Housing Inspector

• Perform initial, special, and/or annual field inspections of the interior and exterior of properties on all single and multi-family rental units and vacant buildings in the City to ensure compliance with City ordinances and the International Property Maintenance Codes (IPMC).
• Communicates with property owners, managers and/or property local agents and advises them of ordinance violations and compliance actions.
• Explain local building/property maintenance regulations; Verify complaints and conduct follow-up inspections; send out ordinance violation notices when necessary.
• Document deficiencies and prepare written reports for each of the activities using both BS&A and Microsoft software; document all evidence and actions in a manner appropriate for use in court actions.
• Testify in court against offenders for violations of local building/property maintenance regulations when necessary.
• Answer questions and interact professionally, tactfully and courteously with the public, property owners, local agents, tenants and co-workers.  Take action to resolve complaints.

• Performs related duties as required.

• Associates degree or equivalent sufficient for maintaining records and reports at a level necessary for use in court.
• One to two years full time work experience in residential or commercial construction, property management or equivalent.

• Knowledge and understanding of, and the ability to apply the following is desired: 1) applicable laws, standards, zoning ordinances, IPMC and building codes relating to various land use, nuisance and public safety codes; 2) methods, materials, and techniques used in building design and construction; and 3) inspection methods, practices, and techniques pertaining to building and zoning matters in a municipal setting.
• Knowledge of Microsoft and BS&A software and the ability to navigate through internet resources.
• Ability to prepare, organize and maintain inspection field data, reports and computer records.
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and work independently without close supervision; Ability to maintain a professional demeanor; be courteous, respectful and sensitive to the importance of confidentiality at all times.
• Effective written and oral communication skills; ability to compose tactful correspondence and maintain detailed records.
• Sufficient analytical, cognitive and physical skills to effectively perform the essential functions of the position in the stated environment, with or without accommodation.
• Must possess a valid Michigan Driver’s License and meet the City's driving record standards.
• Ability to obtain or possess Act 407 Building Inspector registration a plus.
• Ability to obtain ICC certification within 1 year from date of hire.

The selection process will include a review of the applicant's qualifications, driving record and criminal history check, a written examination, and/or an oral board interview.  Each step of the process must be passed before the applicant will be moved to the next step.  Applicants will be invited to further participate in the selection process based on the nature and extent of their related experience.

Salary : $54,473 - $81,628