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RESOLUTION NO. 2002-10
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF OCOEE, FLORIDA, RELATING TO
JOB DESCRIPTIONS AND TITLES; REVISING THE JOB DESCRIPTION
FOR THE POSITION OF BUILDING AND ZONING OFFICIAL;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Ocoee has previously approved
and adopted a job description under the following title for employment position in the City of
Building and Zoning Official, and
WHEREAS, the City Commission desires to change the job description of the
employment position set forth in the preceding paragraph.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF OCOEE, FLORIDA AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION ONE:
The City Commission of the City of Ocoee, Florida has the
authority to adopt this Resolution pursuant to Article VIII of the Constitution of the State of
Florida and Chapter 166, Florida Statutes.
SECTION TWO: Amendment of Certain Existin2 Job Description The City
Commission hereby amends the certain existing job description and/or titles previously
approved by the City Commission, the amended job description being as set forth in Exhibit
"A" attached hereto and by this reference made a part hereof.
SECTION THREE:
Conflicts. All Resolutions or parts thereof in conflict
with this Resolution are hereby repealed to the extent of any conflict.
SECTION FOUR: Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase
or portion of this Resolution is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of
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competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent
provision and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion hereto.
SECTION FIVE: Effective Date.
This Resolution shall become effective
immediately upon passage and adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this ~day of J U L 'f
,2002.
APPROVED:
ATTEST:
CITY OF OCOEE, FLORIDA
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FOR USE AND RELIANCE ONLY BY
THE CITY OF OCOEE, FLORIDA.
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APPROVED BY THE OCOEE CITY
COMMISSION AT A MEETING
HELD ON THE ABOVE DATE
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BUILDING AND ZONING OFFICIAL
MAJOR FUNCTION
This is administrative work directing the activities of the
Protective Inspections Department. The incumbent develops and
executes programs with considerable technical independence
according to accepted principles and in conformity with the
general policies prescribed by the Florida Building Code, various
special boards and City Codes and Regulations. Work is performed
under the general direction of the City Manager and is reviewed
through conferences, reports, and by results obtained.
ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES
Directs and supervises the overall activities of the department.
Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of
subordinates. Composes correspondence relating to the enforcement
of Building and Zoning Regulations. Interprets and enforces the
Florida Building Code and the City of Ocoee Zoning Regulations.
Certifies the issuance of all building permits and occupational
licenses. Confers with other City officials on interdepartmental
matters. Keeps informed of all new materials and new construction
methods. Prepares budgetary estimates and performs all related
work for the Protective Inspection Department. Prepares and
recommends amendments and revisions to the municipal codes
relating to the department. Makes routine inspections throughout
the City of Ocoee for conformance to safety and the Florida
Building Code and signs ordinances. May present speeches on
building safety and building regulations to civic and professional
organizations. Responds to complaints directed to the Protective
Inspection Department. Conducts performance evaluations and
recommends approval or disapproval of merit increases.
Performs other assigned duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills
Thorough knowledge of modern construction methods, practices,
materials, and equipment as applied to approval of plans and
specifications and the inspection of buildings and structures.
Thorough knowledge of the City Charter, City Ordinances, State
Statutes, Florida Building Code and the Rules and Regulations
pursuant thereto affecting the operations and function of the
Protective Inspection Department. Thorough knowledge of building,
electrical, plumbing, heating, and air conditioning inspection.
Considerable knowledge of legal problems and procedures involved
in the prosecution of persons violating the laws administered by
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Revised 7-16-02
BUILDING AND ZONING OFFICIAL
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills - Continued
the Protective Inspections Department and of the legal problems
involved in the writing of ordinances. Ability to establish and
maintain effective working relationships with peers, subordinates,
contractors, general public, public officials, and to enforce
building and zoning regulations with firmness and tact. Ability
to apply the principles and practices of organization, personnel,
and financial management of the operation of a municipal
department. Ability to speak effectively in public. Ability to
compose correspondence and perform other administrative tasks.
Minimum Training and Experience
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with
a degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Construction or a
related field and ten years of experience as an inspector,
contractor, or superintendent of construction or any combination
of these , five years of which shall have been in a responsible
management position; or an equivalent combination of training and
experience.
Necessary Special Requirements
Certification as a Building Code Administrator through the State
of Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation or
shall become certified within six months after date of employment.
Possession of an acceptable Florida Driver's License.
Adopted 7-02-91
Revised 7-16-02