Code Compliance Officer I

Closes On: July 5, 2023 at 11:59 PM EST
Department:Building
Division:Building
Job Status:Full-Time
Rate of Pay:49,362 - 69,256
Position Type:Regular
Status:Open until filled
Details:Pay Grade 15
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General Statement of Job
Under general supervision performs research, investigative, enforcement, and follow up duties on various violations for the city’s Building Department. Position issues notices of violation and citations for noncompliance to both the public and private sector in reference to local ordinances, codes, and permits. Prepares cases for judicial process. Acts as a public information resources.
Essential Functions
The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this position.
They are not listed in any order of importance.
The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this description.
Other Duties May Be Required And Assigned.
Issues proactive and reactive Courtesy Notices to both the public and private sector regarding city ordinances, codes, etc.
Performs research and investigative work in determining extent of violation and non-compliance, and in preparing cases for judicial process.
Issues Notice of Hearing for non-compliance to Courtesy Notices.
Initiates towing of inoperative and/or abandoned vehicles on public property.
Attends court cases for the purpose of testifying at the direction of the City Attorney as required.
Performs various public education and communication activities, at the direction of the Code Compliance Supervisor.
Performs related work as required.
Minimum Training And Experience
High school diploma or equivalent, and two (2) years full-time work experience in Code Compliance or closely related field.
Must successfully complete all applicable Civil Service requirements.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s license.
Preferred Training And Experience
Florida Association of Code Enforcement (FACE) Level I or II Certification.
Minimum Qualifications To Perform Essential Functions
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Physical Requirements
Tasks involve frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping; some lifting and carrying objects of light to moderate weight (10 – 20 pounds).
Data Conception
Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, or composite characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) or data, people, or things.
Interpersonal Communications
Requires the ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information.
Includes giving and receiving instructions, assignments and/or directions.
Language Ability
Requires the ability to read a variety of materials relevant to government, legal and city administration operations.
Intelligence
Requires the ability to draw valid conclusions in task processing and prioritization.
Verbal Aptitude
Must communicate efficiently and effectively in standard English.
Must speak in poise, and voice control.
Numerical Aptitude
Requires the ability to add subtract, multiply and divide.
Form/Spatial Aptitude
Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape, and visually read various information.
Motor Coordination
Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes accurately in handling, sorting, and filing documents.
Manual Dexterity
Requires the ability to utilize a variety of modern office equipment.
Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
Color Discrimination
Requires the ability to differentiate between colors or shades of color depending on specific assignment.
Interpersonal Temperament
Requires the ability to deal effectively with people in both giving and receiving instructions.
Must be able to perform duties when confronted with individuals acting under stress.
Physical Communication
Requires the ability to talk and/or hear: (talking:
expressing or exchanging information by means of spoken words; hearing:
perceiving nature of sounds by ear).
Environmental Requirements
Tasks require frequent exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of local codes and ordinances, or the means by which to access each
Knowledge of report and record keeping principles and techniques.
Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations.
Knowledge of filing principles and methods
Skilled in both written and oral communications for effective expression of clarity.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, support staff and other departments position interact with.
Ability to organize and review work for efficient results and accuracy.
Ability to handle a multitude of diverse tasks simultaneously while maintaining an attention to detail for the purpose of ensuring accuracy in task performance.
Ability to drive a passenger vehicle safely and locate addresses in the community.
Disclaimer
The City of Margate, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S. C. 12101 et. seq.), the City of Margate will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.