POSITION SUMMARYThe Development Services Department's Community Enhancement and Compliance Division is seeking Code Compliance Officers (4-Day/10-Hour Schedule)Come and join our Team!!!*Please note that the schedules for Code Compliance Officers are 4 days x 10 hours. The days and specific schedules vary and may include evenings. Schedules are picked annually on a seniority basis. Code Compliance Officers are also considered Essential Workers, meaning that they may be called upon to work during any emergency.The Code Compliance Officer conducts inspection and enforcement work in securing compliance with laws, regulations and ordinances governing land use, minimum housing, property maintenance, abandoned and uninhabitable properties, signs, seawalls, storm water, zoning, landscaping and related environmental issues. Employees may receive advice or assistance from a Senior Code Compliance Officer or supervisor concerning unusual or difficult inspections; however, most field work is done independently and requires knowledge of applicable regulations.
This job classification is included within the bargaining unit represented by Teamsters Local Union 769 and therefore is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769.
“In accordance with Article 24 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City employees and external applicants).”
Additionally, this job classification is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769. The City offers a wide variety of benefits to employees. In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option, and requires a 3% contribution from employees. New hires are automatically enrolled in FRS. Say "Hello" to the City of Fort Lauderdale and Say "Goodbye" to Your Student Loan!
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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSEssential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.
- Conducts reactive (complaints) and proactive (self-initiated) field and waterway inspections of residential, commercial, industrial, and vacant parcels
- Enforces and reviews state, municipal, zoning, waterways, business tax, building laws and regulations
- Prepares, organizes and maintains case files to present cases and testifies at quasi-judicial hearings
- Researches information regarding policies, laws, regulations, business tax receipts, engineering, environmental, landscaping, permits and building and zoning requirements
- Researches ownership of various residential, commercial, industrial, and vacant properties within the City
- Provides code compliance information to address client issues and educate concerned parties
- Attends homeowner and civic association meetings
- Posts and mails hearing and violation notices
- Compiles and prepares written reports on investigations, maintains all inspection results, prepares correspondence and notices of violations in a computerized case management environment
- Identifies structures that may be unsafe and initiates the appropriate follow-up action
- May be required to flex their work schedule, work nights and weekends and holidays, as necessary to perform assigned responsibilities
- Performs related work as required
NOTE: The duties of this position will include all of those duties set forth in the official job description.
JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENTGraduated from a standard high school or vocational school or possess a G.E.D. certificate from a recognized issuing agency;Possess at least two (2) years of paid work experience dealing with the public in any of the following types of work: code enforcement, planning, building inspection, or construction or other closely related fields;
OR Possess any one (1) F.A.C.E. ( Florida Association of Code Enforcement) Certification (Fundamentals of Code Enforcement; Administrative Aspects of Code Enforcement; Legal Issues in Code Enforcement; Officer Safety and Field Applications) or equivalent (i.e. American Association of Code Enforcement, Careers in Code Enforcement, Relevant State Association of Code Enforcement); Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver's license within 30 days after hire.
NOTE: Code Compliance officers need to possess/obtain their F.A.C.E. (Florida Association of Code Enforcement) Certification: Fundamentals of Code Enforcement, within (1) one year of hire date and maintain this certification during their employment with the City in this classification. NOTE: Required certifications and license must be kept current to continue employment in this class.
Preferences:- Ability to accurately type 40 wpm
- Previous experience in Code Compliance
Special Requirements: Essential Employees may be required to work during a declared emergency or work in some capacity after the declared emergency. The employee's Department Head will determine when the employee will be required to work.
PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
Ability to lift, carry, climb, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, walk, push, pull, grasp, stand and access heights or areas where limited space is available.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
HOW TO APPLY/ VETERAN INFORMATIONDepending on the number of applicants and the quality of their education and experience, the examination may consist of one or more of the following tests: Evaluation of Training and Experience, Oral Interview, Written Examination, or other assessment method. Applicants must attain a minimum score of 70 in each part of the examination in order to qualify. All successful applicants may be required to take a medical examination and/or pass a drug screening prior to appointment.
An eligible veteran who enters an open-competitive examination shall receive preference points added to the total passing score earned in the examination as provided for in the Florida Statutes.
To obtain veteran's preference, candidates MUST submit a copy of separation papers and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form ( J-204) . SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONIMPORTANT: Established Date: 11/18/2018 Revised Date: N/A
Management Category: N/A Classification Level: Foundation
FLSA: Non-Exempt Classification Status: Classified
Job Code: TM019 EEO Code: 5 - Paraprofessional
Job Grade: TG07
The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.
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Closing Date/Time: 7/30/2024 12:00 AM Eastern
