Salary: $26.28 Hourly
Location : Lauderhill, FL
Job Type: Part TIme
Job Number: 2023-0606
Department: Finance – Code Enforcement
Opening Date: 06/06/2023
Closing Date: 6/19/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Under general supervision, the purpose of the position is to ensure the proper maintenance of city-owned, private and commercial property in the City by conducting inspections to determine applicability with codes and ordinance of the City. Employees in this classification perform skilled, inspection work. Position is responsible for maintaining cognizance of City Codes, inspecting for compliance and enforcing codes where violations are found. Performs related work as directed.
Examples of Duties
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
- Conducts a variety of inspections, such as property, housing, and Business License, either by visually reviewing the property or by walking the area within the zone.
- Prepares Courtesy Notices, Notices of Violations, and Uniform Code Citations.
- Responds to inquiries from the general public, other City agencies, and contractors providing technical/professional advice and assistance.
- Researches and extracts information from pertinent documents such as Plat Maps, Site Plans, Surveys, and tax records.
- Coordinates with, and assists other City agencies such as the Fire Department, Police Department and Building Department with inspections.
- Conducts damage assessments; prepares documents and photographs.
- Prepares Code Board documentation; provides expert witness testimony at Code Board hearings and Court hearings.
Minimum Training and Experience
High School Diploma/GED; one year experience in Code Enforcement or related field such as law enforcement preferred or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
Special Requirement
- State of Florida Driver’s License
Supplemental Questions
Please be sure to answer all supplemental questions thoroughly and completely. Please note that if you do not answer all the questions in its entirety, your application may not be further considered in the hiring process. If you have any difficulty understanding or completing the supplemental questions, please feel free to contact the Human Resources Department at 954-730-3097.
Please be advised: Proof of education level is required (copy of High School Diploma/GED or College Degree/transcript needs to be uploaded in PDF format to application). Any required licenses and or certifications for the position you are applying for must be submitted as well. If required documentation is not provided, the application will be incomplete and will not continue in the hiring process.
The City of Lauderhill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Lauderhill will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Veteran’s Preference
Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and that certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in the employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
You may waive a postsecondary educational requirement for a position of employment (except if the position is exempt under the statute e.g., temporary employees, members of boards and commissions, positions that require an employee to be a member of the Florida Bar), for a current member of any reserve component of the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard or a veteran who has been honorably discharged if the person is otherwise qualified for the position.
Applicant Screening
Due to the volume of applications the City receives, every applicant meeting the minimum qualifications cannot be guaranteed an interview. Applicants are selected for an interview based on education and work experience most closely matching the requirements of the position and may undergo additional selection and screening processes which may include an evaluation of training and experience, and written, oral and performance-based testing.
Drug and alcohol testing is conducted based upon City policy, Federal, State and Local requirements. The City of Lauderhill is an E-Verify employer.
Marginal Functions
While the following tasks are necessary for the work of the unit, they are not an essential part of the purpose of this position and may also be performed by other unit members.
- Prepares correspondence to other city agencies, county agencies, property and business owners, and the general public.
- Performs office functions such as filing, faxing, preparing memos, and answering phones.
- Assists walk-in customers.
- Assists other departments in routine tasks such as delivering flyers.
- Performs related duties as directed.
01
Are you aware that this is a part-time position?
- Yes
- No
02
Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent?
- Yes
- No
03
Please select your highest level of education.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Associate’s degree
- Bachelor’s degree
- Master’s degree or higher
- None of the options above apply to me
04
Please use the space below to detail what field your degree is in. Please attach a copy of you degree(s) to your application.
05
How many years of experience do you have in Code Enforcement, law enforcement or closely related field?
- I have less than one (1) year of experience in Code Enforcement, law enforcement or a closely related field.
- I have one (1) year but less than two (2) years of experience in Code Compliance, law enforcement, or a closely related field.
- I have two (2) years but less than three (3) years of experience in code compliance, law enforcement, or a closely related field.
- I have three (3) or more years of experience in Code Compliance, law enforcement or a closely related field.
- I do not have any experience in Code Compliance, law enforcement, or a closely related field.
06
Please use the space below to detail your relevant experience in code compliance, law enforcement, or a closely related field. Please include the number of years of experience and where you obtained the experience. If you do not have any experience, please write “N/A”.
07
Do you have experience working for a public sector organization (i.e. State, County, Municipal Government)?
- Yes
- No
08
In the space below, please indicate the name(s) of the public sector organization(s) for which you have previously worked, your job title(s), and your dates of employment. If this question does not apply to you, please type “N/A.”
09
Do you possess – or are you eligible for immediate issuance of – a valid State of Florida driver’s license?
- Yes
- No
10
Have you had a DUI arrest and/or conviction in the last five (5) years?
- Yes
- No
11
Have you receive three (3) or more tickets for a moving violation within the last seven (7) years?
- Yes
- No
12
Are you a resident of the City of Lauderhill? (Please note, your Lauderhill address must be reflected on your driver’s license.)
- Yes
- No
13
Are you requesting Veteran’s Preference? If you are requesting Veteran’s Preference points, please upload a copy of your supporting documentation to the “Attachments” section by selecting ‘”Add supplemental attachment.” Veteran’s Preference points will be awarded only if all minimum requirements as listed on the Job Posting are met and supporting documentation is submitted at the time of application.
- Yes, I am a Disabled Veteran who served on active duty in any branch of the Armed Forces and who presently has an existing service-connected disability that is compensable under public laws administered by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA), or am receiving compensation, disability retirement benefits, or pension by reason of public laws administered by the DVA and the Department of Defense (DoD). Please upload (1) DD Form 214 and (2) documentation from DoD or DVA establishing that you have a service-connected disability.
- Yes, I am the spouse of a Veteran who has a total and permanent service-connected disability; or who is missing in action, captured in line of duty by a hostile force, or detained or interned in line of duty by a foreign government or power. Please upload (1) an Award Letter stating that the Veteran is entitled to benefits under Chapter 35 from the VA or the DoD, (2) an identification card issued by the DoD, (3) evidence of marriage to the Veteran, and (4) a statement that you are still married to the Veteran at the time of application.
- Yes, I am a Wartime Veteran, who has served at least one day during that Wartime period as defined in section 1.01(14), F.S., or who has been awarded a campaign or expeditionary medal. Active duty for training shall not be allowed for eligibility under this category. Please upload (1) DD Form 214 confirming service during Wartime period.
- Yes, I am the un-remarried widow or widower of a Veteran who died of a service-connected disability. Please upload (1) documentation from the VA indicating the Veteran’s cause of death and (2) evidence of marriage to the Veteran at the time of death.
- Yes, I am the mother, father, legal guardian, or un-remarried widow or widower of a service member who died as a result of military service under combat-related conditions as verified by the DoD. Please upload (1) documentation from the DoD showing the death of service member while on-duty status under combat-related conditions or the DVA certifying the service-connected death of the Veteran and (2) evidence of marriage or court documents establishing the Guardianship.
- Yes, I am a Veteran as defined in section 1.01(14), F.S. The term “Veteran” is defined as a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service and who was discharged or released therefrom under honorable conditions only or who later received an upgraded discharge under honorable conditions. “Active Duty for Training” does not qualify for VP. Please upload (1) DD Form 214.
- Yes, I am a current member of any reserve component of the United States Armed Forces or The Florida National Guard. Please upload (1) a signed memorandum from their military supervisor confirming their Active status in the Reserves or Guard.
- No, I am not requesting Veteran’s Preference.
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