Landscape Site Inspector

City of Delray Beach • Delray Beach - FL 33444, FL

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Conduct technical work in permit review and site inspections of landscaping and general improvements for compliance with the Land Development Regulations (LDR) and approved plans for new and existing properties throughout the City. Work is performed under the general direction of the Development Permit Manager.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s (AA/AS) Degree and minimum of two (2) years of work experience in plan review and inspection of landscaping and site improvements, code enforcement, or another related field.
• Understanding of City Landscape Codes and policies with strong knowledge of plant materials and South Florida vegetation.
• Ability to read and understand Landscape and Site Plans and architectural elevations.
• Ability to read and apply Land Development Regulations.
• Ability to conduct field inspection for tree survey verifications, landscape inspections for compliance with approved Landscape Plans, inspections for compliance with approved architectural elevations, including materials, colors, and finishes, and site inspections for compliance with approved site plans, such as fences, hardscaping, etc.
• Ability to communicate in writing and orally.
• Ability to adapt to an evolving and continually improving environment.
• Ability to use City's computerized building permit application tracking system.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees, residents, and contractors.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize personal computer and office software such as MS Word, MS Excel and electronic mail.
• Ability to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies.
• Ability to be appropriately groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organization’s mission, goals, and policies.
• Ability to report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required by the assignment or orders.
• Ability to notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules.
• Ability to conform with standards and rules regarding use of accrued time.
• Ability to demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the public.
• Ability to operate and care for equipment to manufacturer’s specifications and/or within the specified parameters.
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.
• A comparable combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve permits associated with single family residences and duplex development for compliance with the landscape, tree preservation, fence, and other similar requirements of the LDR.
• Review and approve permits for vegetation and tree removal for compliance with the LDR, including the tree preservation ordinance.
• Inspect new construction, building modifications, and site improvements associated with single family residences and duplex development prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, for compliance with approved permits, Historic Certificates of Appropriateness, Certified building façade elevations, Certified landscape plans and/or the LDR landscaping requirements.
• Inspect properties for landscape violations and report deficiencies to supervisor.
• Answer questions from the public concerning landscape code requirements.
• Maintain files and records.
• Prepare reports.
• Perform all functions and responsibilities according to the Palm Beach County Code of Ethics and Florida State Statutes 112.313.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree