Code Enforcement Officer

Job Title

Responsible administrative and inspection work, involving the enforcement of County zoning, land use and related ordinances, codes and regulations, and other County codes.

Examples Of Duties

The following statements describe the principal functions of this job and its scope of responsibility but shall not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including working in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

• Performs field inspections principally to determine violations of zoning, building, landscaping, setbacks, street graphics, screening and related codes and ordinances. Enforces Code of Ordinances.
• Investigates reported violations and complaints, determines ownership and advises owners of necessary actions.
• Serves legal notices to property owners and processes matters requiring prosecution under the supervision of the Department Supervisor.
• Interprets existing regulations and codes. Makes impartial judgment decisions in determining compliance.
• Issues Civil Citations for violations of codes and ordinances.
• Attends County Court or Special Master Hearings and gives testimony when required.
• Performs final zoning inspections for commercial and single-family homes.
• Attends weekly staff meetings and civic association meetings when scheduled.
• Inputs complaint information into computer; generates memos and letters regarding complaints and maintains compliant files.
• Performs other reasonable related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or other management personnel.

Emergency Response County employees are required to report for work during a state of emergency and are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations which may include duties other than those specified in this job description. Employees may request an exemption from this requirement by submitting the appropriate exemption form, subject to review and approval.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED).
• Experience in the interpretation and enforcement of regulatory codes, regulations and guidelines.
• Training and experience in one or more of the following fields (preferred)
• law enforcement
• building department
• planning and zoning
• real estate

A combination of education, training and experience may be substituted at the County's discretion. Licenses, Certifications or Registrations

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License or must obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida and be insurable by current insurance carrier, or valid Florida Identification Card is acceptable only for positions not required to drive a county vehicle.
• Must have or be able to obtain certification within three (3) months of employment in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses:
• IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS)
• IS-200.b: ICS for Single Resources & Initial Action Incidents
• IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System

• Certification with Florida Association of Code Enforcement (FACE) or obtain within one year of employment.

Required Competencies

• Ability to read legal descriptions.
• Knowledge of County zoning, land use, and related ordinances and codes.
• Ability to enforce codes, ordinances, and regulations impartially and make decisions based on sound judgment.
• Ability to create and maintain good working relationships with officials, contractors, other employees and the general public.
• Ability to prepare oral and written reports.

Supplemental Information

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• The job involves frequent lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 20 pounds.
• The job requires frequent bending, twisting, and occasional squatting, climbing, kneeling, and balancing.
• The job requires the completion of tasks that involve simple grasping, pushing, pulling, fine manual manipulation, and typing.
• The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, depth perception and color vision, hearing, and speaking.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Works outside, inside, and working alone.

Pay Grade: 7 Salary Disclosure: Pay rates are based on policy, education, skill, experience level and internal equity. VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Hernando County BOCC provides to veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants. PLEASE REVIEW THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ON POSTING AND COMMUNICATE HOW YOU MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME. MINIMUM REQUIEMENTS MUST BE MET TO BE CONSIDERED. All applications will be carefully reviewed to evaluate qualifications and overall suitability for the position. The relevance, scope, and length of related work experience, training, and education outlined in the application and resume will be considered during the screening process. Selected applicants will be contacted to participate in interviews. Candidates are encouraged to clearly document all pertinent experience, including relevant knowledge, skills, or abilities gained outside of traditional employment, in the additional information section of the application. Hernando County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, gender, orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, or any other protected characteristic as defined by law. Hernando County is a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to drug testing in accordance with Federal and Florida State Law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must provide notification to the BOCC in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.