About this role
This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled. Annual Salary: $46,897.50 - $49,237.50 Hourly: $24.05 - $25.25 Department: Livability & Tourism, Public Safety Division: Livability FLSA: Non-Exempt Job Description: In this role, you will inspect property and investigate complaints concerning violations of municipal code.
Examples of Duties:
• Inspects designated areas periodically for evidence of violation. • Ensures that property owners, contractors etc. have proper permits. • Interviews residents and inspects area to investigate reports of violations. • Locates property owners and explains nature of inspection and investigation findings, and encourages voluntary action to resolve problems. • Studies laws and statutes in municipal code to determine specific nature of code violations and type of action to be taken. • Issues notices of violation to owners not complying with request for voluntary correction of problems. • Prepares case materials when legal action is required to solve problems, and may appear in court to testify if needed. • Conducts or participates in informational meetings for residents and property owners. • Maintains appropriate records and prepares required reports. • Performs other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
• 6 months of related experience and/or training • Associate’s Degree (AA/AS), or an equivalent combination of education and training • Valid state issued driver’s license.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office or similar software
Other Necessary Requirements:
• May require evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled. • In the event of major storms or other emergency situations, this position may be subject to 24-hour shifts or any other emergency schedule that is necessary to meet the City’s needs.
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