standard operating procedures for assigned work contract.
- Supervised team of 7 staff members.
Certification
- PC 832
- SASI Training
- Situational Awareness & Verbal De-Escalation
- Lead Safety RRP Certified
Languages
English
Some Spanish
Timeline
Code Enforcement Supervisor
4LEAF, Inc.
01.2024 - Current
Business Owner
Pool Maintenance & Repair
01.2022 - Current
Code Enforcement Officer II
City of Shafter
01.2019 - 01.2021
Code Enforcement Officer I
City of Wasco
01.2012 - 01.2019
BS - Physical Education
California State University
Experience
9+ Years