Code Enforcement/Building Inspector

CODE ENFORCEMENT/ BUILDING INSPECTOR

SUMMARY

The Code Enforcement/Building Inspector is responsible for the inspection and enforcement of Village codes, ordinances, and regulations as they pertain to property maintenance, land use, zoning, signage, nuisance abatement, routine and complex technical work. Inspector performs these duties for residential and commercial properties.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Director of Inspectional Services.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

· Enforces building related codes, including International Code Council (ICC) Building Code, Housing Code, Abatement of Dangerous Buildings Code, and local codes such as sprinkling, nuisance, clearing, grading, filling, and zoning, etc. Issues correction warning notices and citations, as assigned.

· Investigates complaints received regarding health, property maintenance, zoning and municipal ordinance violations; and takes appropriate action (i.e. notices, tickets, correspondence.)

· Periodically patrols or inspects an assigned area to monitor for violations of local codes.

· Performs on-site inspections of footings, foundations, framing, basic electrical, basic plumbing, basic mechanical systems, etc.

· Conducts field investigations of potential violations; gathers evidence; questions or interrogates complainants, witnesses and suspects; compares facts to code requirements; makes findings; and issues warnings, correction notices, or citations.

· Meets with owners, tenants, contractors, developers, businesses, etc., to review and explain code requirements and violations or potential violations; secures code compliance.

· Maintains records of building and inspection activity, and completes related reports. Issues certificates and permits as appropriate.

· Assists in researching problems and complaints regarding commercial and residential buildings, building construction and code compliance. Responds to complex and sensitive building issues.

· Assists in resolving complex and sensitive customer service issues, either personally, by telephone or in writing. Maintains records and documents of customer service issues and resolutions.

· Other duties as assigned.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

· Assists in administering the permitting function, including application processing, fee assessment and collection, and permit issuance.

· The ideal candidate will have a proactive philosophy toward enforcement and regulation and be responsible with a positive customer service orientation.

· This position requires a high degree of interaction with the general public, residents, and business owners in a courteous, professional manner.

· Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.

· Strong organizational skills and solid knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word and Excel are critical. Experience working with database programs related to property maintenance/building codes preferred.

· Other duties as assigned.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

· A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

· Associates degree or vocational training with emphasis on inspections or building codes is preferred.

· The position requires two to four years of experience in code enforcement or property maintenance or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

· International Code Council (ICC) Property Maintenance Inspector Certification is desirable.

· Knowledge of ICC Building and general construction codes, and a general knowledge of carpentry, cement work and zoning/ land use.

· The successful candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment physical, drug/alcohol test and background investigation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Work is performed mostly in outdoor settings, in the inspection of various land use developments, construction sites. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving or mechanical parts, and is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office and moderate to loud in the field.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $54,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $54,500