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CODE COMPLIANCE INSPECTOR

Job Code: 2119
Pay Grade: 015

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

General Functions
   The position is responsible for the investigation of code violations within all un-incorporated Orange County, issuance of violation notices, preparation and presentation of cases to the Code Enforcement Board and follow-up inspections to ensure compliance with code requirements
 
Representative Duties /Assignments
  
  • Conducts initial and follow-up inspections utilizing mobile data application of complaints received by telephone or in writing, or through personal observation and/or personal interviews.
  • Conducts research including property ownership through legal descriptions, non-conforming use files, P&Z, DRC, BCC conditions of approval, and building permit records to verify site location and code compliance.
  • Prepares case files for presentation including correspondence, photographs and chronology of events and presents staff recommendations to Code Enforcement Board.
  • Interacts with entities such as the Orange County Sheriff's Office, International Drive Master Transit and Improvement District and Chambers of Commerce to coordinate enforcement efforts with the changing needs in the area. Attends and makes special presentations to citizen groups.
  • Negotiates with citizens and business owners to achieve compliance to County Code or provide alternative administrative action.
  • Responds to citizen questions concerning zoning and other County related issues.
  • Performs related work as assigned.
 
Minimum Qualifications
   Graduation from high school or equivalent and five years of experience in code enforcement, zoning, a field or investigative capacity, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.

Must possess and maintain a Florida Association of Code Enforcement's (F.A.C.E.) Level I certification within one year of employment and F.A.C.E. Level II certification within two years of employment, or equivalent certifications such as International Code Congress (ICC).

Familiarity with personal computers, Microsoft Office Suite.
 
Preferences
   Experience in communicating effectively with employees and the general public while discussing, explaining and interpreting standards and codes.

Experience making presentations to groups, presenting cases in formal settings such as courts of government boards.


11/7/2006