Code Enforcement Officer I / II / III

Code Enforcement Officer

Enforces the City of Orlando code through the inspection of residential, commercial, industrial, and public properties to ensure compliance with all laws, regulations, and ordinances, particularly minimum standards for housing, zoning, land use, lot cleaning, occupational licensing, and parking. Work involves the ability to physically perform inspections, which include walking, climbing, kneeling, crawling, and operating an automobile. Required to make verbal presentations before the Code Enforcement Board, Court, and Hearing Officers. Required to work occasional weekends and evenings. Minimum Qualifications :

Code Enforcement Officer I

High School Diploma / G.E.D. Certificate and three (3) years experience in housing and zoning inspection, state or local government law enforcement, or construction trades; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Florida Parking Enforcement Specialist certification required within one (1) year of employment (probationary status may be continued until certification is obtained). Must be able to read and understand maps, building plans, and blueprints. Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. International Code Council Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certification preferred.

Code Enforcement Officer II

High School Diploma / G.E.D. Certificate plus five (5) years experience in housing and zoning inspections; state or local government law enforcement experience, construction trades; or an equivalent combination of specifically related education, training, and experience. Must be able to read and understand maps, building plans, and blueprints. Must become certified as a State of Florida Parking Enforcement Specialist within one (1) year of employment (probationary status may be continued until certification is obtained). Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. International Code Council Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certification preferred.

Code Enforcement Officer III

High School Diploma / G.E.D. Certificate and seven (7) years of experience in housing and zoning inspections, state or local government law enforcement, or construction trades; or an equivalent combination of specifically related education, training, and experience. Must be able to read and understand maps, building plans, and blueprints. Must become a certified State of Florida Parking Enforcement Specialist within one (1) year of employment (probationary status may be continued until certification is obtained). Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. International Code Council Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certification preferred.

Valid Florida Driver's License required. Must pass driver's physical. Must pass background check which includes a polygraph.

Important : To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407.246.2062.

If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows :

• Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
• Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.