Neighborhoods Inspector - Property

Description

• Location 215 S. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd,Suite 200,South Bend, IN, ,United States
• Base Pay $46,000.00 - $48,000.00 / Year
• Employee Type Full Time/Non-Exempt

Inspectors enforce city and state laws regarding property maintenance and vehicles by monitoring city neighborhoods for building, environmental, and zoning violations. They also conduct inspections of properties within the city to identify substandard structures and rental units, trash and debris, tall grass/weeds, zoning issues, and abandoned vehicles as well as other violations as assigned. Inspectors complete thorough and accurate reports to document property conditions and violations.

Inspectors may work with other city departments to resolve unsafe living conditions and/or neighborhood health and safety concerns. Inspectors proactively document hot spots, anticipate questions from the public based on complaint history, and respond to requests for information.

Inspectors with a focus on Environmental issues inspect for trash and debris, tall grass/weeds, zoning issues, abandoned vehicles, and other violations as assigned. Inspectors with a focus on Property or Rental Safety Verification Program (RSVP) inspect structures (exterior and interior) in various states of disrepair for violations of the International Property Maintenance Code and applicable statutes and ordinances.

The primary focus of this position posting is Property issues; however, workloads may shift, and the employee may be asked to assist with Environmental and/or RSVP cases if needed.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements list below are representative of the knowledge, education, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform property inspections according to city processes based on local, state, and national standards.
• Enforce City and State laws regarding property maintenance and vehicles.
• Utilize mobile applications, including iPads, to document violations and conditions, take pictures, complete inspection reports, and track citation history.
• Complete required reports and keep accurate records and files.
• Track and report problem properties.
• Regularly monitor e-mail and new inspection requests throughout the day.
• Represent the Department professionally and interact with constituents courteously and knowledgeably.
• Analyze issues and propose solutions to chronic problems.
• Communicate concerns and critical issues to co-workers and supervisors.
• Educate city residents and local business owners about code issues and violations.
• Testify at Code Enforcement Hearings and court when needed.
• Generate or edit reports and public hearing presentations using MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Attend, as scheduled by supervisor, community activities which may occur at night or on weekends.
• Maintain up to date and accurate Outlook calendar.
• Be accessible by handheld radio, phone, and email throughout the workday.
• Use safety equipment and wear uniform per departmental policy.
• Maintain clean and sanitary equipment, vehicle, and work area.
• Answer phones, assist customers, look up property information and support administrative staff as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

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• Demonstrated experience following processes to achieve goals.
• Ability to problem solve and critically think.
• Ability to accurately, and systematically, collect and track data.
• Ability to research, read and understand applicable ordinances, statutes, and codes.
• Knowledge of existing City and State laws regarding building codes, property maintenance, and…