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NEOGOV · 1 day ago

Field Investigator

Land O' Lakes, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$26.37/hr - $36.92/hr

1+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Field Investigator to ensure compliance with contractor licensing requirements for residential and commercial properties. The role involves conducting investigations, responding to citizen inquiries, and preparing reports for legal proceedings.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Investigates to determine compliance and enforces Pasco County Code of ordinances within residential and commercial properties to include complex investigations of business practices with contractor licensing and other related duties

Performs field investigations and issues warnings, notices of violation, or citations for violations of Pasco County Code of ordinances and/or contractor licensing statutes

Frequently responds to citizen inquiries via telephone, email, or in person regarding inquiries and complaints

Maintains accurate documentation on all investigations and other job-related activities, including photographs

Prepares and evaluates findings and facts. Presents oral and written reports in an accurate and concise manner to courts, commissions, boards, state and local law enforcement agencies as needed. Attends legal meetings to testify in Pasco County court and/or the Pasco County Construction Board

Handles special investigations, or assignments, as requested by the Supervisor

Occasionally requires work involving lifting, moving, pushing and pulling of heavy objects weighing up to 40lbs

Performs related work as required

Qualification

Building ordinancesField investigation skillsContractor licensing knowledgeConstruction experienceLaw enforcement experienceJudgmentDiscretionCultural sensitivityIndependenceReport writingUse of technologyEffective communicationRelationship building

Required

Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma and one (1) year of construction experience in either of the following trades: Building, Electrical, Mechanical or Plumbing

Proficient using a laptop, tablet, desktop computer, printer, scanner, smartphone and related software required

Must possess a valid Florida driver's license

Ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and push or pull heavy objects

Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication

Requires stooping, bending, standing for extended periods of time, walking on uneven surfaces for long distances, occasionally at a fast pace

Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions

Ability to operate, enter and exit county vehicle frequently

Preferred

One (1) year of experience in general law enforcement, criminal justice, civil investigations or the Florida Department of Business Regulation (contractor licensing) is preferred