Chief Code Compliance Officer

Salary : $58,686.79 - $82,923.28 Annually
Location : 10770 W Oakland Park Blvd. Sunrise, FL, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026-090
Department: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Division: CODE COMPLIANCE
Opening Date: 02/04/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit: FOPA


Description
ABOUT OUR CITY

The City of Sunrise is more than a workplace - it's a community built on our Three Pillars: Customer Service, Collaboration, and Transparency. We're committed to creating an environment where innovation thrives, teamwork is celebrated, and every employee has the opportunity to grow and make a lasting impact.

As a full-service municipality and one of South Florida's premier cities, Sunrise offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a strong culture of recognition. Whether you're helping residents, shaping policy, or improving city operations, you'll be part of a team that's passionate about service excellence and community pride.

We take pride in being home to the back-to-back NHL Stanley Cup Champion Florida Panthers , a vibrant arts and entertainment district, and a diverse community that truly embodies what it means to Live, Work, and Play in Sunrise.

Effective January 2026, the City is has launched an Alternative Work Schedule designed to further support employee work-life balance - providing eligible staff with two three-day weekends per month through an every-other-Friday-off model. This initiative reflects our continued focus on flexibility and employee well-being.
NATURE OF WORK

This position is responsible for the supervision of Code Compliance Officers regarding inspection and enforcement of municipal codes, regulations and ordinances. Employees in this classification are also responsible for conducting investigative, technical and administrative work in the enforcement of the municipal codes, regulations, and ordinances. This employee must exercise considerable independent judgment while applying excellent customer service skills to conduct investigative, technical and administrative work in the enforcement of the City Code of Ordinances, zoning code regulations, and property maintenance standards.
Employees in this classification receive, assign, and investigate complaints, proactively patrol assigned geographic zone(s), educate residents and business owners regarding code requirements and violations, review inspection reports, determine violations and prepare Notices of Violation. Work involves performing field inspections as well as interpreting technical legal provisions and administrative directives pertaining to code compliance, as well as providing support to the Code Compliance Officers. Working with diverse cultural and socioeconomic groups using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines. Duties require the use of judgment and tact in explaining regulations to property owners, businesses and attorneys. Supervision is received from the Assistant Code Compliance Manager and Code Compliance Manager, who provides guidance to achieve effective code enforcement and supervision of Code Compliance Officers. Work is reviewed through personal conferences, written reports, achievements of stated expectations and goals, and adherence to City and departmental practices and policies.
NOTE:
The work schedule for the Chief Code Compliance Officer is as follows:

• Four (4) weekdays 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM or 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Saturday and/or Sunday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Attendance at evening and weekend meetings and events, at the direction of the Assistant Code Compliance Manager and/or the Code Compliance Manager

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Oversight and guidance to Code Compliance Officers in investigation, research, documentation and enforcement of City codes and ordinances
• Monitor all Code Compliance Officers work performance, productivity, and responsiveness
• Monitor progress of programs Code Compliance Officers are responsible for
• Provides team guidance for the Code Division based on experience and judgment
• Assist with training Code Compliance Officers
• Assigns inspections and complaints to Code Compliance Officers
• Initiates and performs proactive field investigations for non-compliance with or in violation of City codes and ordinances; performs verification and determination of the nature of the violation; prepares and serves notices to remove existing violations; writes Notices of Violation in cases of failure to remove a violation.
• Performs field inspections for compliance with provisions of Florida Statute Chapter 205, Local Business Taxes
• Provides superior customer service and correspondence with citizens who are in violation of city codes; explains actions required to comply with ordinances and provides remedial action alternatives.
• Demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity involving the public while demonstrating an understanding, consideration, and respect for cultural, religious and gender differences.
• Responds to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provides information within the area of assignment; resolves complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
• Educates residents and business owners in code purposes and compliance procedures.
• Provides guidance and support to Code Compliance Officers
• Ability to handle complex, multi-case issues and assignments
• Compiles and maintains documents and information requested by superiors
• Attends city events and various civic association meetings to educate and inform residents and business owners about code requirements and compliance procedures
• Reviews various records and documentation relating to code enforcement duties, i.e. property ownership, site plans, special exceptions, codes and ordinances
• Presents case documentation and information, and testifies at the Code Compliance Special Magistrate hearings regarding case facts, conditions, findings and relevant code sections
• Interacts and consults with a variety of individuals and groups in the performance of job responsibilities, including City personnel in various departments, City Attorney, county and state agencies, property owners, business owners, community groups and others
• Work involves considerable public contact and requires the ability to deal with public relations issues in a professional, tactful and courteous manner
• Ability for a flexible working schedule to allow for consistent supervisory coverage
• Performs related work as required and assigned

Requirements

EDUCATION

• Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of GED diploma
• PROOF OF HIGHEST LEVEL OF COMPLETED EDUCATION MUST BE SUBMITTED AS AN ATTACHMENT WITH APPLICATION. (Applications without attached proof of education will not be processed for consideration.)

EXPERIENCE

• Reasonable experience in code compliance and/or investigative experience or closely related experience required
• Considerable customer service experience
• Experience in the daily use of a computerized system required
• Must possess previous customer service experience preferably performed in a public service environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word is required; Basic knowledge of Excel preferred

NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Florida Association of Code Enforcement (FACE) Certification in Fundamentals of Code Enforcement
• Florida Association of Code Enforcement (FACE) Certification in Administrative Aspects of Code Enforcement preferred
• Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record or the ability to obtain a valid Florida driver's license prior to hire
• Eligible candidates are required to pass a proficiency assessment in Microsoft Word

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public by telephone and personal contact
• Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to, word processor, calculator, copier, and fax machine, tablets
• Standing, walking, and moving considerable distance on a limited basis
• Some climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, sitting, pushing, and pulling
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions, including inclement weather
• Ability to perform minimal lifting, not to exceed 30 pounds of force, which may be required on a limited basis
• Physical ability to use and operate City issued vehicles for extended period of time, including utilization as field office, and entering and exiting vehicles various times throughout the day

Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to manage and prioritize routine, specialized and complex oral and written assignments and problems utilizing knowledge acquired through prior education, training, and experience
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and consult with the Code Compliance Manager or designee when dealing with an unusual or difficult problem
• Ability to appropriately delegate code complaints and tasks
• Ability to preform reports and monitor employee performance
• Ability to research and address complex code complaints
• Knowledge of supervisory principals and practices
• Knowledge of legal procedure related to the enforcement of municipal codes and related regulations
• Knowledge of the City codes, regulations, rules and procedures, and administrative practices relating to enforcement procedures
• Knowledge of office principles and procedures
• Ability to meet with the public, and explain and enforce regulations firmly, tactfully and impartially, sometimes in stressful or emotional situations
• Ability to effectively communicate and educate the general public in layman's terms
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, city officials, supervisors, fellow employees, vendors, the general public and other outside organizations with the goal of fostering positive employee relations and employee morale
• Ability to effectively prepare and maintain records and reports
• Skill in the operation of computer equipment and keyboard, including PC applications
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and use tact and independent judgement to address escalated situations
• Ability to work independently

BENEFITS PACKAGE SUMMARY
GENERAL EMPLOYEE
HIRED ON OR AFTER 10/01/23

City-Paid Medical Benefits:
• Group Health Insurance: The City pays for 100% of the cost for single coverage for full-time employees and 66.66% of cost for Dependent/Family Coverage. Upon retirement and separation from City employment, employee receives a monthly stipend of $350 per month, applicable toward retiree health coverage.
• Life Insurance: $30,000
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D): $10,000
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Cigna Behavioral

Retirement:
• Employee Contribution = 8%
• Vesting = 10 Years
• Normal Retirement Benefit = 2.5% of pensionable earnings for each year of creditable service
• Average Final Compensation (AFC) = 3 best consecutive earning years
• Maximum Benefit = 80% of AFC, not to exceed $80,000.
• Normal Retirement = Age 62 and ten (10) years of creditable service
• Early Retirement = Age 57 and ten (10) years of creditable service, 3% annual reduction for each year prior to normal retirement age
• 13th check based on monthly retirement, payable if the pension plan funding status is equal to or greater than 100%. Paid in December each year following retirement
• Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) = 4 years/48 months maximum
• DROP Interest Rate = 4%, compounded annually

Longevity:
Based on successful completion of full-time, continuous service with the City, employee shall receive the following:
Years of Creditable Service Longevity Benefit*
10 Years 2.5%
15 Years 2.5%
20 Years 5.0%
* Longevity Benefit calculated on employee's base rate of pay

Paid Holidays:
Employees receive the following City-paid holidays:
• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth
• 4th of July, Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans' Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Friday after Thanksgiving
• Christmas Day

Annual Leave:
Annual leave may be taken as earned after completion of (90) calendar days. Maximum accumulation each fiscal year is 290 hours. At time of resignation or retirement, employee is paid for all annual leave accrued at their current rate of pay. Annual leave is accrued based on continuous, full-time service with the City, as follows:
Completed Months of Service Total Hours Accrued Annually
Up to and including first 60 months 96 hours/12 Days
Greater than 60 months through 120 months 136 hours/17 Days
Greater than 120 months through 204 months 176 hours/22 Days
Greater than 204 months 216 hours/27 Days

Annual Leave Cash Out:
Employee can opt to receive a non-pensionable cash payment twice per year for up to forty (40) hours of annual leave, provided accrued annual leave bank does not fall below eighty (80) hours.

Floating Holidays:
Upon completion of (26) weeks of full-time employment with the City, employee shall be entitled to utilize up to five (5) floating holidays per fiscal year. Floating holidays shall not carry over to the next fiscal year.
Perfect Attendance:
For every six (6) months period (April 1 - September 30) and (October 1 - March 31) in which, no sick or unpaid leave is utilized, an employee shall receive ten (10) hours of annual leave credited. Employees who qualify for a consecutive Perfect Attendance benefit shall receive fourteen (14) hours of annual leave credited for each applicable consecutive earning period.

Sick Leave:
Each employee earns (96) hours (12 days) of sick leave annually with no waiting period for use and unlimited accrual. Upon separation of City employment due to resignation, employee shall receive payment of all accrued sick leave at a rate of twenty-five percent (25%) of the employee's current rate of pay at time of resignation. Upon separation of employment due to retirement, employee shall receive payment of all accrued sick leave at a rate of fifty percent (50%) of the employee's current rate of pay at the time of retirement.

Sick Leave Conversion:
After completion of one (1) year of continuous, full-time employment with the City, an employee may convert their unused portion of their first six (6) days (maximum of forty-eight (48) hours) of accrued sick leave into annual leave. Conversions are subject to the following: A minimum of 96 unused sick leave hours accrued prior to hours being converted, total eligible sick leave hours to be converted shall be reduced hour-for-hour by any sick leave hours utilized during the eligible benefit period, and conversion subject to annual leave accrual cap.

Bereavement:
Qualifying City-paid Bereavement Leave as follows:
• In State = Up to 3 Days
• Out of State = Up to 5 Days

Tuition Reimbursement:
After one (1) year of full-time employment
• 100% reimbursement for a grade of A or B
• 50% reimbursement for a grade of C
• $250 books/lab reimbursement per semester

Credit Union:
We Florida Financial Bank & Credit Union - 8890 NW 44th Street, Sunrise, FL. 33351

Optional Voluntary Benefits (paid by the employee):
• Single or Family Dental Insurance Coverage
• Single or Family Vision Insurance Coverage
• Accident Advantage
• Life Insurance Coverage
• AD&D
• Short Term Disability
• Critical Care Protection
• Cancer Protection Assurance
• MissionSquare Retirement Compensation Programs
o 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
o 401(a) Governmental Purchase Plan: Newly hired
01


Can you provide proof that you graduated from an accredited high school or received a G.E.D. equivalency diploma? Please attach and submit proof of highest level of completed education with application.

• Yes
• No

02


Do you possess reasonable experience in code compliance and/or investigative experience or closely related experience?

• Yes
• No

03


Do you possess considerable customer service experience?

• Yes
• No

04


Do you have the Florida Association of Code Enforcement Level I certification?

• Yes
• No

05


Does your prior work history involve the daily use of a computerized system?

• Yes
• No

06


Do you have experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel?

• Yes
• No

07


Do you have a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

08


If yes, please provide Driver's License number and Date of Issue:
Required Question