Code Enforcement Officer

Job Description:

Code Enforcement Officer

Description

The Town of Longboat Key is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, who provides hiring preference to eligible veterans and their family members, and has a strong drug free workplace and alcohol abuse policy. Additionally, where appropriate, the Town may waive post-secondary education requirements for certain service members and veterans.

General Description

Probation Period: 6 Months
Vehicle Provided: During working hours
Regular Scheduled Hours: 40
Salary Type: Non-Exempt

The Town of Longboat Key is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, who provides hiring preference to eligible veterans and their family members, and has a strong drug free workplace and alcohol abuse policy. Additionally, where appropriate, the Town may waive post-secondary education requirements for certain service members and veterans.

The Town of Longboat Key Is accepting applications for a Full-Time Code Enforcement Office in our Planning, Zoning & Building Department. A pre-employment physical and drug screen will be required, except for current employees who have met the requirement.

FUNCTION
This is a professional position responsible for a variety of inspections to ensure adherence to and identification of violations of Town codes, ordinances, and regulations. The position deals with the public on a daily basis, as well as coordinates with other members of staff. Work involves active participation in related code enforcement activities and compliance with environmental restrictions. Employee works independently, making decisions requiring the use of technical judgement and discretion. Employee is a code inspector as defined in Chapter 33 of the Longboat Key Code of Ordinances and Florida state statute Ch. 162. Work is performed under the direction of the Planning, Zoning and Building Director.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Investigates violations, both reported and observed, of codes for which the Town has enforcement responsibility, including but not limited to: high grass/weeds, property maintenance standards, unpermitted work, short-term rentals, sea turtle protection, trailer/vehicle parking, environmental hazards, zoning, etc.

• Reviews and investigates business tax receipts to ensure compliance with land use regulations and Town codes and ordinances.

• Investigates ordinance violations; prepares and serves violation letters and notices; documents evidence; prepares reports; gives affidavits and testimony as required for enforcement proceedings; follows up enforcement decisions to ensure compliance.

• Performs research related to the Town Code of Ordinances, and other applicable local, state and federal regulations, as well as previously approved development plans (i.e., building permits, site plans, etc.).

• Consults with the public on a daily basis regarding questions about the Town Code of Ordinances.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with state and county agencies, developers, contractors, and general public.

• Turtle nest monitoring: performing night inspections (seasonal) of the beach area for turtle lighting and beach obstruction violations.

• Prepares reports and presents findings to the Planning, Zoning and Building Department Director, Town Manager, and Special Magistrate, as requested.

• Prepares and presents cases for hearing before the Special Magistrate, while observing the rules of evidence and court procedures.

• Provides testimony in Circuit Court as required.

• Prepares reports, presentations, and provides recommendations before the Town Commission as required.

• Prepares reports and makes recommendations for ordinance revisions as required.

• Makes presentations to, and answers questions from, various neighborhood and homeowner associations, and civic organizations.

• Performs special projects at the direction of the Planning, Zoning and Building Department Director.

• Reports to work as required by the Disaster Plan Recovery Guide and regular attendance during normal work schedule other than excused or job related absences.

• Any other functions deemed essential by the Town and communicated to the employee by his/her supervisor or department head.

OTHER TASKS
Every incidental duty connected with this position cannot be specified in the job description and an employee, at the discretion of the Town, may be required to perform duties that are not included in this job description.

Knowledge, Abilities, & Qualifications

JOB PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Thorough knowledge of Town codes, ordinances and regulations in addition to applicable local, state and federal regulations. Knowledge of enforcement procedures, judicial system, code, and public boards and commission. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Town departments, state and county agencies, developers, contractors, and general public.

Ability to work independently, and make sound decisions based on established procedures and municipal regulations. Ability to maintain clear and adequate records. Ability to prepare and present reports, documents and testimony as requested. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationship with the public. Skill in handling complaints and enforcing compliance with regulations in a courteous, efficient manner. Skill in written and oral presentations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED
Bachelor’s degree and certification through Florida Association of Code Enforcement (F.A.C.E.) or inspection background. Levels 1-4 F.A.C.E. certification preferred. Minimum of 1 year of field enforcement experience involving interpreting, documenting, reporting, and correcting violations of regulatory codes or ordinances.

REQUIRED
Must possess or acquire within twelve (12) months of the date of employment, Level 1 code enforcement certification from the Florida Association of Code Enforcement, Inc. (F.A.C.E.). Completion of Sea Turtle Lighting Workshop for Code Enforcement and Building Professionals training from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission or Sea Turtle Conservancy or acquire within twelve (12) months of the date of employment. High school graduate with knowledge of code enforcement. Knowledge of regulatory codes and ordinances, including Florida State Statute 162. Inspection experience and/or police investigative experience including rules of evidence and court testimony. Working knowledge of modern office methods, practices, procedures and computer equipment, internet searches, e-mail communication, digital photography including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Valid Florida driver’s license required.

A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Working Conditions & Supplemental Information

WORKING CONDITIONS
Travel to and from work locations. Ability to work out of doors, occasionally under adverse conditions. Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 20 lbs. Ability to occasionally walk up to two miles over diverse terrain. Work is performed in a variety of locations, inside and outside, as required. Overtime, as required. May require weekend and after 5 p.m. duties as necessary and assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Successful completion of an employment physical, background check including MVR (Motor Vehicle Report) and drug screen to confirm the ability to perform the essential functions of the job (waived for promoted or transferred Town employees who have previously met this requirement); signed Acknowledgement for the attached “Drug Free Workplace Policy” must be provided prior to assuming Town duties.

The Town is a Drug Free Workplace, in compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, in § 440.102, FS and Rules 59A-24 F.A.C (Florida Administrative Code). State and federal laws and regulations may subject certain employees to additional drug testing requirements. Any employee who violates the program is subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit our Web page at:

https://www.longboatkey.org/town-government/departments/human-resources/employee-benefits

Closing Date/Time: 1/31/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Salary:

$50,000.00 - $60,500.00 Annually