Code Compliance Officer- Community Services

Code Compliance Officer- Community Services

Salary

$27.03 - $41.91 Hourly

Location

Development Services Department - 700 NW 19th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale FL 33311, FL

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

TM019-52

Department

Community Services

Division

COMMUNITY INSPECTIONS

Opening Date

07/06/2026

Closing Date

7/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Development Services Departments 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.

This job classification is included within the bargaining unit represented by Teamsters Local Union 769 and therefore is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• 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 drivers 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 Veterans Preference, you must attach a copy of the DD214 Member 4 form (or other supporting claim documents) to your on-line 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.

For technical support with your application, contact GovernmentJobs.com from 9 am to 9 pm EST, Monday to Friday, at (855) 524-5627 or emailsupport@governmentjobs.com.

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 here for an overview of employment information including our benefits package.

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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 here to view additional information on the Florida Retirement System.

01

Are you a current full-time, permanent City of Fort Lauderdale employee?

• Full-time
• Part-time or seasonal
• Not a City Employee

02

Do you have any relatives working at the Community 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?

• 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 1 year
• 1-4 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

Are you able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings or weekends as needed?

• Yes
• No

11

Are you open to working any of the below schedules 4-Day/10-Hour Schedule? Select all that apply.

• Sunday-Wednesday
• Wednesday-Saturday
• Either Schedule

12

Please tell us why you are interested in employment with the Community Enhancement and Compliance Division at the City of Fort Lauderdale.

Required Question

Employer City of Fort Lauderdale

Address Tower Building - 101 NE 3rd Ave

Department of Human Resources - 16th Floor

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301

Phone 19548285300

Website http://www.fortlauderdale.gov