Code Compliance Specialist

Job Description:

Code Compliance Specialist

Description

All current City of Sarasota employees must apply to job postings on the internal career site.

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Department:
Code Compliance

Employee Type:
Regular

Time Type:
Full time

Salary Range:
$23.3807 - $29.8104 Hourly / $48,631.86 - $62,005.63 Annually

Job Posting Period:
September 19, 2024 - September 27, 2024 12:00 A.M.

Job Description:

Overview

To perform complex and responsible professional administrative work to support with the City's code compliance procedures and practices.

Essential Functions

• Investigates reports of violations of City enforced laws, codes and regulations.
  
• Prepares documentation of violations for presentation to the Code Compliance Special Master when violations exist.
  
• Reviews cases with the Prosecutor in preparation for trial and may testify before the Code Compliance Board.
  
• Reviews cases with the prosecutor in preparation for trial.
  
• Works with all governments, City departments and agencies that have a need for code assistance to aid them in preparing information necessary for code compliance activities.
  
• Field checks invoices for charges initiating from lot mowing or demolition and findings reported to Supervisor, Code Compliance for payment.
  
• Does research at probate court, recorder of deeds and property appraiser and other agencies.
  
• Gives assistance with code interpretations.
  
• Works in cooperation with other agencies to insure that their criteria are met and to secure any benefits they may have for the residents of the City.
  
• The intent of this class description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of classifications given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbent may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High School or GED.
  
• Four (4) years of general office experience utilizing secretarial and computer-related skills; or the equivalent in education, training, and experience, which would provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities.
  

Job Based Competencies

• Knowledge of ordinances, codes and regulations, plus knowledge of State laws and regulations enforced by the City.
  
• Thorough knowledge of modern building and zoning practices.
  
• Thorough knowledge of local Housing, Building and Zoning Codes.
  
• Ability to prepare clear and comprehensive reports stating the facts and circumstances.
  
• Ability to deal with irate citizens in a courteous and effective manner.
  
• Ability to understand and interpret codes, plans and specifications.
  
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with fellow employees, contractors, architects, engineers, public officials and the general public.
  
• Ability to enforce housing and zoning codes and related ordinances with firmness, impartiality and tact.
  
• Ability to use electronic data retrieval devices.
  
• Ability to present ideas and findings clearly and concisely in written, oral or graphic form.
  

Responsibility

Under the direction of and responsible to the Department Head or designated representative. Usually no supervisory responsibility.

Physical Requirements

This is light work requiring exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently. Position requires considerable physical activity including walking, lifting, reaching, stooping, pulling, grasping, balancing, climbing, kneeling, standing, and crouching. Incumbent is subject to inside and outside activities with no effective protection from weather changes. Visual acuity is required to inspect property for compliance with code provisions. Incumbent is also subject to atmospheric conditions, job hazards, and noise. Position requires hearing sufficient to accurately perceive information at normal spoken word levels.

Public Contact

This position has extensive public contact with the citizens of the City of Sarasota and other departments within the City.

Retirement Benefit

The City of Sarasota made the transition to become a Florida Retirement System (FRS) employer effective December 1, 2021. To learn more about what this benefit may mean for you, please visit MyFrs.com. Please note that if you are hired to work for the City of Sarasota as an FRS employer, you will be asked to complete a form to certify your FRS status, as there may be an impact to any FRS benefit you are already receiving.

I f you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Jake Brown our ADA Coordinator. Jake can be reached via email at Jake.Brown@sarasotafl.gov or via phone at 941-263-6299.

F or questions pertaining to general employment or job application status, please call 941-263-6476, or email HR@sarasotafl.gov

Salary:

$48,631.86 - $62,005.63 Annually