Building Compliance Officer

JOB SUMMARY

Under the authority of the Chief Building Official, the employee performs technical and investigative work, which involves enforcing and monitoring compliance of municipal property standards, ordinances and regulations and the permitting process. The employee conducts investigations resulting from anonymous, identified or third‑party allegations and complaints. Work is performed in strict conformance with laws, regulations and departmental policy. The employee also performs other essential duties in support of departmental objectives to ensure the safety and welfare of the general public and business community.

The employee will work independently with little or no supervision while exercising sound judgment in resolving matters of moderate complexity or escalating matters appropriately.

This position works in coordination with the Code Compliance and Building Divisions.

• Works with the general public in the collection of expired permit fees and processes documentation for work without permits.
• Collects data and conducts field studies, inspections and on‑site audits regarding suspected violations.
• Evaluates, summarizes, and documents investigative findings, which may include preparing records, correspondence, and reports.
• Determines the status of complaints and follows up on complaints and violations. Issues citations to violators and coordinates prosecution of violators when necessary to ensure compliance with City ordinances.
• Possesses sound judgment in the interpretation and application of state laws, court decisions, and other legal provisions to staff.
• Assists Code Enforcement personnel and the City Attorney or other designated authority in the preparation of data for prosecution of violations; attends court, special magistrate, or administrative board hearings to present testimony and evidence.
• Confers or corresponds with architects, building owners or contractors concerning questions involved in the permitting and inspection process.
• May perform inspections under discipline for which they are licensed.
• Participates in special projects and research activities as assigned by the Chief Building Official.
• Assists in the Broward County Building Safety Inspection Program (BSIP) for compliance, notification mailings, writing violations, and attending BSIP special Magistrate Hearings.
• Assists with Unsafe Structure violations.
• Effectively and positively represents the City in delivering and performing work with colleagues and clients, irrespective of gender, race, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, or sexual orientation.
• Maintains effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors and managers.
• Performs related work as required for this position only.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.