Building Code Compliance Specialist

City of Coral Gables; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Coral Gables is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer to enforce zoning, City, and Miami-Dade County codes under the Building Official. The role includes investigating violations, handling complaints, and preparing court-related materials.

Responsibilities also include issuing notices of violation, testifying in court, maintaining case files, and coordinating with various departments. Weekend and variable shifts may be required as part of duties.

Qualifications

• Two years of progressively responsible experience in code inspection and/or construction trades.
• F.A.C.E. Level 1 certification must be obtained within two years of hire.
• Valid Florida Driver's License.
• College coursework in code enforcement or related field preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections for violations of ordinances, zoning and City codes; issue notices of violations and citations.
• Receive and investigate complaints of zoning and City code violations.
• Research case histories for construction related cases; prepare depositions and testify in proceedings.
• Prepare and process summons, subpoenas, enforcement orders, property liens and public notices.
• Prepare and present forms and evidence for prosecution to the Code Enforcement Board and court; provide testimony.
• Write reports to justify violations for court cases and maintain records.

Skills

Code enforcement experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College coursework in code enforcement or related field (preferred)

Job description

Under the direction of the Building Official, this position performs technical, office, and field work enforcing Zoning, City, and Miami-Dade County codes. In addition, this position performs administrative, technical work in the investigation and research of building code violations and construction related cases.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.

• Conducts inspections for violations of applicable ordinances, zoning and City codes. Issues notices of violations and citations. Receives and investigates complaints of zoning and City code violations.
• Conducts courtesy inspections as needed.
• Assists code violators in achieving compliance. Explains codes and permitting procedures, assists in the completion of necessary forms, and refers to appropriate offices.
• Researches and prepares case histories for construction related cases. Collects and compiles information from Building Inspectors, Chief Mechanical/Plumbing/Mechanical Officials and Code Enforcement Officers. Gives depositions, and testifies in state, county, and local proceedings.
• Prepares and processes summons, subpoenas, enforcement orders, property liens and public notices as needed.
• Prepares and presents forms and evidence for prosecution of cases to the Code Enforcement Board and to the Miami-Dade County Circuit Court. Gives depositions and/or testimony in Board and Court hearings.
• Writes reports to justify violations for court cases.
• Provides information to other agencies, City departments and citizens.
• Prepares various reports and correspondence. Maintains files and records. Operates equipment required to successfully complete daily duties and responsibilities.
• May be required to work on weekends and/or varying shifts outside of the City's normal business hours.
• Performs other related duties as assigned and reports to the Building Official.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in code inspection and/or construction trades desirable.
• College course work in code enforcement or related field preferred.
• F.A.C.E. Level 1 certification must be obtained within two (2) year of hire.
• Valid Florida Driver's License.
• A comparable amount of training or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.