Code Compliance Coordinator

City of Greenacres • Greenacres, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Technical and administrative work for the Code Compliance Division involving research and review of violations, issuance and coordination of notices and other related paperwork, handling difficult customers and complaints, reviews cases and monitors activity for special magistrate Code Cases. The City of Greenacres' Compensation Plan allows for hiring at a maximum rate of up to 15% above the minimum range for the position based on education, experience and valid proof of certification(s) that are obtained through extensive program of study and training over and above the minimum requirements. Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Greenacres. You must be able to meet the minimum following requirements: Must have graduated from an accredited high school or have obtained a State of Florida G.E.D. certificate or equivalent. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida driver's license. Must be of good moral character. Must submit to a post-offer physical examination. The offer of employment will be contingent on the results of testing and/or examinations.

Requirements

• Must have graduated from an accredited high school or have obtained a State of Florida G.E.D. certificate or equivalent.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida driver's license.
• Must be of good moral character.
• Must submit to a post-offer physical examination.
• A minimum of three (3) professional/personal references must be provided.
• Two (2) years’ experience in code enforcement or closely related field ensuring compliance with municipal, county, state or federal laws and codes pertaining to zoning, health, sanitation, building, licensing, criminal justice, or closely related field; or similar position with considerable public contact and/or investigative knowledge/background.
• Possess and maintains a valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Must possess and maintain Level 1 Certification in Fundamentals of Code Enforcement by the Florida Association of Code Enforcement (F.A.C.E) and the ability to obtain another certification by the Florida Association of Code Enforcement (F.A.C.E) (6) six months of employment.
• Must maintain a minimum of (16) sixteen continuing education credits every (2) two years.

Nice To Haves

• College Diploma (if applicable)
• Veterans Preference documentation (if applicable)
• Military DD214 Form (if applicable)
• Military Discharge Certificate (if applicable)

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and oversees assigned code enforcement processes and ensures compliance with all rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Oversees, responds to, investigates, and logs citizen complaints from general telephone or walk-in inquiries, including performing inspections and handling special cases to seek compliance.
• Inspects and follows-up on approved temporary signs and temporary use permits in order to ensure compliance with conditions and the code.
• Inspects the City and follows up with code enforcement officers on an as needed basis to ensure compliance with various City codes and regulations including for approved site plans, landscaping plans, Business Tax Receipt requirements, and other City conditions or codes.
• Logs and follows up on elevated or complex code cases necessitating heightened review and oversight.
• Investigates and documents violations of City codes and ordinances.
• Processes courtesy and warning notices, notices of violations, and/or citations.
• Prepares Special Magistrate paperwork including agendas, affidavits and case history recaps, and ensures deadlines are met.
• Appears before the Special Magistrate as necessary to present case testimony and evidence pertaining to violations.
• Assist the Code Supervisor with special projects, as needed.
• Follows up on fines and liens imposed by the Special Magistrate to ensure timely enforcement of orders.
• Identifies legal property ownership or other parties to verify proper notice requirements are satisfied.
• Prepares documentation for submission to City Attorney for imposition and release of municipal liens.
• Performs administrative tasks to support the Code Enforcement Division functions.
• Establishes and maintains activity files and prepares reports as needed.
• Writes and ensures entries for Code Corner reminders are placed in the City newsletters.
• Ensure that the Code Enforcement Division page(s) of the City Website and Intranet are updated with the most current information.
• Maintains the division records including scanning and filing of documents in compliance with City and statutory requirements and completes the annual records destruction in coordination with the Department Records Specialist.
• Involves frequent contact with the public; communicates in a courteous, professional and tactful manner at all times.
• Establishes rapport with community groups and other civic organizations through meetings, speeches and presentations.
• Conducts research for special projects as assigned.
• Notifies the Supervisor of any issues or concerns that need to be addressed at a high level.
• Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new trends and advances in the profession and reads professional literature.
• Represents the City at meetings, when requested.
• Interacts with City Attorney in preparation of code enforcement cases.
• Interacts with other City, County, and State agencies to enforce violations.
• Provides assistance to other employees as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The City of Greenacres' Compensation Plan allows for hiring at a maximum rate of up to 15% above the minimum range for the position based on education, experience and valid proof of certification(s) that are obtained through extensive program of study and training over and above the minimum requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED