Code Compliance Inspector

Under the direction of the Code Compliance Supervisor, the person in this position will work in securing compliance with all laws, regulations, and ordinances governing land, existing buildings and uses, and related environmental conditions as they pertain to field inspections and code enforcement work. This employee works independently in the field and office and is responsible for making decisions requiring considerable technical judgment, exercising tact, firmness, and initiative.  Work required is often sensitive in nature and involves direct contact and/or communication with property owners and the public. Work hours will vary, including weekends, evenings, and some holidays.

• Conduct inspections and examinations of properties and their related uses to determine compliance with applicable laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
• Conduct inspections and investigate complaints regarding City Code and land development code violations; schedule routine and follow-up inspections and conduct periodic neighborhood surveys to determine violations.
• Conduct inspections relating to the right to occupy and use real or tangible property or structures which are in violation of applicable laws, codes, or regulations.
• Conduct inspections relating to acts of persons in violation of laws, codes, and regulations relating to any environmental factors affecting the life, health, and welfare of the community.
• Prepare reports of findings. Prepare and mail correspondence and notices to occupants and owners as described by Florida Statutes. Post all properties which are scheduled for a Code Enforcement Hearing. Work may involve the review of building permit applications for issues related to code enforcement.
• Prepare and maintain records and written reports of findings and initiates correspondence and violation notices listing the violations and ordering that appropriate remedial action be taken.
• Prepare and maintain various records using a laptop computer, keyboard, mouse, and electronic tablet to accurately enter data and type records.
• Track all code cases pertaining to deadlines for achieving compliance.
• Schedule code cases for code enforcement board and/or special magistrate. Prepare meeting agendas and handles mail-out for agendas.
• Initiate Code Enforcement Board and/or Special Magistrate action against owners failing to comply and serve as a witness against the offender during public hearings, which are usually televised. In addition to the inspection of property for code compliance, employee shall be responsible for the preparation of the paperwork necessary for preparing a case for review before the Code Enforcement Board and/or Special Magistrate. Employee shall present such cases to the Code Enforcement Board and/or Special Magistrate and shall perform all follow-up as required to complete each case.
• Attend civic and public meetings for the purpose of explaining various processes, laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Act as liaison between various City Departments, the business community, property owners and the public with respect to providing code enforcement.
• Research records to identify legal ownership, locations, land use classifications, and any previous city or court proceedings involving properties having code violations.
• May be assigned duties related to permit processing and issuance.
• Conduct inspections and examinations of properties and their related uses to determine damage post natural disaster event using applicable damage assessment software located on City-owned electronic tablet.
• Perform related work as assigned.

These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required.

• Must be eighteen years of age or older.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalency.
• One (1) year experience in a closely related field, such as building & construction trades, law enforcement, community service, animal control, or other type of inspection work, or permitting or planning; or
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Must have scheduling flexibility and be able to work variable shifts including weekdays, weekends, evenings, and some holidays.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local housing, zoning, and related environmental laws, regulations, and ordinances.
• Knowledge of building maintenance practices.
• Skill in the operation of a computer and associated programs and data systems, microfiche viewer, camera, and other modern office equipment used for researching and recording information.
• Ability to retrieve information using a variety of source materials and to prepare and maintain moderately complex records, reports, case files, and filing systems.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and database software.
• Ability to inspect properties for compliance with code, interpret and enforce laws, regulations, and codes with firmness, tact, and impartiality.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate and testify clearly and concisely, orally, and in writing to individuals and larger groups, and to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to effectively and tactfully interact with citizens and contractors in person and via email and telephone.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public as necessitated by the work.
• Ability to maintain information of a sensitive and/or confidential nature.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS

• Acceptable eyesight (with or without corrections)
• Acceptable hearing (with or without aid)
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• This position requires a medium level of physical activity and requires the ability to use up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently.
• This position requires considerable physical activity including walking, lifting, reaching, stooping, pulling, grasping, balancing, climbing, kneeling, bending, standing, and crouching.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Employee is subject to inside and outside activities with no effective protection from weather changes.
• Employee subjected to atmospheric conditions, job hazards, and noise.

Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.