Code Compliance Specialist

Code Compliance Specialist

Seeking to fill one opening in the Business License and Certificate of Use Division. Performs a variety of administrative and research work of moderate difficulty relating to code compliance of the adopted code of ordinances and other rules and regulations through field inspections and investigative work. Performs certificate of use/Business Tax Receipts (BTRs) inspections. Work is performed under limited supervision with moderate latitude.

Position relies on experience and exercises independent judgment to determine the best approach by using and interpreting policies and procedures.

Minimum qualifications include an associate degree or 60 college credits in Public Administration, Construction Management, or a related field preferred. Experience in code enforcement or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience beyond high school diploma or GED and difficult public contact; conducting inspections, reviewing plans, processing code enforcement, building/zoning, or business tax receipt documentation.

Must have National Incident Management System (NIMS) certification (level to be determined by job classification requirements) or obtain within one year of employment. Must have a Florida Association of Code Enforcement (F.A.C.E.) certifications in fundamental of Code Enforcement or obtain within one (1) year of employment start date. Additionally, the remaining three certifications (Administrative Aspects of Code Enforcement, Legal Issues in Code Enforcement, and Officer Safety & Field Applications) must be obtained within three (3) years of employment start date.

Must have a valid Florida driver's license with satisfactory driving record throughout employment. One (1) year experience conducting certificate of use inspections is preferred.

Various work shifts may be assigned to include, earlier/later than normal schedules, and weekends.

In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications listed above, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions in order to perform this job successfully.

Documentation must be provided at time of application demonstrating applicant meets position requirements. No changes can be made to the application once it's submitted.

Veteran's Preference Applies:
The City of Hallandale Beach values the service that veterans and their family members have given to our country, and as such, proactively recruits and hires veterans and qualified spouses to the greatest extent possible. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post-secondary educational requirements.

To obtain veteran's preference, applicants MUST submit a copy of separation papers (DD214), Veterans' Preference Certification form and meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by the Florida Statutes.