Housing Inspector- Department of Housing & Community Development
Housing Inspector- Department of Housing & Community Development
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$ 50797 - 61402
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Salary Range: $50797.00 $61402.00 Annually
Our Benefits:
The city offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical prescription drug dental vision optional life AD&D and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs support groups and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: to Know Us:
Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact both on the job and in the community while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more explore our opportunities and benefits plans. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team!
Job Summary:
A Housing Inspector inspects the exteriors interiors and adjacent grounds of vacant and occupied one and twofamily dwellings and the exteriors and adjacent grounds of commercial establishments to enforce Baltimore City Codes and Ordinances including but not limited to health housing zoning sanitation building fire and related codes. Work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities.
Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional work week and are on 24hour callback duty. Work is performed in various City neighborhoods where such conditions as the seasonal extremes of weather dogs rodents insects and deteriorating structures may be encountered. The work involves continuous standing and walking.
Minimum Qualifications:
On or before the date of filing the application each candidate must:
Education: Completion of two years at an accredited college or university.
AND
Experience: N/A.
OR
Equivalency (Notes): Have a high school diploma or GED certification and two years of experience in housing inspection work or completion of the oneyear Baltimore City Housing Inspector Apprenticeship Program.
Licenses Registrations and Certificates:
Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial drivers license or an equivalent outofstate drivers license acceptable to the Office of Risk Management and eligible to obtain and maintain a Baltimore City drivers permit. PROVISIONAL DRIVERS LICENSE ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.
NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVERS LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING.
**APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Ability to learn Baltimore City building housing health and related codes pertaining to the code requirements for unimproved lots and alleys and the interiors and exteriors of occupied and vacant houses and commercial establishments.
Ability to inspect property and determine code violations.
Ability to deal effectively with property owners tenants and the general public.
Ability to utilize the computer proprietary business software and other common business software packages to prepare clear and concise reports and to maintain appropriate records.
Background Check:
Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointments to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.
Probation:
All persons including current City employees selected for this position must complete a mandatory sixmonth/1year probation.
Eligibility:
Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.
Education Accreditation:
Applicants education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at .
Selection Process:
All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential therefore that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.
Examination Process:
Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.
The examination will consist of a rating of your education training and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
NOTE: Incumbent MUST have their own vehicle to fulfill the job functions for this position. Those eligibles who are under final consideration for appointment will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.
Financial Disclosure:
This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 77 78 and 79 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.
Your Recruiter: Maya McEachern
If you have any questions please contact Maya McEachern HR Specialist II via email at .
Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity equity and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color religion age sex ancestry creed national origin disability status genetics marital status military service sexual orientation gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.
BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Employment Type
Full-Time
