Code Compliance Officer

Salary : $2,160.00 - $3,252.00 Biweekly Location : Miami Beach, FL Job Type: Full-time Job Number: 02637 Department: CODE COMPLIANCE Opening Date: 02/17/2026 Closing Date: 3/3/2026 5:00 PM Eastern Nature of Work This position assists in performing technical work in the enforcement of various applicable national, state, and local laws, codes, and ordinances relating to health, zoning, and environmental regulations. Illustrative Examples of Essential Duties Enforces applicable national, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and other regulations by issuing warnings and written notices of violations. Works with Police and Fire Departments to issue notices of life safety violations. Responds to noise complaints during and after work hours. Investigates and resolves complaints from the general public. Investigates and resolves complaints from other City departments. Conducts field inspections of new and existing businesses, buildings, structures, premises, and marine related facilities. Responds to property maintenance complaints. Responds to zoning complaints. Responds to City Code complaints. Responds to marine complaints. Responds to or assists other departments in responding to and resolving complex issues and problems. Testifies in courts and at other hearings in the prosecution of violators and offenders. Prepares testimony, compiles evidence, and structures cases for prosecution. Prepares and maintains records, reports, and correspondence. Reports suspected or known violations of other regulations to appropriate agencies. Reviews plans and applications to determine compliance with acceptable codes, ordinances, and procedures. Determines conformity with acceptable standards and approved plans. Recommends methods, materials, equipment, and alterations to assist in compliance with acceptable standards. Computes fines and fees. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum RequirementsAssociates Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or in a course of study related to the occupational field. Experience may substitute on a year for year basis. One (1) to three (3) years of experience relevant to the major duties/essential functions of the position. Part-time experience will be prorated. Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of Florida for the type of vehicle or equipment operated with an acceptable driving record. Shift work includes nights, weekends, and holidays Possess or obtain Level 1 certification from the Florida Association of Code Enforcement within 12 months of appointment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, or walking. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects and distinguishes between shades of color. The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, and cold or inclement weather. For all positions: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, coworkers, the press the general public and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds regardless of race, religion, age, sex, disability, political affiliation, gender identity or sexual orientation. Ability to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of all city ethics and conflicts of interest policies. Strong understanding of ethical behavior is required. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance. Performs related work as required Reports to work as directed during an emergency as an essential employee of the City of Miami Beach For all technical, professional, supervisory and managerial positions: Ability to develop innovative and creative solutions to issues consistent with the City's strategic plan. Applicants must detail any related work experience on the application or risk disqualification. It is the applicant's responsibility to update their NEOGOV profile with work experience, education, certifications and personal contact information when submitting each application, failure to do so will result in ineligibility. City of Miami Beach employees must reflect their current position and detail their work experience on the application to avoid being disqualified.Veterans Preference: Veterans Preference is awarded in accordance with Florida State Statute 295.07. If veteran's preference is being claimed, it must be indicated on the application form and proper documentation, including all forms DD-214 (either Member 2 or Member 4), as well as the final Department of Defense Disability Letter (dated within one year) must be submitted with the application For all positions: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, coworkers, the press the general public and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds regardless of race, religion, age, sex, disability, political affiliation, gender identity or sexual orientation. Ability to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of all city ethics and conflicts of interest policies. Strong understanding of ethical behavior is required. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance. Performs related work as required. Reports to work as directed during an emergency as an essential employee of the City of Miami Beach. For all technical, professional, supervisory and Managerial positions: Ability to develop innovative and creative solutions to issues consistent with the City's strategic plan. Applicants must detail any related work experience on the application or risk disqualification. It is the applicant's responsibility to update their NEOGOV profile with work experience, education, certifications and personal contact information when submitting each application, failure to do so will result in ineligibility. City of Miami Beach employees must reflect their current position and detail their work experience on the application to avoid being disqualified.Veterans Preference: Veterans Preference is awarded in accordance with Florida State Statute 295.07. If veteran's preference is being claimed, it must be indicated on the application form and proper documentation, including all forms DD-214 (either Member 2 or Member 4), as well as the final Department of Defense Disability Letter (dated within one year) must be submitted with the application. DCF: For any job announcement that requires a a screening through the clearinghouse please see link to the website: Benefits are available to FULL-TIME employees only. The City of Miami Beach offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 12 vacation, 12 sick days, 15 paid holidays (11 holidays and 4 floating holidays); partially sponsored by the City group medical (including visual) and dental insurance, life insurance. Excellent retirement plan: pre-tax employee contribution added to the City's contribution; 5 year "cliff vesting." Voluntary Benefits (fully paid by the employee, but payroll deductible): flexible spending account; 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, and Roth IRA; universal and critical life insurance, disability insurance, long-term care, and lump sum cancer policy. Also, U.S. Legal Services, tuition assistance, pre-tax payroll contributions, continuation of medical and dental coverage up to 18 months upon termination (COBRA). For a more detailed overview of the benefit package, please visit Benefits section at 01 Do you have an Associates Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or in a course of study related to the occupational field? Experience may substitute on a year for year basis. Yes No 02 Do you have one (1) to three (3) years of experience relevant to the major duties/essential functions of the position? Yes No 03 Do you have a valid driver's license issued by the State of Florida for the type of vehicle or equipment operated with an acceptable driving record? Yes No 04 Are you able to do shift work including nights, weekends, and holidays? Yes No 05 Do you possess or can obtain Level 1 certification from the Florida Association of Code Enforcement within 12 months of appointment? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04