Overview
Associate Attorney Jobs in Tampa, FL at Brock & Scott PLLC
Major Functions
The County of Volusia is seeking an experienced Solid Waste Management Compliance Officer for the Solid Waste Division. This position is located in Port Orange, Florida and will be responsible for specialized technical work of an investigative nature enforcing the County Solid Waste Ordinance, State Litter Law, Commercial Recycle Ordinance, and Franchise Management. The Compliance Officer monitors and enforces the County Solid Waste Ordinance and the State Litter Law related to illegal solid waste dumping, litter, tire generators and franchise management. The Compliance Officer will be responsible for investigating violations and ensuring that the procedures to abate the violations are in compliance, as well as handle the issuance of notices of citations, and other correspondence specifying corrective action plans. The candidate will provide information on local and state regulations to property owners, residents, business, and the general public.
Illustrative Duties
(NOTE: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.)
Investigates requests, reports of littering, illegal dumping, and customer service problems.
Issues warnings or citations to offenders with guidance on corrective actions.
Files complaints with the State Attorney when necessary to enforce either County Ordinance or Florida Litter Law.
Ensures that regulations and procedures are enforced and advises citizens and outside agencies on acceptable Solid Waste practices.
Prepares cases for presentation at court hearings or before the Code Enforcement Board Utilizing photos or other supporting evidence.
Maintains records of complaints, violations, rechecks, dispositions, and vehicle travel.
Follows up on complaints and violations until resolved.
Prepares monthly reports on activities.
Coordinates office and field investigations with other agencies to enforce all County code compliance efforts.
May be required to remove public/hazardous debris (from roadside, etc.).
Performs related work as required.
Minimum Requirements
Graduation from high school or possession of a GED and two (2) years’ experience working with the public in regulatory enforcement, investigative work, complaint processing or other related fields. Must attain Florida Association of Code Enforcement Level I certification within two (2) years.
Possession of a valid Florida Driver’s License.
A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of and ability to interpret Florida Litter Laws, County Waste Tire, Commercial Recycle, Solid Waste and other related ordinances.
Knowledge of the geography of County unincorporated areas.
Ability to understand and follow laws, ordinances, and procedures relating to filing of complaints with the State Attorney.
Ability to learn legal and technical terms and procedures related to the position.
Ability to disseminate information to the general public regarding ordinances.
Ability to deal effectively with the public in adverse situations, exercising a high degree of tact, persuasion, and diplomacy.
Ability to work alone in the field and use good judgement in seeking compliance.
Ability to maintain records.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to located property using legal descriptions.
Ability to use a computer to create documents, reports, prepares cases and input data.
Ability to use a cellphone digital camera, laptop, and related electronic equipment.
ADA REQUIREMENTS
Physical Demands: Medium work. Ability to communicate, see; ability to traverse uneven, broken terrain; ability to lift, pull, push 20-50 pounds. Ability to smell, grasp, handle, feel. May be required to perform duties in early morning light or at night. Visual acuity (depth perception and peripheral vision) necessary to operate a motorized vehicle.
Environmental Demands: Inside/Outside work. Exposure to inclement weather (rain, humidity, heat, cold), odors, dust, uneven/undeveloped/wet terrain.
Mental Demands: Ability to read and comprehend technical manuals and procedures; legal ordinances and statutes; safety instructions, memos, letters, evaluations, reports. Ability to write simple reports, evaluations, summaries. Ability to speak clearly and concisely, relaying information, details and procedures to layman. Ability to perform basic mathematical functions. Ability to use computers.
Volusia County is a drug free workplace, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Veterans’ preference in accordance with federal, state, local laws.
We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes:
HEALTH INSURANCE
Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Account
RETIREMENT
Florida Retirement System (FRS)
Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP)
Deferred Compensation (475 Plan)
SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE
Life Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
Cancer Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
PAID TIME OFF
Personal Leave
Holidays
Bereavement
Military
HOLIDAYS
The County of Volusia observes the following holidays annually:
New Year’s Day
Martin Luther King Day
Good Friday
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving (and day after)
Christmas
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
Tuition Reimbursement
Onsite Wellness/Fitness Center
Computer Purchase Program
Direct Deposit Payroll
Temporary and intermittent employees are not paid for holidays and are not eligible for benefits.
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Title: Associate Attorney
Company: Brock & Scott PLLC
Location: Tampa, FL
