ZONING AND LANDSCAPE INSPECTOR Position Available In Broward, Florida

ZONING AND LANDSCAPE INSPECTOR


Salary $54,583.98 – $84,642.90 Annually Location Fort Lauderdale

FL 33311, FL

Job Type Full Time Job Number

TM140-05

Department Development Services 1 Division 01RM Urban Design and Development Opening Date 06/18/2025 Closing Date 7/2/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS
QUESTIONS
POSITION SUMMARY The Zoning and Landscaping Team at the Development Services Department is seeking a Zoning and Landscape Inspector. The Zoning and Landscape Inspector inspects land development, building construction, and landscape installation and modification for conformity with effective land development regulations, and with approved development plans. In accordance with Article 24 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City employees and external applicants).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position. Performs inspections related to the City’s Unified Land Development Regulations (ULDR) and conditions placed on the plans at time of approval by the Development Review Committee (DRC), Planning and Zoning Board and/or City Commission
Reviews building permit plans for conformance with zoning and landscape codes and ordinances
Performs retroactive inspections of signs and landscaping and responds to complaints regarding sign compliance
Informs property owners or developers of any development project and site plan deficiencies and gives instructions for compliance
Arranges for developers and architects to meet with Building and Zoning representatives to discuss non-conformance with approved plans
Issues citations to violators who fail to correct deficiencies within the prescribed period of time
Disseminates information regarding zoning and landscape code requirements
Documents inspection results and tracks complaints
Electronically prepares reports and maintains inspection records of work performed and properly enters inspection data, including documents and images using provided hardware and software systems and equipment
Performs research on properties
Assists in the gathering, assembly and preparation of technical data for planning analysis
Performs related work as required

JOB REQUIREMENTS, PREFERENCES & WORK ENVIRONMENT MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High school or vocational school or possess a G.E.D. certificate Three (3) years of experience in land development, code enforcement or a related field and possess a general knowledge of land development regulations, including landscaping, and associated terminology. Additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job related field, may substitute on a year-for-year basis of the required experience
Possess a Florida driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, or be able to obtain one by date of hire. If claiming Veteran’s Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale’s veteran’s preference claim form (J-204).to the online application.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

F.A.C.E. (Florida Association of Code Enforcement) Level 1 Certification As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Ability to lift, carry, climb, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, walk, push, pull, grasp, stand and access heights or areas where limited space is available. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

HOW TO APPLY & SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position. The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans’ preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran’s Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale’s veteran’s preference claim form (J-204). to the online application. Employer
City of Fort Lauderdale
Address
Tower Building – 101 NE 3rd Ave
Department of Human Resources – 16th Floor
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Phone
19548285300