Code Enforcement {Building Inspector} Officer

Job Purpose The purpose of this job is to perform skilled work enforcing and monitoring applicable ordinances, codes and standards related to zoning, land use, nuisance housing, building codes, health and life safety, acts of nature and disasters, and other public concerns. This position works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences. Responsibilities Conduct field investigations and property inspections to identify violations of nuisance, zoning, junk and debris, abandoned/inoperative vehicles, housing, life safety and related codes. Maintain records; photograph evidence, invoices, liens, notices, and orders; contact responsible persons, landlords or tenants and perform follow-up investigations to ensure that remedial action has been taken; develop and maintain accurate case files. Enforce and monitor applicable ordinances, codes and standards related to zoning, land use, nuisance housing, building codes, health and life safety, acts of nature and disasters, and other public concerns. Participate in building permit issuance and review major permit applications and construction plans. Provide information to the public on city regulations as well as to property owners, residents, contractors, engineers, businesses, and other city departments. Conduct field and office work, receive, and respond to citizen complaints and reports from other agencies. Maintain City Vehicle. Maintain and document inspections and other job‑related activities. Contact businesses, residences or contractors to resolve issues of violations. Work closely with homeowners, landlords, tenants, businesses, and community groups to grow strong neighborhoods through public relations, education, and code enforcement activities. Provide technical and policy guidance to architects, developers, contractors, engineers and the public to ensure compliance with building and zoning codes. Perform related work as required. Qualifications Thorough knowledge of the building, zoning and related codes and of the appropriate methods of enforcement. Thorough knowledge of current literature and recent developments in the field. Thorough knowledge of building, construction, engineering principles and practices. Ability to prepare and present technical oral and written reports. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the City and other governmental officials, other agencies and the general public. Ability to be tactful in enforcing codes and ordinances. Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent and vocational/technical school training in building construction, building trade (electrical, plumbing, mechanical) and design and four (4) years of experience in building construction, inspections or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr