Announcement

CITY OF SUNRISE, FLORIDA
CODE COMPLIANCE OFFICER

The City of Sunrise, incorporated in 1961, is in southeastern Florida in Broward County. It encompasses an area of approximately 18 square miles and has a growing population estimated at more than 95,000. Sunrise is convenient to three international airports and three deep-water ports and hosts an estimated 30 million visitors each year. The City is an economic powerhouse in western Broward County. As the host of Sawgrass International Corporate Park – the largest business park in South Florida – Sunrise has its own flourishing job market. The City is also home to the internationally renowned Sawgrass Mills mall (the nation’s largest undercover outlet mall) and the FLA Live Arena (among the top 15 venues worldwide in terms of ticket sales), a 20,000-seat arena that showcases the Florida Panthers NHL hockey team as well as top entertainers and events. Sawgrass Mills mall is the second most popular tourist destination in Florida, after Disney World.

The Sunrise City government provides a very high level of customer service to its residents in all service areas. The City has operated under a City Commission/City Manager form of government since 1989. The City Commission is comprised of the Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Assistant Deputy Mayor, and two Commissioners, who enact laws, determine policies, and adopt the annual budget. The City Commission appoints the charter officers, which include the City Manager, City Clerk, City Attorney, Chief of Police, and the Fire Chief.

The City Manager is responsible for carrying out the policies of the City Commission and for overseeing the daily management of the City. The City Manager appoints the heads of the various departments. The City provides a full range of services including police and fire protection, emergency medical service, water, wastewater and gas services, sanitation and recycling services, stormwater services, recreational and cultural activities/events, construction and maintenance of streets and other infrastructure and general administrative services. Internal services of the City, accounted for on a cost reimbursement basis, include workers’ compensation insurance, fleet management, information technology and communications services, and self-funded health insurance. The City is financially accountable for one special improvement district and one special tax district. The City’s FY 2020/2021 Adopted Budget totals $440,023,395 of which the General Fund Budget is $138,829,395 and $5,810,060 supports the Finance and Administrative Services Department. The City employs 1,082 FTE’s. The Community Development Department has 94 full-time employees.

The Code Compliance Officer is responsible for conducting detailed inspections for compliance with the City's Property Maintenance and Minimum Housing Ordinances. Reviewing various records and documentation relating to code enforcement duties, i.e. property ownership, site plans, special exceptions, codes and ordinances. Presenting case documentation and information, and testifies at the Code Enforcement Special Magistrate hearings regarding case facts, conditions, findings and relevant code sections.

 The City is seeking a result driven, motivated, experienced, enthusiastic, and dynamic individual who will apply their talent and experience to conduct investigative, technical and administrative work in the enforcement of the City Code of Ordinances, zoning code regulations, and property maintenance standards.

Education - Graduation from a high school or possession of GED diploma.

Experience and Training - Two (2) years of Code Compliance and/or investigative experience or closely related experience required. Two (2) years experience in the daily use of a computerized system required. Must possess previous customer service experience preferably performed in a public service environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Word is required; Basic knowledge of Excel preferred. 

Necessary Special Qualifications - Florida Association of Code Enforcement Level I certification is required. Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Eligible candidates are required to pass a proficiency assessment in Microsoft Word.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities include - Ability to manage and prioritize routine, specialized and complex oral and written assignments and problems utilizing knowledge acquired through prior education, training, and experience. Knowledge of legal procedure related to the enforcement of municipal codes and related regulations. Knowledge of the City codes, regulations, rules and procedures, and administrative practices relating to enforcement procedures. Ability to meet the public, and explain and enforce regulations firmly, tactfully and impartially, sometimes in stressful or emotional situations. Knowledge of office principles and procedures and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, city officials, supervisors, fellow employees, vendors, the general public and other outside organizations with the goal of fostering positive employee relations and employee morale.

To succeed in this position, the selected candidate will be articulate and have outstanding written and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to make public presentations and address elected officials and staff at all levels of the organization.

Compensation and Benefits: The starting salary will be between $47,468.00 - $65,437.25 annually. General Employee Benefits are excellent and include City-paid medical benefits including 66.66% City paid dependent coverage, retirement, longevity, an attractive paid time off program including cash out provisions, tuition reimbursement and more.

To Apply: This position will remain open until filled. If interested, please visit the City of Sunrise job portal.


The City of Sunrise is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages minorities and women to apply. It is also a drug-free workplace.