Code Enforcement Officer I

Under limited supervision, municipal, land development, and property maintenance codes to support public health, safety, and property standards; conducts field inspections to identify violations; issues warnings, notices, and citations; educates the public on code requirements; coordinates with internal departments and external partners to achieve compliance; and performs other related duties as assigned. Salary Code Enforcement Officer I - pay grade 51 $25.56 hourly Excellent benefits! Qualifications Code Enforcement Officer I - High school diploma or GED (education will be verified using the "Education Requirements" listed below) and two (2) years of experience in customer service, public-facing roles, or other positions that involves direct communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution with members of the public, is required. This experience may come from roles in hospitality, call centers, utilities, housing, community outreach, or similar settings where strong interpersonal skills are essential. One (1) year of experience in enforcement, regulatory, inspection, or compliance-related work including but not limited to code enforcement, planning or zoning assistance, building permitting or inspection, construction or site maintenance, property management or HOA enforcement, parking or traffic compliance, regulatory inspections such as food service or environmental health, loss prevention, internal audits, or lease enforcement and collections property management firms, is required. Must obtain the Florida Association of Code Enforcement (F.A.C.E) Level I Certification within one (1) year of employment. A current and Valid Florida drive's license is required. For application purposes, a valid driver's license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized; with the ability to obtain the State of Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days from date of employment.

Alternative requirements:

High school diploma or GED (education will be verified using the "Education Requirements" listed below) and two (2) years of experience in customer service, public-facing roles, or other positions that involves direct communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution with members of the public, is required. This experience may come from roles in hospitality, call centers, utilities, housing, community outreach, or similar settings where strong interpersonal skills are essential. Possession of the Florida Association of Code Enforcement (F.A.C.E) Level I Certification is required. A current and valid Florida driver's license is required. For application purposes, a valid driver's license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized; with the ability to obtain the State of Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days from date of employment.

Education Requirements :

To be considered valid (or verified) for position qualification purposes, and consistent with City Hiring Policy 4-5, a High School, GED or equivalent diploma, and all higher education degrees or certifications must have been issued by: a public education institution in the State of Florida or any State or Territory of the United States; or an institution accredited by an accrediting organization that is recognized by the Florida Department of Education or the U.S. Department of Education; or an institution that is accredited by an organization that is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). an institution whose degree or certification is accepted by institutions identified in either a), b), or c), above, for the purpose of admission to institutions identified in either a), b), or c) above. International degrees will be evaluated to determine if they satisfy qualification requirements.

Special Driving Requirements:

Have not lost any driving privileges by reason of revocation, suspension or denial of license, or have been convicted and/or had an adjudication withheld of three or more moving violations or, Have not had one DUI (Driving Under the Influence) in any preceding twenty-four (24) month period. License suspension of two weeks or less or suspensions based only on non-moving violations that have been cleared will not automatically result in revocation of driving privileges. Have not had more than one DUI (conviction or adjudication withheld) in Florida or any other state within the past ten (10) years. Additional Details The selection process for this position may consist of any, all or a combination of the following tests: evaluation of training and experience, written examination, structured oral interview or other assessment method.

State of Emergency:

When normal operations of City departments are suspended or interrupted due to a declaration by the Mayor that a state of emergency exists, all employees will be deemed critical by the City. For the preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail, employees deemed necessary shall be required to work. Employees deemed critical by the City but not needed for the initial preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail may be directed not to report to work, and given paid administrative leave or they may be reassigned to another location that best meet the needs of the City. How To Apply If you are interested in applying for this position you may apply online by selecting the Apply Now button at the end of the job posting. Applications must be received in Human Resources by the closing date. The City of West Palm Beach is an equal employment opportunity employer. The City values the service of veterans to our country, supports recruitment of veterans and veterans' preference will be given in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes for those who met the minimum requirements of the position. Background investigation, physical, and drug and alcohol screening is required as condition of employment. Currency USD