Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1.The special magistrate shall conduct hearings relating to the appeals of citations issued for violations of the Code of Ordinances and Land Development Code including but not limited to violations of the fire, building, zoning, sign and other related codes in force in the unincorporated area of Highlands County. The special magistrate will not initiate enforcement proceedings or inspect for code violations.2.The special magistrate shall sit as an impartial hearing officer to determine, based on evidence presented during the hearing, if a violation exists.3.The special magistrate shall serve at the pleasure of the Board of County Commissioners, and shall not be deemed a County employee.4.The special magistrate will review and understand all relevant codes, ordinances, and Florida Statutes relative to the service provided.5.The County shall provide such clerical, administrative personnel and legal services deemed reasonably necessary to support the special magistrate's activities and assist in the proper performance of duties. The special magistrate shall not be authorized to engage, hire, or use any person, except those provided by the County to assist in the performance of duties.