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Code Enforcement Officer

Salary

$26.78 - $39.34 Hourly

Location

Lakeland, FL

Job Type

Full Time Regular

Job Number

3016-18

Department

Community & Economic Development

Division

Code Enforcement 1205000000

Opening Date

01/14/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NA

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CLASS

This is responsible inspection work in enforcing compliance with City codes and ordinances pertaining to portions of the land development regulations, housing, environmental code, junk vehicles, derelict properties and the parking of trailers and recreational vehicles, environmental protection and solid waste, or signage and news racks. Work involves inspecting and investigating code violations and complaints and includes gathering, evaluating, and interpreting information with the ability to prepare and present cases to the Code Enforcement Board, if necessary. An employee in this position works independently, making routine decisions within established codes, regulations, and technical guidelines, but disputed or exceptionally different cases may be referred to a superior for assistance. The Code Enforcement Manager reviews work through performance reviews.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Investigates reported and observed violations of the City's ordinances and codes pertaining to zoning, housing, environment, junk vehicles, derelict properties and trailer/recreational vehicle parking, or environmental protection and solid waste.

• Notifies code violators of code requirements and tries to obtain compliance through negotiation.

• Issues citations and re-inspects premises after the allotted time to see if the violation has been corrected.

• Refers non-compliance cases to the Code Enforcement Board for action. Presents testimony before the Code Enforcement Board.

• Interprets and explains the assigned ordinances and codes to the general public, property owners, businesses, builders, contractors, and other interested parties.

• Prepares and maintains necessary reports and records.

• Works closely with other City Departments in resolving complaints and responding to concerns.

• Makes presentations to and answers questions from various neighborhood and homeowner associations and civic organizations.

• Provides information regarding Code Enforcement to supervisors, coworkers, other employees, and members of the public by telephone, in written form, email, and in person.

• Removes illegally placed signs from public rights-of-way (Sign Enforcement).

• Interprets and explains the sign code and news rack regulations to the general public, property owners, businesses, builders, contractors, and other interested parties (Sign Enforcement).

• Patrols the City by vehicle or on foot, looking for City Code of Ordinance violations.

• May be required to participate and/or facilitate training to support departmental or City initiatives and requirements.

• May be required to work overtime or alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operation of the department.

• Position is designated as Mission Critical by Department Director.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE)

• A high school diploma from an accredited school or a GED.

• Three years of responsible experience in code enforcement, code compliance, building inspection, housing inspection, property inspections, property appraisals, environmental inspection, planning or zoning, building construction or contracting, law enforcement, fire inspector, or public safety.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must maintain a valid driver’s license.

• Must maintain a valid telephone number.

• Must possess or acquire, within 12 months of employment, Certification in Fundamentals of Code Enforcement from the Florida Association of Code Enforcement, Inc. (F.A.C.E.).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of municipal codes and ordinances pertaining to zoning, signage, housing, environment, junk vehicles, derelict properties, and parking of trailers and recreational vehicles.

• Knowledge of investigative procedures and ability to compile facts logically for presentation to the Code Enforcement Board or a court.

• Ability to use good judgment and tact in securing the cooperation and compliance of property owners, tenants, and the general public.

• Ability to enforce applicable ordinances and codes with firmness, tact, and impartiality.

• Ability to read, understand, and explain maps, aerials, plates, plans, and other technical drawings.

• Ability to communicate orally and in writing clearly and concisely in an easily understood manner.

• Skill in using common computer hardware and software to perform tasks (e.g., PCs, laptops, printers, scanners, and software such as Code Enforcement Application and Mobile Application, Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Photo Editor).

• Skill in using digital cameras, digital files, and secure digital memory cards (SD cards) to upload, download, insert, attach, import, and send electronic files and digital photographs.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires manual labor work that involves walking or standing some of the time, exerting up to 10 pounds of force regularly, and routine keyboard operations.

• The job risks occasional exposure to dust and pollen, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, and vehicular traffic.

• The job requires normal visual acuity, field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception, texture perception, and good manual dexterity.

• Ability to operate a City vehicle to travel to various locations.

All City of Lakeland positions are subject to testing (e.g. written, oral, performance, computerized, interview, and/or any combination). Candidates selected for testing will be notified via email or telephone. Please check your e-mail and telephone messages regularly, including "junk" folders. Test times and locations to be announced.

The City of Lakeland is a drug free workplace. This position is considered a mandatory testing position, which is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. All City of Lakeland positions are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing. As a condition of employment you will be required to pass the pre-employment drug test in accordance with Florida Statute 440.102.

THE CITY OF LAKELAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS EMPLOYER AND A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

City of Lakeland

2024 Summary Sheet

Annual Leave

Annual leave is accumulated bi-weekly and based upon years of service as follows:

Annual leave may be taken as earned by employees hired after January 1, 1989. Employees hired prior to that date use annual leave within the calendar year following the year the leave is earned. All employees may carry over up to a maximum of twenty (20) days at the end of the calendar year. Regular part-time employees who work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue annual leave at the rate of four (4) hours per month.*

Sick Leave

Sick rate is accrued biweekly based upon years of service and standard hour classification. Eligible for use as soon as earned. Regular part-time employees who work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue sick leave at the rate of four (4) hours per month.

*NOTE: REGULAR employees with a working day other than eight (8) hours, please contact your supervisor regarding these policies.

Sick Leave Pool

Allows employees to receive sick leave benefits in cases involving catastrophic or long-term illnesses or injuries after all personal leave time has been depleted. Regular full-time employees contribute eight (8) hours and Regular part-time employees contribute four (4) hours on an annual basis. Employees must have completed one full year of service on or before December 31st of the calendar year enrollment; and have accumulated at least forty (40) hours of sick time (twenty (20) hours for Regular part-time employees). Participation in this program is voluntary.

For more information contact Amanda Kaiser at 834-8768

Family & Medical Leave

Federal legislation guarantees up to twelve (12) weeks per year off work under certain circumstances outlined in the policy manual. The employees must have been employed by the City for at least twelve (12) months and have at least 1,250 hours of service during the 12-month period before the requested leave. The City will continue its group life and health insurance for an employee on leave at the same level and under the same conditions that existed while the employee was working.

For more information contact Dawn Justice at 834-6038.

Pension Plan

Provision for retirement income requiring mandatory participation for full-time regular employees.

Defined Benefit Plan:

Plan C Employee 4.16%

Employer 15.66%

OR

Defined Contribution Plan:

Executives, New Hires aged 52 and older, and Fire/Police Recruits

Employee 8.5% or 11% per election upon hire

Employer 15.39%

Deferred Compensation 457 Plan:

A voluntary plan that is invested in mutual funds. The Employees' Pension Board performs the due diligence on the mutual funds. Employees may reallocate their account at any time.

Maximum contribution for 2025 is $23,500; employees age 50 or older can also add a "catch-up" amount of $7,500; employees age 60-63 can also add a "catch-up" amount of $11,250.

Additionally, a match of up to 5% of salary is offered by the City in Plan C.

Holidays

Twelve (12) holidays, includes one (1) personal floating holiday to be used at any time after three (3) months of employment and prior to the end of the calendar year.

Funeral Leave

Up to three (3) days off with pay due to death of an immediate family member (as defined in the policy manual). Up to four (4) hours off with pay may be obtained through supervisor approval to attend local funeral services of persons other than immediate family.

Jury/Witness Duty

Employees required to serve on jury duty will be relieved of responsibility for their regular work shift or portion thereof and receive full pay while serving. All fees received for such service may be retained by the employee. Employees subpoenaed to any civil or criminal court proceeding, which employee is not personally or monetarily interested, shall be paid as if engaged in regular work activities.

Military Leave

Allows for up to 240 hours in any one calendar year for annual military training without loss of pay or benefits for any employee in some type of reserve status for the United States Armed Forces. (see policy manual for additional information).

Maternity Leave

Refer to Family & Medical Leave for those employees who qualify. Others may take up to three (3) months leave of absence available upon approval of the Department Head. Employees may opt to utilize any combination of paid (sick or annual leave) or unpaid leave.

Leave of Absence Without Pay

Written requests are subject to approval by Department Head and City Manager or designee for less than ninety (90) days. Requests for more than ninety (90) days also require Civil Service Board approval for employees in a Civil Service classification.

Longevity Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Program provides employees up to $2,500 per fiscal year (October 1 through September 30) for reimbursement of tuition of approved college, university, vocational, or correspondence classes upon completion with a grade of "C" or better in credit courses only. Full reimbursement is given for courses and fees, upon approval. The program does not include reimbursement for cost of books, supplies or other related expenses.

For more information, contact Melissa Yelnick at 834-6844.

Suggestion Awards

A program designed to provide a consistent and organized method for employees to submit and be rewarded for constructive ideas for improvement. Maximum award is $1000.

For additional information, contact Kathy McNelis at 834-6348.

Direct Deposit of Paycheck (refer to handout in new employee folder)

An account must be established with the institution of your choice prior to signing up for direct deposit.

Uniforms/Equipment

Uniforms issued at no cost to employees for those job classifications which require them. Equipment is issued to employees at either no cost or discounted cost depending upon job classification.

Parking

Free while at work.

Break Periods

Employees may be permitted two (2), fifteen (15) minute breaks during the workday. The time shall be at the discretion of the supervisor.

For Information on Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance please contact Benefits at 834-6797.

For Information on Retirement Benefits, contact the Retirement Services Department at 834-8765 or 834-8797.

For Information on Firefighter and Police Officer Retirement Benefits, contact Foster & Foster at 239-333-4872.

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Do you possess a high school diploma or GED from an accredited school?

• Yes

• No

  02

  Do you have three years of responsible experience in code enforcement, code compliance, building inspection, housing inspection, property inspections, property appraisals, environmental inspection, planning or zoning, building construction or contracting, law enforcement, fire inspector, or public safety?

• Yes

• No

  03

  Please provide a narrative supporting your answer to the above question. Be sure to include specific job title(s), job duties, organization(s) and the dates where the work was performed. Note: The employers and dates of employment you list here must also be included in the "Work Experience" section of this job application.

  04

  By clicking "Yes" below, I understand that all relevant work experience MUST be entered in the "Work Experience" section on my application. In addition, all current City of Lakeland employees must list all previous City of Lakeland work experience in the "Work Experience" section of the application. Failure to complete the "Work Experience" section will disqualify you from the application process.

• Yes

• No

  Required Question

Agency

City of Lakeland, Civil Service

Address

500 N Lake Parker Avenue Lakeland, Florida, 33801

Phone

(863)834-8790

Website

http://www.lakelandgov.net/employmentservices