Code Enforcement Specialist

This is specialized technical work in investigating and enforcing County ordinances. Responsible for conducting field investigations and enforcing Lee County ordinances, including but not limited to land use, zoning, lot mowing, signs, nuisance accumulations, and construction contractor licensing. Incumbent has considerable public contact and must have the excellent customer skills required to help achieve compliance. Work is performed per established codes and laws and the incumbent is required to exercise considerable independent judgment in the performance of day-to-day duties. Work is performed under the direction of the Code Enforcement Manager or his/her designee, who reviews work through conferences, reports, and observations of work performed.

• Reports (in written form) all complaints and violations using report forms/computers, pictures, and other evidence; resolves complaints/violations with complainants and violators when possible. Follows up, records, and reports activities until the problem has been resolved.
• Coordinates with other Code Enforcement officers, county departments, and the public regarding follow-up dispositions of violations.
• Investigates and enforces construction contractor licensing codes, ordinances, and regulations adopted by Lee County Board of County Commissioners and the State of Florida to assure all contractors are in compliance with regulations.
• Prepares and processes citations (violations, notices) and testifies before the Hearing Examiner, County Court, Lee County Construction Licensing Board, or other legal proceedings having jurisdiction.

• Requires any combination of education and/or experience equivalent to high school graduation or GED equivalent and one year of experience in Code Enforcement, construction licensing, zoning, building construction, or related field involving considerable public contact with a high level of customer service.
• Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required.

• Successful customer service contact is preferred.
• Knowledge of County ordinances regarding zoning regulations, codes, procedures, and land use requirements; enforce regulations firmly, tactfully, and impartially.
• Knowledge of methods and procedures involved with the enforcement of Codes and Ordinances.
• Knowledge of preparation of evidence, affidavits, and statements for court proceedings; prepare legal case files and testify in formal hearings.
• Ability to achieve compliance using excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively with the public, contractors, state agencies, and elected and appointed officials.
• Ability to communicate effectively; verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work outside in varied weather conditions; ability to climb, crawl, bend, and stoop as necessary to inspect sites.
• The work hours and days for this position are Monday - Friday; 7:30 a.m - 4:00 p.m.

Employment Type: Full-Time Regular