Code Enforcement Inspector

SUMMARY The primary duties of a Code Enforcement Inspector are conducting nuisance, housing and/or zoning inspections. The position will also attend community meetings to provide updates related to the work being conducted in neighborhoods. Major Duties and Responsibilities: Performs technical work conducting inspections of properties to ensure compliance with City's Housing, Health & Sanitation, Unified Development and Parking Ordinances. Serves as neighborhood liaison for code enforcement issues Inspects single and multi-family dwellings, vacant commercial properties, vacant lots, abandoned/junk vehicles, businesses, etc., to ensure compliance with City ordinances Takes necessary steps to ensure ordinance compliance by notifying property owners and tenants of violations Testifies at hearings such as the Housing Appeals Board, Zoning Board of Adjustment and Environmental Court Participates in meetings and educational sessions with citizens, neighborhood groups, neighborhood leaders and civic organizations to explain the City's ordinance enforcement programs Serves as a member of Service Area team with an objective to identify and connect all H&NS functions Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Must be able to obtain State Building Inspection Certification within three years of employment Ability to develop creative solutions to complex problems Demonstrated good written and oral communication skills Ability to plan, develop, organize, implement, and evaluate assigned areas Excellent facilitation, negotiation and problem-solving skills Must have ability to use a personal computer and related technology to prepare reports and correspondence Valid driver's license required Ability to obtain a City driving permit Preferred Qualifications: Graduation from a two-year college or university with a degree in business administration, public administration or related field with related work experience preferred Experience in residential construction or delivery of inspection/code enforcement services preferred Minimum Qualifications: Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and must receive a State Building Inspection certification within three years of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr