Program/Project Coordinator (Code Enforcement)

Broward County, Florida
$60,837.95 - $97,098.92 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Florida, Fort Lauderdale
Nov 02, 2024
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered. The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Program/Project Coordinator (Code Enforcement) to support the Building Code Division. Benefits of Broward County Employment High Deductible Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums: Single $10.39 / Family $76.94 Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2400 Annually Consumer Driven Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums: Single $78.64 / Family $273.13 Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan 457 Deferred Compensation employee match Eleven (11) paid holidays each year Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually) Paid Parental Leave General Description Manages and coordinates, with considerable independence, all activities of a particular program/project within a section or agency. Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business, public administration or closely related field. (One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.) Requires two (2) years in code and zoning enforcement, or closely related experience based on area of assignment. International Degree Evaluation Language: For consideration of international degrees, candidates must have it evaluated by an approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), or Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). All associated expenses incurred are the responsibility of the candidate. To access the NACES directory of current members, please visit www.naces.org/members. To access the AICE directory of endorsed members, please visit https://aice-eval.org/endorsed-members. Completed evaluations do not guarantee an offer of employment and are subject to approval by Broward County Human Resources. Special Certifications and Licenses Required Must be certified in Fundamentals of Code Enforcement Certification by the Florida Association of Code Enforcement (FACE). Must have a VALID Florida Driver's License. Preferences Associates degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in criminal justice, public administration, business administration or closely related field. Administrative Aspects of Code Enforcement certification through Florida Association of Code Enforcement. Legal Issues in Code Enforcement certification through Florida Association of Code Enforcement. Officer Safety and Field Applications certification through Florida Association of Code Enforcement. Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certification Through American Association of Code Enforcement (CPMHI). Parking Enforcement Specialist (PES) training through Broward College Institute of Public Safety. Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED). LIAF Landscape Certification. Ability to speak and write in Spanish. 2+ years of POSSE/GIS experience. 2+ years of presenting cases before magistrate. 2+ years enforcing a rental program. 2+ years parking enforcement, issuing tickets or administrative citations. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary. Broward County Building Code Division (BCD) is seeking a Program/Project Coordinator (Code Enforcement) , to join the Broward County Municipal Services District, Code Compliance Section. This position may require night and weekend hours. This is technical work in the enforcement of Chapter 39 Zoning of the Broward County Code of Ordinances. This is technical lead work in the enforcement of zoning and other land use codes. The incumbent will be responsible for conducting field inspections of new and existing sites for conformance to various zoning and land use codes. Work involves coordinating, reviewing and participating in the investigation of complaints and violations of various zoning and land use codes. Supervision may be exercised over a staff of code enforcement officers by assignment and review of completed inspections and by providing assistance in unusual or difficult areas of code interpretation. Under the general supervision of the Code Enforcement Supervisor, the incumbent will be responsible for conducting investigations of complaints and violations involving zoning, land usage and various related public complaints. Coordinates and reviews the results of buildings, signage, land use and fence permit inspections. Coordinates and participates in field investigations to determine compliance with zoning regulations and other land use codes. Inspects new and existing sites for conformance to County ordinances. Reviews construction and inspection plans for compliance with ordinances and regulations specific to area of assignment. Performs related work as required. Some other tasks of the Program/Project Coordinator's (Code Enforcement) tasks include rental property inspections, researching and reviewing legal descriptions, plat restrictions and property ownership information, conducting field investigations to determine compliance of properties, testifying at hearings regarding notices of violation or citations issued to code violators, and answering inquiries from architects, attorneys, real estate personnel, building contractors and the general public regarding land usage, zoning codes and related ordinances. Assists the Code Compliance Section Supervisor with planning, organizing and directing inspections, code compliance and enforcement work. Develops educational programs for the regulated community (Public Outreach). Performs other related work. Work is performed with considerable independence within established codes, regulations, and technical guidelines. Performs related work as assigned. WORK ENVIRONMENT Physical Demands* Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations. Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment) Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic; moving machinery. SPECIAL INFORMATION Competencies Decision Quality Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Consistently demonstrates strong judgment; may be sought out by others for expertise and guidance. Takes smart, independent action in urgent and non-routine situations, knows when to escalate for others' involvement. Plans and Aligns Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Stays focused on plans and improvises in response to changes, including risks and contingencies. Aligns own team's work with other workgroups'. Looks ahead to determine and obtain needed resources to complete plans. Optimizes Work Processes Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Pays close attention to a variety of metrics and benchmarks; determines both major and subtle ways to optimize processes. Swiftly resolves process breakdowns; takes steps to ensure that problems do not recur. Communicates Effectively Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Tailors communication content and style to the needs of others. Pays attention to others' input and perspectives, asks questions, and summarizes to confirm understanding. Situational Adaptability Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Sees even subtle cues to adapt; deploys a wide range of behaviors to stay effective. Exemplifies flexibility and resourcefulness; responds deftly to a variety of challenges and situations. County Core Values All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies. Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request. Emergency Management Responsibilities Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned. County-wide Employee Responsibilities All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies. All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.