Branch Review Specialist jobs in Hollywood, FL

• Performs detailed review of building diagrams, blueprints, sketches, plans and specifications for compliance with the FBC, Federal, State, and local rules and regulations for floodplain management and coastal construction, prior to issuance of building permits for proposed building construction, land use, or building development modifications
• Confers with engineers, contractors, builders, or owners and approves or disapproves; suggests modifications; recommends corrections to plans as necessary and returns plans for corrections and resubmission
• Reviews and evaluates drawings and specifications to determine minimum code compliance with flood resistant design and construction requirements
• Assists with the inspection of buildings in the process of construction, alteration, or repair for compliance with plans submitted with permit applications and with building code requirements related to flood resistant design and construction
• May require the inspection of sites before construction for practicability of plans as well as inspecting construction in process
• May assume the role of the Floodplain Manager in their absence
• Electronically prepares reports and maintains inspection records of work performed and properly enters inspection data, including documents and images using provided hardware and software systems and equipment
• Assists in the investigation of complaints regarding violation of the applicable codes and ordinances and coordinates the prosecution of violators when necessary
• Educates the community on the reasons and requirements of the Floodplain Management Ordinance and FEMA regulations
• May act as the CRS and Grant Coordinator
• May perform community outreach
• Performs related work as required

1. Have graduated from a standard high school or vocational school or possess a G.E.D. certificate from a recognized issuing agency.
2. Three (3) – five (5) years of experience in interpreting and applying guidelines and complex regulations relating to floodplain management and the principles of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). Additional qualifying education may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience with Management approval.
3. Certification as a Floodplain Manager (CFM).

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Must be certified as Floodplain Manager (CFM) within one year of employment as a Floodplain Development Review Specialist Trainee.
• Must have 3 years of experience in Floodplain or remain a Trainee until the 3 years of Floodplain experience is obtained.
• Construction knowledge/experience is preferred.
• Note: Trainees will be paid at a rate of 5% less than the base of the range for this position.

An eligible veteran who enters an open-competitive examination shall receive preference points added to the total passing score earned in the examination as provided for in the Florida Statutes. To obtain veteran's preference, candidates MUST submit a copy of separation papers and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204).