- General Description
The Code Compliance Officer I enforces County Code to include the Land Development Code and the Nuisance Abatement, Noise, and Mortgaged Real Property Registration of the County Code of Ordinances. The schedule for this full-time position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Detailed information regarding the County’s benefits package and retirement offerings may be found here: 2025-26 Citrus EBH Booklet and myFRS.com
To learn more about Citrus County: Citrus County Government and Official Guide to Crystal River and Citrus County, Florida
- Essential Functions
- Drives and/or operates a county vehicle or equipment and must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.
- Receives complaints of code violations and research ownership, location, and permits.
- Performs research on building permit information.
- Locates alleged code violation site, take photographs, determine if violation complaint is valid and attempt to contact owner.
- Performs noise level readings.
- Drafts Notice of Violation/Notice of Hearing and initiates; prepare case for Code Compliance Special Master; testify.
- Re-inspects established cases.
- Performs routine office tasks such as phone, data entry, record maintenance, and filing, copying, faxing, correspondence.
- Prepares routine and recurring reports and special reports as required.
- Leads and/or attend staff conferences, professional meetings, and other events.
- Completes special projects as assigned.
- Collaborates with and assists local Law Enforcement in enforcing County codes.
- Removes road signage when necessary.
- Performs other related work as required.
- Minimum Requirements
Education, Training, and Experience
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- One (1) year of experience or advanced training in law enforcement or one (1) year of experience in related local/municipal government code compliance.
Skills and Abilities- Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact professionally with the public and testify in hearings.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize workload, and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to handle confrontational situations using tact and sound judgment.
- Must have a strong working knowledge of computers and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of Products (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
Certificates, Licenses, and Registration- Valid Florida Driver License or must obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida.
- May require Notary Public Certification.
- Must have Florida Association of Code Enforcement (FACE) certifications and Noise Certification within one (1) year of employment.
- Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days certification in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses:
- IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS); and
- IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
Physical Requirements/Work Environment- Requires a combination of sitting, standing, and walking.
- The job involves occasionally lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds.
- The job requires occasionally bending, squatting, and reaching above shoulders.
- The job requires the completion of tasks that involve simple grasping, fine manual manipulation, typing, operating foot controls/levers, driving automotive equipment, pushing and pulling.
- The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, depth perception and color vision, hearing, and speaking.
- The job may risk exposure to adverse weather, moving machinery, fumes and gases, electrical hazards, and extreme noise.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Emergency Response/Recovery Activities- All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. Emergency response duties may also include driving and/or operating a county vehicle or equipment and employees must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.
- Supplemental Information
PLEASE REVIEW THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ON POSTING AND COMMUNICATE HOW YOU MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME. MINIMUM REQUIEMENTS MUST BE MET TO BE CONSIDERED. Applications will be carefully reviewed to assess qualifications. Selected applicants will be interviewed to determine who will be hired for the job. The kind and length of related work experience, training and education shown on the application/resume will be an important consideration in the screening process. Relevant experience that is not gained through work experience should be explained in the additional information section of the application.
Must successfully pass a criminal background check, pre-employment physical examination, and drug screen. Drug screens will be in accordance with the Drug Free Workplace Act and/or the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.
Citrus County, Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected trait.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.
Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes or the “Public Records Law,” applications, resumes and personnel records are subject to public inspections. Details regarding the “Public Records Law”/ “The Sunshine Law” / Florida Statutes and the statutory exemptions are available on websites such as the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Florida Senate and Florida Legislature. Additionally, Citrus County Board of County Commissioners Public Information section is located on our website.