Code Enforcement Officer

City of Titusville•Titusville, FL

23h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for proactively enforcing the City of Titusville Code of Ordinance sections, along with state and local laws that pertain to nuisances, building, zoning, signage, Business Tax Certificates, Storm water and solid waste. This includes the permitting regulations for building, signage, fences, sidewalks, and site location permits, etc. This job may require a flexible work schedule and may work on weekends, nights and/or holidays, when required. Reports to the Lead Code Enforcement Officer.

Requirements

Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
Must have three (3) years minimum experience in Code Enforcement or related fields, law enforcement or related fields, or any equivalent combination of experience, education, or training.
Must be able to attain Florida Association of Code Enforcement Certification Level I within one (1) year of employment or promotion.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Operators Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
Must pass Florida Department of Law Enforcement Background Check.
Ability to interpret and enforce the City of Titusville Code of Ordinances, Florida State Statutes, and other applicable regulations.
Ability to conduct online research using local, state, and federal databases and websites, including: Secretary of State records, County Clerk of Court records, Property Appraiser databases, Federal websites and public records systems.
Ability to organize, coordinate, and manage scheduled inspections, re-inspections, and field-generated inspections.
Extensive knowledge of the City quadrant system and ability to patrol and monitor all areas of the City for potential code violations.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate initiative as a self-starter.
Ability to recognize violations and life safety concerns and make sound decisions and judgments in the field.
Ability to remain calm, professional, and effective in stressful, confrontational, or high-pressure situations.
Ability to prepare detailed technical reports and maintain accurate inspection records and documentation.
Ability to accurately calculate measurements and apply general knowledge of construction practices and industry standards.
Skill in operating computer systems and software programs to input, retrieve, and maintain data and records.
Ability to maintain written inspection logs and case files in an organized and accurate manner.
Ability to compose clear, professional correspondence, reports, and violation notices to businesses, contractors, property owners, and the general public.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain codes, ordinances, and enforcement procedures to a variety of audiences.
Requires exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Visual Acuity: Have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles, include close vision, distant vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Speaking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken English word including the ability to convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately and concisely. Ability to communicate verbally both in person and over the phone.
Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word including those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. Must be able to communicate by phone, in person, and by radio in a professional manner.
Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discrimination in sound.
Sitting: Requires some sedentary work.
Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time on a daily basis.
Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles.
Climbing stairs.
Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks.
Mental Acuity: Ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes.
Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
Handling: Picking, holding, or otherwise working, primarily with the whole hand.
Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including computers, calculators, copiers, etc.

Responsibilities

Performs inspections to ensure compliance with City ordinances, Florida State Statutes, and applicable regulations related to nuisances, zoning, permitting, contractor licensing, building regulations, and alcoholic beverage laws.
Conducts field inspections of overgrown properties, debris violations, substandard structures, construction sites, and other potential code violations.
Accesses and inspects difficult or restricted areas including roofs, crawl spaces, ladders, and obstructed locations to complete thorough inspections.
Works outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions while conducting inspections and patrols throughout the City.
Maintains detailed and accurate records of inspections, violations, corrective actions, and case activity using digital software and databases.
Prepares reports, correspondence, violation notices, and other documentation related to enforcement activities.
Provides sworn testimony during Municipal Code Enforcement Board hearings, Special Magistrate proceedings, civil court proceedings, and other legal or administrative hearings as required.
Collects and documents information necessary to support inspection or search warrants when applicable.
Review permits, licenses, contractor certifications, and related records to verify compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Conducts online research through state, county, federal, and local databases to obtain property, contractor, ownership, permitting, and case-related information.
Coordinates and schedules inspections, re-inspections, and follow-up enforcement activities.
Patrols assigned areas of the City to proactively identify violations of codes and ordinances.
Serves as a liaison between City departments, contractors, business owners, tenants, property owners, outside agencies, and the public regarding code enforcement matters.
Responds to complaints, inquiries, and concerns from the public in a professional and customer service-oriented manner.
Communicates effectively with individuals in stressful, confrontational, or sensitive situations while maintaining professionalism and sound judgment.
Interprets and explains City codes, ordinances, regulations, and enforcement procedures to the public and stakeholders.
Attends public meetings, civic meetings, hearings, and related functions as required.
Operates computer systems and software programs to input, retrieve, track, and manage inspection and enforcement data.
Exercises independent judgment and decision-making in identifying violations and addressing life safety concerns in the field.
Performs all other duties as assigned.