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Code Compliance Inspector
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City of Treasure Island General Description: Responsible for performing inspections related to environmental laws, land development codes, zoning ordinances and regulations. Serves on a variety of committees and works independently in the field. Work is performed with limited supervision and requires considerable technical judgment during sensitive contact with property owners and the public. Work hours will vary, including weekends, evenings, and some holidays. Work is performed under the general direction of the Community Development Director. Essential Job Functions
Performs professional administrative work in directing the activities of the Code Compliance Inspector. Maintains current knowledge of municipal and state legislation to provide city staff with accurate information for performing duties. Functions with high public visibility, and considerable interaction with other city administrators. Conducts inspections and examinations of properties and their related uses to determine compliance with applicable laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances. Investigates complaints regarding City Code and land development code violations; schedules routine and follow‑up inspections, conducts periodic neighborhood surveys to determine violations. Conducts inspections relating to the right to occupy and use real or tangible property or structures which are in violation of applicable laws, codes, or regulations. Conducts inspections relating to acts of persons in violation of laws, codes, and regulations affecting the life, health, and welfare of the community. Prepares reports of findings, sends correspondence and notices to occupants and owners as described by Florida Statutes; posts all properties scheduled for a Code Enforcement Hearing. May review building permit applications for code enforcement issues. Prepares and maintains records, writes reports, and initiates correspondence and violation notices to order remedial action. Uses laptop, keyboard, mouse, and electronic tablet to accurately enter data and type records. Tracks all code cases pertaining to compliance deadlines; leads scheduling for Code Enforcement Board and/or Special Magistrate; prepares meeting agendas and handles mail‑out. Initiates Board or Magistrate action against owners failing to comply and serves as a witness during public hearings. Prepares paperwork for each case and follows through to completion. Attends civic and public meetings to explain processes, laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations. Act as liaison between City Departments, business community, property owners and the public regarding code enforcement. Utilizes laptop computer, electronic tablet, document management systems, reads site plans, aerial photographs, and permits database information. Researches records to identify legal ownership, land use classifications, and any prior city or court proceedings involving code violations. May be assigned duties related to permit processing and issuance. Conducts inspections and examinations of properties to determine damage post‑natural disaster using applicable damage assessment software located on City‑owned electronic tablets. Minimum Qualifications, Licenses And Certifications
Must be eighteen years of age or older. Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalency. Active member of Florida Association of Code Enforcement. Must have three years of experience as a Code Enforcement Inspector or its equivalent. Certification as a Building Inspector or a minimum of two years of Journeyman‑level experience in building construction and repair is desirable and can substitute for one year of experience as a Codes Enforcement Inspector. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities And Environmental Conditions
Must have scheduling flexibility and be able to work variable shifts including weekdays, weekends, evenings, and some holidays. Knowledge of federal, state, and local housing, zoning, and related environmental laws, regulations, and ordinances. Knowledge of building maintenance practices. Skill in the operation of a computer and associated programs and data systems, microfiche viewer, camera, and other modern inspector equipment used for researching and recording information. Ability to retrieve information using a variety of source materials and to prepare and maintain moderately complex records, reports, case files, and filing systems. Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and database software. Ability to inspect properties for compliance with code, interpret and enforce laws, regulations, and codes with firmness, tact, and impartiality. Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Ability to communicate and testify clearly and concisely, orally, and in writing to individuals and larger groups, and to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to effectively handle interaction with citizens and contractors in person and via email and telephone. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public as necessitated by the work. Ability to maintain information of a sensitive and/or confidential nature. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS
Valid Florida Driver's License. FACE certification required within one (1) year from date of hire. Essential Physical Skills
Acceptable eyesight (with or without corrections) Acceptable hearing (with or without aid) Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. This position requires a medium level of physical activity and requires the ability to use up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently. This position requires considerable physical activity including walking, lifting, reaching, stooping, pulling, grasping, balancing, climbing, kneeling, bending, standing, and crouching. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Employee is subject to inside and outside activities with no effective protection from weather changes. Employee subjected to atmospheric conditions, job hazards, and noise. Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability. We offer a complete benefits package to full‑time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long‑term disability, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Part‑time employees are eligible to enroll in a 401(a) retirement plan, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. To learn more details, visit our Benefits Handbook.
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Code Compliance Inspector
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City of Treasure Island General Description: Responsible for performing inspections related to environmental laws, land development codes, zoning ordinances and regulations. Serves on a variety of committees and works independently in the field. Work is performed with limited supervision and requires considerable technical judgment during sensitive contact with property owners and the public. Work hours will vary, including weekends, evenings, and some holidays. Work is performed under the general direction of the Community Development Director. Essential Job Functions
Performs professional administrative work in directing the activities of the Code Compliance Inspector. Maintains current knowledge of municipal and state legislation to provide city staff with accurate information for performing duties. Functions with high public visibility, and considerable interaction with other city administrators. Conducts inspections and examinations of properties and their related uses to determine compliance with applicable laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances. Investigates complaints regarding City Code and land development code violations; schedules routine and follow‑up inspections, conducts periodic neighborhood surveys to determine violations. Conducts inspections relating to the right to occupy and use real or tangible property or structures which are in violation of applicable laws, codes, or regulations. Conducts inspections relating to acts of persons in violation of laws, codes, and regulations affecting the life, health, and welfare of the community. Prepares reports of findings, sends correspondence and notices to occupants and owners as described by Florida Statutes; posts all properties scheduled for a Code Enforcement Hearing. May review building permit applications for code enforcement issues. Prepares and maintains records, writes reports, and initiates correspondence and violation notices to order remedial action. Uses laptop, keyboard, mouse, and electronic tablet to accurately enter data and type records. Tracks all code cases pertaining to compliance deadlines; leads scheduling for Code Enforcement Board and/or Special Magistrate; prepares meeting agendas and handles mail‑out. Initiates Board or Magistrate action against owners failing to comply and serves as a witness during public hearings. Prepares paperwork for each case and follows through to completion. Attends civic and public meetings to explain processes, laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations. Act as liaison between City Departments, business community, property owners and the public regarding code enforcement. Utilizes laptop computer, electronic tablet, document management systems, reads site plans, aerial photographs, and permits database information. Researches records to identify legal ownership, land use classifications, and any prior city or court proceedings involving code violations. May be assigned duties related to permit processing and issuance. Conducts inspections and examinations of properties to determine damage post‑natural disaster using applicable damage assessment software located on City‑owned electronic tablets. Minimum Qualifications, Licenses And Certifications
Must be eighteen years of age or older. Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalency. Active member of Florida Association of Code Enforcement. Must have three years of experience as a Code Enforcement Inspector or its equivalent. Certification as a Building Inspector or a minimum of two years of Journeyman‑level experience in building construction and repair is desirable and can substitute for one year of experience as a Codes Enforcement Inspector. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities And Environmental Conditions
Must have scheduling flexibility and be able to work variable shifts including weekdays, weekends, evenings, and some holidays. Knowledge of federal, state, and local housing, zoning, and related environmental laws, regulations, and ordinances. Knowledge of building maintenance practices. Skill in the operation of a computer and associated programs and data systems, microfiche viewer, camera, and other modern inspector equipment used for researching and recording information. Ability to retrieve information using a variety of source materials and to prepare and maintain moderately complex records, reports, case files, and filing systems. Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and database software. Ability to inspect properties for compliance with code, interpret and enforce laws, regulations, and codes with firmness, tact, and impartiality. Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Ability to communicate and testify clearly and concisely, orally, and in writing to individuals and larger groups, and to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to effectively handle interaction with citizens and contractors in person and via email and telephone. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public as necessitated by the work. Ability to maintain information of a sensitive and/or confidential nature. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS
Valid Florida Driver's License. FACE certification required within one (1) year from date of hire. Essential Physical Skills
Acceptable eyesight (with or without corrections) Acceptable hearing (with or without aid) Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. This position requires a medium level of physical activity and requires the ability to use up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently. This position requires considerable physical activity including walking, lifting, reaching, stooping, pulling, grasping, balancing, climbing, kneeling, bending, standing, and crouching. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Employee is subject to inside and outside activities with no effective protection from weather changes. Employee subjected to atmospheric conditions, job hazards, and noise. Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability. We offer a complete benefits package to full‑time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long‑term disability, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Part‑time employees are eligible to enroll in a 401(a) retirement plan, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. To learn more details, visit our Benefits Handbook.
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