Code Enforcement Officer

NOVA Engineering is currently seeking a Code Enforcement Officer for immediate hire in Sanibel, Florida.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Investigate and enforce municipal, land development and property maintenance codes within city boundaries.
• Responds to and investigates allegations of violations of Municipal, Land Development and Property Maintenance Codes to determine validity of complaints and the appropriate course of action to mitigate issues.
• Notification of issues given in writing, by phone, in person and electronically.
• Schedules and performs systematic property maintenance inspections to maintain or achieve minimum property standards.
• Attends neighborhood meetings to discuss and educate citizens about municipal codes.
• Prepares records and reports pertaining to abatements, court actions, daily activities, enforcement actions and inspections.
• Compiles documentation for and issues summons.
• Testifies in municipal court as required.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid drivers license and good driving record
• 1 year or more experience in enforcement, compliance-related work including investigating allegations, conducting research and resolving complaints, concerns or conflicts
• Knowledge of general construction practices, procedures and requirements
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, citizens and elected officials; Handle sensitive or stressful situations with tact and diplomacy
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to make presentations
• Ability to read, interpret, and explain City codes and site plans, maps and work plans

PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS:

• ICC Zoning Inspector Certification preferred
• ICC Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector Certification preferred

NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Nova:

Established in 1996, NOVA was originally founded to provide Environmental Consulting, Geotechnical Engineering, and Construction Materials Testing and Inspection services to the design and construction community, largely in the southeastern United States. Since our founding, NOVA has added additional service lines such as Facilities and Building Envelope, Forensics, Municipal and more. We are dedicated to providing a wide variety of projects and services with an emphasis on collaboration and safety. We offer a stimulating and inspiring work environment where our employees are recognized for their efforts and achievements and are mentored for professional growth.

Currently, NOVA employs 650+ personnel in 18 offices serving clients throughout the southeastern United States and beyond. Our firm has professional and administrative support staff that includes registered professional engineers, registered professional geologists, environmental scientists, registered roof observers, LEED accredited professionals, soil/foundation engineers, laboratory specialists, materials technicians, ICC-certified inspectors, NICET-certified technicians, and AWS-certified welding inspectors. NOVA’s facilities include AASHTO-accredited laboratories in soils, concrete, aggregate and hot-mix asphalt testing/inspection. We also have CCRL-inspected laboratories for concrete sampling, curing, and testing. NOVA will continue to expand its reach and reputation as a leader in the testing, inspection, and consulting fields with a strong legacy of quality and integrity by promoting our best internal resources and recruiting a diverse culture of valued and exceptional talent.

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