code enforcement officer

Performs technical work enforcing the Land Development Code, Code of Ordinances, International Property Maintenance Code, other codes or ordinances and Florida State Statute 162 as necessary and does related work as required. Considerable tact and courtesy are required in frequent contact with property owners, citizens, tenants, business owners, division staff, department staff, department managers, the department director, other City departments, city officials and other governmental agencies. Work is performed under the supervision of the Code Enforcement Supervisor.

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.

Inspects and re-inspects properties to ensure compliance with the Land Development Code, Code of Ordinances, International Property Maintenance Code, other codes or ordinances as necessary, and Florida State Statutes Chapter 162.

Prepares case documentation and makes presentations to the Code Enforcement Special Magistrate.

Interprets and enforces Land Development Code, Code of Ordinances, International Property Maintenance Code, other codes or ordinances as necessary and Florida State Statute 162.

Investigates complaints regarding violations and initiates Code Enforcement action as necessary.

Reviews plats, building permits, and occupational licenses for compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and statutes.

Prepares a wide variety of formal and informal legal documents for distribution to property owners, business owners, and other related parties, regarding Code Enforcement violations.

Researches Tax Collector and Property Appraiser records to determine property identification and ownership.

Attends and participates in Special Magistrate and/or other designated meetings as necessary.

Meets with and explains codes, ordinances, statutes and violations to complainants, residents, property owners, business owners and staff.

Issues citations, transmits notice to Circuit Court, and presents case to Circuit Court, when necessary; issues Administrative Citations and presents case to Special Magistrate when necessary.

Identifies and removes illegally place signs from the City's rights-of-way.

Organizes and maintains records, reports, and logs concerning Code Enforcement cases.

Assists with the development of the agenda and minutes for Special Magistrate meetings.

Performs related tasks as required.

Requires High School Diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by courses or training equivalent to the completion of one year of college in construction, building code compliance, or a closely-related field. A combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Requires a minimum of two (2) years of full-time work experience in code enforcement, zoning, planning, or community development, with responsibilities for interpreting and enforcing municipal codes, regulations, or ordinances. Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, include Outlook, Word, and Excel.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires possession of FACE certification at Level I or ability to obtain certification within six (6) months (provided that a FACE level I class is available to attend within six months of hire date).

Requires a valid Florida driver's license (or must obtain a Florida driver license within 30 days of employment) and must maintain an acceptable driving record.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of the Land Development Code, Code of Ordinances, International Property Maintenance Code, other codes or ordinances as necessary.

Ability to communicate concerns about codes or ordinances that require Supervisor or Management review, and make suggestions for improvements.

Thorough knowledge of Chapter 162 of Florida State Statutes.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, site plans and designs and to ensure compliance with appropriate ordinances and codes.

Thorough knowledge of legal procedures related to the enforcement of ordinances and codes.

Ability to prepare factual reports and present same to appropriate board, Council or court.

Ability to organize facts and present them in simple and clearly written or graphic form.

Ability to operate modern office equipment such as a personal computer, printer, fax machine, copy machine and telephone.

Possess intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Skilled in calendar management, email organization, and task delegation within Outlook; composing letters, creating forms, and executing mail merges in Word; and tracking, sorting, filtering, analyzing, and validating data in Excel.

Ability to communicate ideas effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public officials, associates and the general public.

Ability to enforce ordinances and regulations with firmness, tact and impartiality.

As part of our commitment to a drug-free and tobacco/nicotine-free workplace, applicants are required to successfully pass a drug and/or tobacco/nicotine test as required by Florida law. Refusal to take a test, or failure to pass the test according to minimum standards, is cause for disqualification.

The complete job description and application materials are available at Oviedo City Hall, Human Resources Department, 400 Alexandria Blvd., Oviedo, FL 32765 or at

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The City of Oviedo values the service veterans and their family members have given to this nation, and we support the hiring of returning service members and military spouses.

We understand that you are interested in learning the status of your application. Please be assured that the Human Resources Department will notify all applicants of the final status of their application. We manage a large volume of applications on a continual basis, and appreciate your patience during the process. It is not necessary to contact us to inquire about your status after submitting your application.