Code Compliance Officer I

Code Compliance Officer The City of Winter Park is seeking a Code Compliance Officer to enforce all city ordinances and codes through the inspection of residential, commercial, industrial, private, and public properties to ensure compliance with all laws, regulations, and ordinances. The incumbent performs a variety of routine work within established procedures with some latitude in the use of independent judgment and receives detailed instructions on new assignments. Work is reviewed through visual observations, peer review, and the results achieved for assigned duties. The essential functions of this position include inspecting and monitoring properties throughout the city to ensure the safety of all citizens and compliance with applicable codes; maintaining department records and assisting with inquiries, complaints, and business license inspections; creating, placing, and/or mailing violation notices, letters, and other legal documents as needed; investigating, preparing, and presenting cases to the city Code Compliance Board; responding to inquiries and complaints in person or by telephone; maintaining accurate detailed daily records of all inspections; providing compliance alternatives to violators; and being able to work a flexible schedule to include weekend and evening hours. Knowledge, skills, and abilities required include working knowledge of departmental and municipal rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; working knowledge of modern office terminology, methods, practices, and procedures, business English, spelling, punctuation, and formatting correspondence; working knowledge of the city's zoning, property maintenance, business license, and Municipal Codes; ability to read and interpret site plans, zoning maps, and surveys of properties; ability to visually recognize zoning, property maintenance, and city ordinance violations; ability to understand and interpret policies, procedures, and applicable laws; ability to maintain focus and flexibility with frequent interruptions; ability to follow up and monitor the status of ongoing projects; ability to complete work accurately with a high level of attention to detail; ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors, city officials, and the general public; ability to communicate information tactfully and impartially, both in person and in writing with all staff, city officials, and the general public; and ability to demonstrate proficiency in the City of Winter Park Core Competencies. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by a minimum of two years of experience as a building or code inspector, zoning technician, or other related position. Certifications must be current at the time of application, and must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

Created: 2026-03-06