<p>About Us</p> <p>Tallahassee, a diverse community of nearly 200,000 residents, is the state capital and home to Florida A&M University, Florida State University, and Tallahassee State College. It is known for its national forest, freshwater lakes, and abundant parks and recreational activities. Located in the north-central portion of the state of Florida.</p> <p>The City, as an organization, has a devoted workforce of approximately 4,000 people who come together to ensure the needs of the community are met through municipal services. These services include Police, Fire, Utilities (electric, gas, water, wastewater, stormwater), Parks and Recreation, Aviation-Tallahassee International Airport, and general municipal services. The City's mission is to be the national leader in the delivery of public service.</p> <p>The City of Tallahassee's workforce is our community's lifeblood, we offer diverse career opportunities, a positive work-life balance, competitive compensation, exceptional wellness programs, and comprehensive benefits, all of which position us to be the premier employer of choice for this area.</p> <p>Apply On Or Before</p> <p>Apply on or before 11:59 pm on Tuesday, March 31, 2026</p> <p>Department Name</p> <p>Resilience Administration</p> <p>Job Specifications</p> <p>MAJOR FUNCTION</p> <p>This is technical, investigative, and community engagement work supporting sustainability, resiliency, and code enforcement activities for the City of Tallahassee. Incumbents inspect properties to ascertain compliance with, and enforcement of, municipal codes and ordinances to improve public safety, disaster resilience, environmental health, and quality of life. In collaboration with other departments and agencies, officers help to plan and implement initiatives to achieve code compliance, promote the safety of residents, and preserve properties and the environment. Incumbents also respond to citizen and neighborhood issues, inquiries or complaints and work with departments to resolve issues and concerns of citizens. Duties are performed in accordance with established ordinances, policies, Florida State Statues, and strategic plans. Work is performed under the general supervision of a supervisor; however, the incumbent is expected to exercise independent judgment and discretion, tact, patience, and self-control under trying circumstances in performing work. Work is reviewed through analysis of reports, observations, and by results obtained.</p> <p>For the complete job specification, listing essential duties and desirable qualifications, go to Resilience Officer I</p> <p>Employment Status: OPS</p> <p>This posting will fill up to two (2) positions</p> <p>Minimum Training & Experience</p> <p>Possession of a high school diploma or a GED and two years of skilled craft or technical experience in the building, housing construction, or inspection industry, engineering, code enforcement, emergency management or a related field?</p> <p>Necessary Special Requirements</p> <p>Required within one year of appointment, as a condition of continued employment:</p> <p>Certification:</p> <ul> <li>Florida Association of Code Enforcement (FACE) Level 1 </li><li>or </li><li>Fundamentals of Code Enforcement and Officer Safety and Field Applications </li></ul> <p>Required within two year of appointment, as a condition of continued employment:</p> <p>FACE certification in:</p> <ul> <li>Officer Safety </li><li>Field Application </li><li>Legal Issues in Code Enforcement </li></ul> <p>Salary Range</p> <p>$21.6689 to $58.7999/hourly. Hiring rate generally will not exceed $36.75/hour.</p> <p>Driver's License Requirements</p> <p>Must possess a valid Class E State driver's license at the time of appointment.</p> <p>Benefits Information</p> <p>The City of Tallahassee offers a comprehensive benefits package for OPS employees, including:</p> <ul> <li>Defined Compensation Plan (457/Roth 457) </li><li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance </li><li>Life and long-term disability insurance </li><li>Pre-paid legal and auto insurance plans </li><li>Flexible Spending Accounts </li><li>Fitness Classes/Gym Facilities </li></ul> <p>For more information about benefits offered to eligible City employees, visit ALEX.</p> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>Visit Talgov.com/Employment click on the 'Apply Today' button, then navigate to 'My Job Applications' icon, and create an account. Only online applications will be accepted for this vacancy. Remember, you must complete all sections of the application, including the education and work history section, even if this information is included on your resume.</p> <p>If you have any questions regarding this position or the application process, please contact the City's Human Resources and Workforce Development Department at 850-891-8214.</p> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer:</p> <p>The City of Tallahassee is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting equity and celebrating diversity. The City of Tallahassee invites applications without regard to an individual's race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.</p> <p>Veterans' Preference:</p> <p>Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses of the service members and veterans, will receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. For information on who may be eligible for Veterans' Preference, go to http://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/, or call Human Resources & Workforce Development at (850) 891-8214.To claim Veterans' Preference, applicants must upload a DD-214 (and other documentation, as applicable) with their online application prior to the closing date of the job opening.</p> <p>Accommodation for Persons with a Disability:</p> <p>If you require an accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the City's ADA Coordinator, in the Office of Diversity & Inclusion, at 850-891-8950 or at TLHADA@talgov.com Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., or TDD 711, at least 48 hours, (excluding weekends and holidays), prior to the application deadline.</p> <p>Apply for Job</p> <ul> <li> <p>Careers</p> </li><li> <p>Sign In</p> </li><li> <p>New User</p> </li></ul>