City of Fort Lauderdale, FL
Salary:
$26.24 - $40.69 Hourly Location :
Fort Lauderdale FL 33311, FL Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
TM019-45 Department:
Development Services 1 Division:
04CW Community Inspections Opening Date:
09/26/2025 Closing Date:
10/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
POSITION SUMMARY The Development Services Department's Community Enhancement and Compliance Division is seeking a Code Compliance Officer (4-Day/10-Hour Schedule) The Code Compliance Officer conducts inspection and enforcement work in securing compliance with laws, regulations and ordinances governing land use, minimum housing, property maintenance, abandoned and uninhabitable properties, signs, seawalls, storm water, zoning, landscaping and related environmental issues. Employees may receive advice or assistance from a Senior Code Compliance Officer or supervisor concerning unusual or difficult inspections; however, most field work is done independently and requires knowledge of applicable regulations. In accordance with Article 24 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City employees and external applicants).
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position. Conducts reactive (complaints) and proactive (self-initiated) field and waterway inspections of residential, commercial, industrial, and vacant parcels Enforces and reviews state, municipal, zoning, waterways, business tax, building laws and regulations Prepares, organizes, and maintains case files to present cases and testifies at quasi-judicial hearings Researches information regarding policies, laws, regulations, business tax receipts, engineering, environmental, landscaping, permits, and building and zoning requirements Researches ownership of various residential, commercial, industrial, and vacant properties within the City Provides code compliance information to address client issues and educate concerned parties Attends homeowner and civic association meetings Posts and mails hearing and violation notices Compiles and prepares written reports on investigations, maintains all inspection results, prepares correspondence and notices of violations in a computerized case management environment Identifies structures that may be unsafe and initiates the appropriate follow-up action May be required to flex their work schedule, work nights and weekends and holidays, as necessary to perform assigned responsibilities Performs related work as required
JOB REQUIREMENTS, PREFERENCES & WORK ENVIRONMENT
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Graduated from a standard high school or vocational school or possess a G.E.D. certificate from a recognized issuing agency. Possess at least two (2) years of paid work experience dealing with the public in any of the following types of work:
Code Enforcement Planning Building Inspection Construction Security or Candidates with experience in closely related fields may also be considered.
OR
Possess one (1) of the following F.A.C.E. (Florida Association of Code Enforcement) Certification:
Fundamentals of Code Enforcement Administrative Aspects of Code Enforcement Legal Issues in Code Enforcement
Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire. Code Compliance officers need to possess/obtain their F.A.C.E. (Florida Association of Code Enforcement) Certification: Fundamentals of Code Enforcement, within (1) one year of hire date and maintain this certification during their employment with the City in this classification. Ability to accurately type 35 wpm. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form
(
J-204) to the online application.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Previous experience in Code Compliance
As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.
PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Ability to lift, carry, climb, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, walk, push, pull, grasp, stand and access heights or areas where limited space is available.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. HOW TO APPLY & SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position. The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form
(
J-204)
to the online application. 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.
Click for an overview of employment information including our benefits package.
Say "Hello" to the City of Fort Lauderdale and Say "Goodbye" to Your Student Loan! Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, the remaining balance on your student loan may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time at the City of Fort Lauderdale. Click for more information or to see if you qualify.
In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City of Fort Lauderdale participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. All new City of Fort Lauderdale employees are automatically enrolled in FRS. Click to view additional information on the Florida Retirement System. 01
Please indicate if you currently work for the City of Fort Lauderdale by selecting the appropriate status.
Part-time City employee Full-time employee under other contract or management Full-time employee under Teamsters Contract Not a City Employee
02
Do you have any relatives working at the Development Services Department at the City of Fort Lauderdale?
Yes No
03
Do you possess a standard high school or trade school diploma or possess an acceptable G.E.D. certificate from a recognized issuing agency?
Yes No
04
How many years of paid work experience do you have with the public in any of the following types of work: code enforcement, planning, building inspection, construction, law enforcement, security or other closely related field?
No Experience Less than 1 year 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 or more years
05
How many years of code enforcement experience do you have?
No experience Less than 1 year 1 - 2 years 3 - 4 years 5 or more years
06
How many years of experience do you have documenting, preparing, or writing detailed reports?
No Experience Less than 2 years 2 - 4 years 5 or more years
07
How many years of experience do you have preparing property inspection reports and case histories, and organizing and preparing cases files and evidence for possible presentation before a Special Magistrate or Judge?
No Experience Less than 2 years 2 - 4 years 5 or more years
08
How many years of experience do you have presenting information to public groups, assemblies, and/or participating in judicial proceedings?
No experience Less than 2 years 2 - 4 years 5 or more years
09
What Florida Association of Code Enforcement (FACE) certifications do you possess? (Select all that apply).
No FACE Certifications Fundamentals of Code Enforcement Administrative Aspects of Code Enforcement Legal Issues in Code Enforcement Officer Safety and Field Applications
10
Have you ever taken any of the F.A.C.E. level examinations? If so, please state which exam(s), how many times, and if you passed or failed the exam(s). 11
How many words per minute do you type accurately?
No Typing Experience 1 - 20 Words Per Minute 21 - 34 Words Per Minute 35 - 60 Words Per Minute Over 60 Words Per Minute
12
Please indicate which work schedules you are available to work below.
Sunday - Wednesday Wednesday - Saturday Either Schedule
13
Do you currently possess, or are able to obtain a State of Florida drivers' license within 30 days of employment?
Yes No
14
Please tell us why you are interested in employment with the Community Enhancement and Compliance Division at the City of Fort Lauderdale. Required Question
$26.24 - $40.69 Hourly Location :
Fort Lauderdale FL 33311, FL Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
TM019-45 Department:
Development Services 1 Division:
04CW Community Inspections Opening Date:
09/26/2025 Closing Date:
10/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
POSITION SUMMARY The Development Services Department's Community Enhancement and Compliance Division is seeking a Code Compliance Officer (4-Day/10-Hour Schedule) The Code Compliance Officer conducts inspection and enforcement work in securing compliance with laws, regulations and ordinances governing land use, minimum housing, property maintenance, abandoned and uninhabitable properties, signs, seawalls, storm water, zoning, landscaping and related environmental issues. Employees may receive advice or assistance from a Senior Code Compliance Officer or supervisor concerning unusual or difficult inspections; however, most field work is done independently and requires knowledge of applicable regulations. In accordance with Article 24 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City employees and external applicants).
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position. Conducts reactive (complaints) and proactive (self-initiated) field and waterway inspections of residential, commercial, industrial, and vacant parcels Enforces and reviews state, municipal, zoning, waterways, business tax, building laws and regulations Prepares, organizes, and maintains case files to present cases and testifies at quasi-judicial hearings Researches information regarding policies, laws, regulations, business tax receipts, engineering, environmental, landscaping, permits, and building and zoning requirements Researches ownership of various residential, commercial, industrial, and vacant properties within the City Provides code compliance information to address client issues and educate concerned parties Attends homeowner and civic association meetings Posts and mails hearing and violation notices Compiles and prepares written reports on investigations, maintains all inspection results, prepares correspondence and notices of violations in a computerized case management environment Identifies structures that may be unsafe and initiates the appropriate follow-up action May be required to flex their work schedule, work nights and weekends and holidays, as necessary to perform assigned responsibilities Performs related work as required
JOB REQUIREMENTS, PREFERENCES & WORK ENVIRONMENT
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Graduated from a standard high school or vocational school or possess a G.E.D. certificate from a recognized issuing agency. Possess at least two (2) years of paid work experience dealing with the public in any of the following types of work:
Code Enforcement Planning Building Inspection Construction Security or Candidates with experience in closely related fields may also be considered.
OR
Possess one (1) of the following F.A.C.E. (Florida Association of Code Enforcement) Certification:
Fundamentals of Code Enforcement Administrative Aspects of Code Enforcement Legal Issues in Code Enforcement
Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire. Code Compliance officers need to possess/obtain their F.A.C.E. (Florida Association of Code Enforcement) Certification: Fundamentals of Code Enforcement, within (1) one year of hire date and maintain this certification during their employment with the City in this classification. Ability to accurately type 35 wpm. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form
(
J-204) to the online application.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Previous experience in Code Compliance
As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.
PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Ability to lift, carry, climb, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, walk, push, pull, grasp, stand and access heights or areas where limited space is available.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. HOW TO APPLY & SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position. The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form
(
J-204)
to the online application. 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.
Click for an overview of employment information including our benefits package.
Say "Hello" to the City of Fort Lauderdale and Say "Goodbye" to Your Student Loan! Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, the remaining balance on your student loan may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time at the City of Fort Lauderdale. Click for more information or to see if you qualify.
In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City of Fort Lauderdale participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. All new City of Fort Lauderdale employees are automatically enrolled in FRS. Click to view additional information on the Florida Retirement System. 01
Please indicate if you currently work for the City of Fort Lauderdale by selecting the appropriate status.
Part-time City employee Full-time employee under other contract or management Full-time employee under Teamsters Contract Not a City Employee
02
Do you have any relatives working at the Development Services Department at the City of Fort Lauderdale?
Yes No
03
Do you possess a standard high school or trade school diploma or possess an acceptable G.E.D. certificate from a recognized issuing agency?
Yes No
04
How many years of paid work experience do you have with the public in any of the following types of work: code enforcement, planning, building inspection, construction, law enforcement, security or other closely related field?
No Experience Less than 1 year 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 or more years
05
How many years of code enforcement experience do you have?
No experience Less than 1 year 1 - 2 years 3 - 4 years 5 or more years
06
How many years of experience do you have documenting, preparing, or writing detailed reports?
No Experience Less than 2 years 2 - 4 years 5 or more years
07
How many years of experience do you have preparing property inspection reports and case histories, and organizing and preparing cases files and evidence for possible presentation before a Special Magistrate or Judge?
No Experience Less than 2 years 2 - 4 years 5 or more years
08
How many years of experience do you have presenting information to public groups, assemblies, and/or participating in judicial proceedings?
No experience Less than 2 years 2 - 4 years 5 or more years
09
What Florida Association of Code Enforcement (FACE) certifications do you possess? (Select all that apply).
No FACE Certifications Fundamentals of Code Enforcement Administrative Aspects of Code Enforcement Legal Issues in Code Enforcement Officer Safety and Field Applications
10
Have you ever taken any of the F.A.C.E. level examinations? If so, please state which exam(s), how many times, and if you passed or failed the exam(s). 11
How many words per minute do you type accurately?
No Typing Experience 1 - 20 Words Per Minute 21 - 34 Words Per Minute 35 - 60 Words Per Minute Over 60 Words Per Minute
12
Please indicate which work schedules you are available to work below.
Sunday - Wednesday Wednesday - Saturday Either Schedule
13
Do you currently possess, or are able to obtain a State of Florida drivers' license within 30 days of employment?
Yes No
14
Please tell us why you are interested in employment with the Community Enhancement and Compliance Division at the City of Fort Lauderdale. Required Question