Building Inspector

To apply, submit a resume, letter of interest, and references to Heather Bowman, HBowman@ci.lapeer.mi.us or mail/drop off your application materials at: 576 Liberty Park, Lapeer, MI. 48446. Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug screen, and reference verification.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Community and Economic Development Director, the Building

Inspector is responsible for conducting inspections and assisting with the enforcement of

applicable building codes, zoning regulations, rental housing standards, and related City

ordinances. The Building Inspector works to ensure compliance with applicable state and

local laws, regulations, permits, approved plans, and adopted ordinances.

Responsibilities include conducting inspections of new and existing structures, rental

properties, investigating complaints, proactively identifying code compliance issues,

identifying code deficiencies, coordinating corrective actions, and assisting with code

enforcement activities. The Building Inspector also assists with occupancy reviews, rental

housing inspections, property maintenance compliance efforts, and related departmental

programs.

The Building Inspector works collaboratively with City departments, contractors,

developers, property owners, architects, engineers, state agencies, and the public to

promote safe, compliant, and high-quality development throughout the City.

Essential Job Functions

An employee in this position may be called upon to perform any or all of the following

duties. These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive:

Building and Zoning Administration

Interpret and apply applicable building codes, zoning regulations, rental housing

standards, and City ordinances while conducting inspections and compliance activities.

• Assist builders, developers, contractors, property owners, and residents with permit

requirements, inspection procedures, and code compliance matters.

• Answer inquiries regarding zoning regulations, land use requirements, permit

procedures, rental housing requirements, and City ordinances.

• Explain code requirements, ordinance provisions, corrective action requirements,

appeal procedures, and variance processes.

• Investigate complaints involving building code, zoning, rental housing, and property

maintenance violations and assist with corrective action efforts in accordance with

City policies and applicable regulations.

• Recommend corrective actions and provide guidance for bringing non-compliant

properties into compliance.

Inspections and Code Enforcement

• Conduct inspections of new construction, remodeling projects, existing structures,

rental properties, occupancy-related inspections, and other regulated properties to

ensure compliance with approved permits, applicable codes, and City ordinances.

• Conduct rental housing inspections and re-inspections to verify compliance with

applicable City ordinances, housing standards, and rental registration

requirements.

• Perform required inspections during construction and prior to occupancy and

coordinate inspection schedules with the Building Department Superintendent and

Administrative Coordinator as necessary.

• Coordinate with electrical, plumbing, and mechanical inspectors as required.
• Identify code violations, issue notices of noncompliance, and monitor corrective

actions.

• Participate in inspections of vacant, dilapidated, or potentially unsafe structures

and document findings.

• Assist with enforcement of property maintenance standards, rental housing

requirements, and housing-related regulations.

• Assist with occupancy and temporary occupancy reviews and provide inspection

documentation necessary for issuance of Certificates of Occupancy and Temporary

Certificates of Occupancy.

• Proactively identify, investigate, and document apparent code compliance issues,

including deteriorated structures, failing roofs, unsafe accessory structures,

damaged fencing, property maintenance deficiencies, and other conditions that

may violate applicable codes, rental housing standards, or City ordinances, and

initiate corrective action procedures as appropriate.

Coordination and Public Service

• Serve as a resource to residents, contractors, architects, engineers, developers,

and other stakeholders regarding code requirements, inspection procedures, rental

housing regulations, and City ordinances.

• Coordinate with City departments, including Housing, Public Works, Police, Fire,

and Planning staff, to support effective code administration and compliance

activities.

• Participate in the Development Review Committee process.
• Coordinate with state agencies, fire officials, and trade inspectors regarding code

compliance matters.

• Assist the Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Construction Board

of Appeals as needed.

Records and Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of inspections, complaints, investigations, code

enforcement activities, rental housing inspections, and related departmental

activities.

• Prepare correspondence, reports, notices, and documentation related to

inspections, code compliance, and enforcement activities.

• Provide monthly, annual, and special reports to City administration, boards,

commissions, and other stakeholders as requested.

Other Duties

• Assist the Director of Housing and Neighborhood Improvement with inspections

associated with rental housing and housing rehabilitation programs.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Community and Economic Development

Director or City Manager.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities

necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform

essential job functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license.
• Registration with the State of Michigan as a Building Inspector as required by the

Michigan Construction Code.

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a building inspector, code enforcement

officer, construction professional, property inspector, building department

employee, or in a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification with the State of Michigan as a Building Official.
• Familiarity with BS&A software or similar municipal permitting systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of building construction methods and inspection practices.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable building codes, zoning regulations, ordinances,

and related laws.

• Knowledge of rental housing regulations, property maintenance standards, and

municipal code enforcement practices.

• Ability to interpret and apply building codes, rental housing standards, zoning

regulations, and City ordinances.

• Ability to conduct building, occupancy, and rental housing inspections and identify

deficiencies requiring corrective action.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment, initiative, and professionalism when interacting

with contractors, property owners, City officials, and the public.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and

external stakeholders.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to

communicate with others, review documents, and conduct field inspections. The

employee frequently stands, walks, climbs, balances, stoops, kneels, crouches, and

crawls. The employee may occasionally lift and move objects of moderate weight.

Work is performed in both office and field environments. Field work may involve exposure

to moving mechanical equipment, construction sites, outdoor weather conditions,

airborne particles, vibration, and electrical hazards.

Schedule and Working Conditions

The City shall provide a vehicle for use during working hours when conducting City

business, or employee may submit mileage reimbursement if using personal vehicle. This is an at-will, hourly position. A regular work schedule will be established

upon hire; however, hours may vary to accommodate inspections, rental inspection

activities, enforcement matters, and other departmental needs. The Building Inspector

may be required to work occasional evenings, attend meetings outside normal business

hours, and respond to emergency call-outs as necessary.

Additional Information

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed

by an employee assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all

duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. The City of Lapeer reserves the right to modify or

assign additional duties as necessary to meet organizational needs.

The City of Lapeer is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay: From $45.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45