Contractor & Code Compliance Officer IV

Brevard County; Viera (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Brevard County is seeking a Code Enforcement Investigator to perform skilled inspections and enforcement across building codes, zoning, and related regulations. The role involves investigating unlicensed activity, contractor classifications, and health and safety compliance in a government setting.

The position requires extensive experience in investigations, FACE certification, a valid FL driver license, and completion of Brevard County leadership and development programs.

Qualifications

• Two years of college-level credit with major coursework in related fields plus eight years of investigations experience or equivalent.
• Or ten years in local government licensing/in enforcement roles.
• Must have FACE Fundamentals of Code Enforcement certification and two FACE certifications within 18 months.
• Must possess a valid Florida driver's license and maintain it.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, investigate, and enforce codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Address unlicensed construction activity, misclassified contractors, permitting and zoning issues.
• Interpret and explain rules and regulations; maintain case documentation.
• Meet performance metrics: inspection timelines and compliance status.

Skills

Investigations

Code Enforcement

Building codes

Public safety

Compliance inspections

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Documentation

Education

Two years college credits in related field

FACE Fundamentals of Code Enforcement

Two of FACE higher certifications (A, L, O)

Florida driver license

Tools

FACE certifications

Job description

Department: Planning and Development Department Organizational Unit: Code Enforcement investigation

Position Type: Permanent Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Open Until Filled.

$27.40 to $30.14 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Government Center/Viera. Work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Performs skilled technical work inspecting, investigating, and enforcing codes, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to unlicensed construction contractor activity, contractors working outside of their classifications, and permitting, zoning, land use and property maintenance, solid waste, housing, vehicle abatement, marine turtle lighting, adult entertainment, blight, and health and safety.

REQUIREMENTS

Two (2) years [60 semester or 90 quarter hours] of college-level credit with major coursework in Sociology, Psychology, Allied Legal Services, Criminal Justice, Business Administration or a closely related field PLUS eight (8) years of experience in investigations or in civil investigation, criminal investigation, the building construction field with knowledge of building codes and regulations, or a closely related field interpreting and explaining rules, codes, and/or regulations, including three (3) years of experience in performing compliance inspections; OR ten (10) years of experience as a local government licensing investigator, building code inspector, code enforcement officer, law enforcement officer, or a closely related field; OR two years as a Brevard County Contractor & Code Compliance Officer III, Code Enforcement Officer III, or Licensing Regulation & Enforcement Officer III PLUS successful completion of all of the classes for all three (3) phases of the Brevard County Employee Development Program and received a passing score on all phase examinations PLUS a current Florida Association of Code Enforcement (FACE) Fundamentals of Code Enforcement certification (previously Level I) PLUS must possess, or obtain within eighteen (18) months of reclassification, any two (2) of the following FACE certifications: Administrative Aspects of Code Enforcement (previously Level II), Legal Issues in Code Enforcement (previously Level III), or Officer Safety and Field Applications (previously Level IV) PLUS successful completion any one (1) of the following approved Brevard County leadership courses: 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, 5 Choices to Extraordinary Productivity, Emotional Intelligence, The Multiplier Effect, What's Your Sign?, or another approved Brevard County course PLUS documentation of maintenance of assigned cases as required with at least eighty percent (80%) of assigned cases within the previous six (6) months having an initial inspection within fourteen (14) business days of receive and either a Compliance Achieved or a Citation or Notice or Violation (NOV) issued with twenty-one (21) business days of receipt PLUS a current performance evaluation score of 4.00 or higher, with no performance evaluation factors with a rating of a 1 or a 2. Additional qualifying education and/or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid Florida driver's license and maintain said license during the term of employment. Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, the Florida Association of Code Enforcement (FACE) Fundamentals of Code Enforcement (previously Level I) certification PLUS must possess, or obtain within eighteen (18) months of employment, any two (2) of the following FACE certifications: Administrative Aspects of Code Enforcement (previously Level II), Legal Issues in Code Enforcement (previously Level III), or Officer Safety and Field Applications (previously Level IV) and maintain all certifications during the term of employment. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Must successfully complete, within twenty-four (24) months of employment, all of the classes for all three (3) phases of the Brevard County Employee Development Program and receive a passing score on each phase examination. Must successfully complete, within eighteen (18) months of employment, any one (1) of the following approved Brevard County leadership courses: 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, 5 Choices to Extraordinary Productivity, Emotional Intelligence, The Multiplier Effect, What's Your Sign?, or another approved Brevard County course.

This position is part of an established career ladder.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST

(With or without reasonable accommodations)

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS

1. The employee must be able to:
   • LIFT:20 lbs.
   • CARRY:20 lbs.
   • PUSH:20 lbs.
   • PULL:20 lbs.
2. In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
   • STAND:1 - 3 hours
   • WALK:1 - 3 hours
   • SIT:5 - 8 hours
   • DRIVE:5 - 8 hours
3. The employee must repetitively perform:
   • Operating foot controls; Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)
4. The employee must be able to:
   • Reach; Balance; Bend; Jump; Kneel; Stoop
5. The employee must have:
   • Good speech; Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Use of both eyes
6. Other necessary physical activities/traits
   • N/A

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Working conditions that will apply to the employee:
   • Work outside; In cold; In dampness or chilly conditions; In heat; In high humidity; In or with dusty conditions; In or with moving objects or vehicles; In or with noisy conditions; On slippery or uneven walking surfaces; Other working conditions; With odors; With poor lighting; With poor ventilation; Work alone; Work inside; Works Closely with Others
2. Other working conditions:
   • N/A