Code Compliance Technician

The Code Compliance Technician position plays a vital role in our department's efficiency and community outreach. This role is responsible for providing immediate nuisance abatement services on private property, handling minor issues like trash removal, graffiti cleanup, and trimming overgrown trees. 

This position is classified as a non-exempt, full-time position with a 40-hour work-week.

The schedule for this position is: Monday - Friday (7:30AM - 4:30PM)

Essential Functions:

• Proactively address minor nuisances on private and public property, including removing litter, graffiti, and illegal signs.
• Perform minor vegetation trimming to clear overgrown trees and bushes that obstruct sidewalks and roadways.
• Remove abandoned property, like shopping carts, from public right-of-ways.
• Monitor vacant or abandoned properties for signs of illegal dumping, deterioration, or security issues, and report findings to Code Compliance Officers.
• Assist in emergency response efforts by identifying and mitigating minor hazards like fallen branches or roadway obstructions.
• Support post-disaster assessments, such as after a hurricane, by documenting damage and reporting it to the appropriate teams.
• Accurately document all field activities, including minor abatements, property observations, and community interactions.
• Maintain detailed logs and reports related to complaints, outreach efforts, and recurring violations.
• Report major or escalating violations and recurring problem areas to Code Compliance Officers for more extensive follow-up.
• Track and record improvements made on properties after voluntary compliance or courtesy abatements.
• Serve as a community resource by educating residents and business owners on municipal codes and promoting voluntary compliance.
• Distribute informational materials and provide guidance on code regulations.
• Engage with the public in a professional and courteous manner to build positive relationships and encourage adherence to city ordinances.

Additional Duties:

• Performs related duties as assigned.

• A High School Diploma or GED is required. 

• One (1) year of experience in code enforcement, public works, property maintenance, landscaping, community outreach, or a related field is required. 
• Florida Association of Code Enforcement Level I certification is preferred. 
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. 
• Requirements exist at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.  

• Applicants must complete all requirements established by the City of Doral for employment.  This may include, but is not limited to, a written examination, a psychological exam, a polygraph examination, a comprehensive background investigation, and a job-related medical examination including a drug/alcohol screening test.   

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS REQUIRED

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be fluent in the English language.  Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus.
• Must be computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. 
• Knowledge of use of small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
• Skill in meeting and dealing with the public and fellow workers in an effective and courteous manner.
• Skill in typing and transcribing.
• Skill in communicating, both verbally and in writing.
• Skill in providing excellent customer service.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to organize.
• Ability to prepare and/or process purchase orders.
• Ability to perform several tasks at one time.
• Ability to get along with others.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to finger, grasp, handle, kneel, lift, pull, push, reach, receive information through oral communication; make rational decisions; express ideas through speaking accurately/loudly/quickly; make repetitive motions with the hands; stand for sustained periods of time; stoop by bending the body downwards; shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level; use visual acuity to perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal, determining the accuracy of work, operate heavy equipment, perform inspections; and walk from one work site to another.
• Ability to perceive sound at normal speaking levels; express ideas through speaking accurately/loudly/quickly; use visual acuity to perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal or determining the accuracy of work; and walk from one work site to another.
• Ability to hear, make rational decisions and perform activities such as transcribing, viewing a computer terminal and/or extensive reading.
• Ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 50 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. The amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized.
• Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
• Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
• Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
• Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Picking, holding, or otherwise working, primarily with the whole hand.

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES 

• Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such dirt, noise extremes, hazardous materials, machinery, or bright/dim lights.