What are the responsibilities and job description for the Zoning Inspector position at City of Mesquite?
Salary: $21.04/hr. minimum - $24.55/hr. midpoint (Depending on qualifications)
To perform a variety of tasks associated with advanced technical zoning inspection; to enforce zoning codes, regulations and ordinances.
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SUPERVISIONEDUCATION
To perform a variety of tasks associated with advanced technical zoning inspection; to enforce zoning codes, regulations and ordinances.
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SUPERVISION
- General supervision is provided by the Building Inspection Field Supervisor.
- All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct and Rules of Behavior outlined in Chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual.
- Inspect businesses for proper use and compliance with approved certificate of occupancy.
- Inspect previously occupied buildings, spaces or suites for code compliance with any Conditional Use Permit.
- Inspect existing residential and commercial structures for change of use, occupancy, or compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
- Perform random and systematic inspections for compliance with the City's sign code.
- Confer with business owners, tenants and the general public; explain and interpret requirements and restrictions of adopted codes and ordinances.
- Receive calls and answer questions about permits and code requirements; direct inquiries as necessary.
- Retrieve permit information from the computer; verify legal data including owners, tax records, and other data needed to issue permits.
- Maintain files and reports regarding inspection activities and findings on all active projects.
- Testify in court as necessary. Drive to and from destinations as assigned by Supervisor.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee maintenance of assigned vehicle.
- Investigate and resolve public complaints; determine compliance with City codes and ordinances; and recommend appropriate actions.
- Assist in training other inspectors and related staff as appropriate.
- Teach or attend a minimum of 96 hours of training annually on the legal, administrative, mentoring and technical aspects of the ICC codes.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Thirty-six (36) months experience in Building Inspection, zoning, building construction, property maintenance, health, fire, or Environmental Code.
- Thirty (30) hours of college coursework may substitute twelve (12) months required experience.
- One (1) International Code Council Certification may substitute twelve (12) months required experience.
- Any combination of college coursework or International Code Council certifications may substitute a maximum of twenty-four (24) months required experience.
- Possession of a valid driver's license.
- Must obtain International Code Council Zoning Inspector certification within one year of promotion or employment.
- Must obtain State of Texas Registered Code Enforcement Officer license within one year of promotion or employment with the City.
- Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Salary : $21 - $25