This position supervises Code Compliance Officers in the enforcement of local and state regulations relating to the Minimum Housing Code, land use, and landscaping. Work includes the interpretation of, and recommendations for changes in legal provisions for the use of buildings and promoting and maintaining harmonious relationships with individuals and neighborhood groups in the community. Determines work priorities when scheduling and assigning work. Assists Senior Officers and Code Officers with cases and issues that arise.

This job classification is included within the bargaining unit represented by Federation of Public Employees (Supervisory) and therefore is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Federation of Public Employees.

The City of Fort Lauderdale is seeking dynamic and goal-driven employees. Employees that are motivated to take on today's greatest challenges and rewards in the field of local public service. Employees who are passionate about making a difference and achieving our mission: We Build Community, in a fast-paced organization that operates by vision, strategy, and action. Would you fit in? Apply now.

The City offers a wide variety of benefits to employees. In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. New hires are automatically enrolled in FRS.

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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Supervises a comprehensive community enhancement and code compliance inspection program; supervises and participates in investigations
• Supervises subordinates in resolving citizen complaints and takes proper steps to inform appropriate departments
• Assists in planning, organizing and supervising the work and training of subordinate inspectors; may assist in supervising office staff
• Receives and assigns the responsibility for investigation of complaints relating to the construction, repair, alteration, use, occupancy and maintenance of all buildings and structures
• Issues citations to violators and coordinates the prosecution of violators, when necessary, to assure compliance with ordinance
• Meets with attorneys, public officials, architects, engineers, fire marshals, builders, contractors, property owners
• Works with the Police Department in the enforcement of Minimum Housing Code and building standards to clean up drug, crime, and blighted areas
• Supervises the maintenance of activity records and submits a periodic report reflecting workload, citations issued, compliance, and various enforcement statistics
• Attends homeowner association and other community meetings
• Recommends changes in policies, practices and procedures of the Community Inspections Division; ensures that they are implemented to the approval of the Division Manager
• Recommends disciplinary action in compliance with union contracts
• Completes employee performance evaluations and reviews
• Participates in the budget development and review process
• Performs related work as required

JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• High School Diploma or equivalent and six (6) or more months of additional training;
• Three (3) years of experience in various types of building construction, code enforcement, investigative, or inspection work, one (1) year of which is supervisory or lead worker;
• Florida Association of Code Enforcement (FACE) Certifications: Fundamentals of Code Enforcement and Administrative Aspects of Code Enforcement or equivalent. If equivalent certification is used candidate shall obtain FACE certification: Fundamentals of Code Enforcement as a requirement of the position within one (1) year.

Preferences:
Three (3) years of Code Compliance/Enforcement experience;
One (1) year supervising Code Enforcement Officers;
Typing speed of 40 wpm accurately.

HOW TO APPLY/ VETERAN INFORMATION

Depending on the number of applicants and the quality of their education and experience, the examination may consist of one or more of the following tests: Evaluation of Training and Experience, Oral Interview, Written Examination, or other assessment method. Applicants must attain a minimum score of 70 in each part of the examination in order to qualify. All successful applicants may be required to take a medical examination and/or pass a drug screening prior to appointment.

An eligible veteran who enters an open-competitive examination shall receive preference points added to the total passing score earned in the examination as provided for in the Florida Statutes. To obtain veteran's preference, candidates MUST submit a copy of separation papers and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204).

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Established Date: 11/18/2018 Revised Date: N/A
Management Category: 3 Classification Level: Principal
FLSA: Exempt Classification Status: Classified
Class Code: FS005 EEO Code: 2-Professional
Pay Grade: FS10

The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.