Housing Inspector

City Of Duluth

Job Location:

Duluth, MN - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 64186 - 78036

Posted on: 18 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Posting Information: The City of Duluth Fire Department Life Safety Division is seeking service minded candidates with excellent communication skills attention to detail and the ability to work independently to join our housing inspection team!
As a full-time Housing Inspector you will be responsible for assisting property owners managing agents and tenants through the rental license inspection process and for responding to community inquiries and concerns. Housing inspectors are the primary contact within the department for housing code enforcement needs and questions. Your work is critical in preventing discovering investigating and enforcing housing code to keep our community safe.
Duluth is a four-season city with 11000 acres of green space alongside the shores of Lake Superior located just two hours north of the Twin Cities. Voted Outside magazines Best Town in 2014 Duluth offers adventures such as hiking skiing hunting boating biking and much more. Duluth also boasts a vibrant arts culture home to art museums performance centers community and college theater productions and numerous festivals throughout the year; and competitive sports including nationally ranked collegiate teams.

Job Summary:

Assist owners and tenants through inspection consultation and enforcement in maintaining their dwellings premises non-dwelling structures and vacant lands in a safe legal and sanitary manner.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned): 1. Inspect dwellings non-dwelling structures and vacant lands for compliance with building and fire codes and sanitary and safety standards.
2. Schedule routine inspections of buildings structures and premises and conduct housing condition surveys to determine general condition and compliance with housing codes building codes and related ordinances.
3. Notify property owners of code violations and the work necessary to correct them.
4. Check on the work progress of code violation corrections.
5. Issue condemnation notices when necessary.
6. Inspect buildings when violations have been corrected.
7. Investigate follow up and respond to complaints from the public.
8. Enforce all applicable codes and ordinances.
9. Coordinate inspection activities as required by the Housing and Redevelopment Authority Board of Zoning Appeals Planning Commission and Building Appeal Board.
10. Consult with other agencies as necessary for the enforcement of applicable ordinances and regulations relating to building housing and zoning.
11. Write and process criminal and administrative citations and associated documentation.
12. Collect and organize evidence of violation and complete charge sheets for the City Attorney as appropriate.
13. Serve as a witness in court cases when required.
14. Maintain complete and accurate records of all inspections and daily records of all activities; and prepare information for monthly reports.
15. Interpret all relevant statutes codes and ordinances governing residential and commercial properties in order to inform property owners contractors building managers tenants and others of compliance regulations.
16. Assist owners contractors and others in processing and acquiring City permits.
17. Search files for zoning permit and building history information.
18. Utilize computer systems and associated software.
19. Be an effective team member by exhibiting self-motivation supporting other employees in handling tasks interacting effectively and respectfully with others showing a desire to contribute to the team effort accepting assignments willingly and completing tasks within agreed upon timelines.
20. Other duties may be assigned.
Job Requirements: Education & Experience Requirements
A. Completion of a recognized certification program in code enforcement property management property rehabilitation or one (1) year of field experience inspecting structures and dwellings; or an acceptable combination of related education and experience equaling one (1) year.
License Requirements
A. A drivers license valid in Minnesota.
B. Acquire and maintain International Property Maintenance Certification within one year of employment.
Selection Process Information: Education/Experience Review (100% of scoring process; 70pass point): Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be rated based on the type (relatedness) and extent of their education and experience as documented on their application and/or supplemental questionnaire. Applicants who pass this exam will have their names placed on an eligible list for this classification.

Non-Discrimination
The City of Duluth is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin sex marital status familial status age sexual orientation status with regard to public assistance disability genetic information veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Alternative Exam Process(does not apply to Charter Appointment provisional temporary or part-time non-union selections)
For individuals who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) alternative examination processes are available on an individual basis upon prior arrangement. Contact Human Resources at as soon as possible prior to the scheduled date of the exam. TDD services are available through .

Work Eligibility
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 the City of Duluth requires verification of identity and work eligibility at the point of hire.

Right to Appeal (does not apply to Charter Appointment provisional temporary or part-time non-union selections)
Any applicant who has been found qualified to participate in a selection process for a position in the classified service who has reason to contest the validity or fairness of any step in the selection process may appeal to the Civil Service Board within 10 calendar days of the examination. (If the examination is an Education & Experience Review the applicant must appeal within 10 calendar days of the closing date for accepting applications.) The notice of appeal shall be in writing shall contain a complete statement of the matter in controversy and the relief requested and shall be signed and dated by the appellant. The notice shall be addressed to the Civil Service Board and be delivered to the Human Resources Office. If an applicant wishes to file an appeal electronically the notice should be sent by email to .

VETERANS PREFERENCE
Does not apply to Charter Appointment provisional seasonal temporary or part-time non-union selections

To apply for Veterans Preference the applicant must attach the required documents when submitting their application.

Scan and combine all documents into one file before uploading it to the Attachments section of the application.
Submitting this information is optional but preference points cannot be awarded without it.
Points are only awarded if the applicant passes all exams and submits all required documents to Human Resources.

OPEN SELECTIONS

Veteran

Required Documents:

DD214 or DD215 (Member-4 copy) showing honorable discharge.

Disabled Veteran

Required Documents:

DD214 or DD215 (Member-4 copy) showing honorable discharge;
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (USDVA) Disability Rating Decision showing a service-connected disability rating of 10% or greater dated within the past 12 months.

Spouse of Disabled Veteran

Required Documents:

Marriage certificate;
DD214 or DD215 (Member-4 copy) showing honorable discharge;
USDVA Disability Rating Decision showing a service-connected disability rating of 10% or greater dated within the past 12 months.

Eligibility:

The applicant must currently be married to the veteran;
The veteran must meet the minimum qualifications for the position but be unable to use the preference because of a service-connected disability. The applicant must explain this in their response to the related question in the Agency Questions section of the application.

Spouse of Deceased Veteran

Required Documents:

Marriage certificate;
Death certificate;
DD214 or DD215 (Member-4 copy) showing honorable discharge;
USDVA Disability Rating Decision showing a service-connected disability rating of 10% or greater.

Eligibility:

The applicant must not have remarried;
The veteran must have died during active duty or as a result of an injury received during active duty.

PROMOTIONAL OR INTERNAL SELECTIONS

Points are only awarded to Disabled Veterans score one time on first promotional or internal only selection process after securing City employment.

Disabled Veteran

Required Documents:

DD214 or DD215 (Member-4 copy) showing honorable discharge;
USDVA Disability Rating Decision showing a service-connected disability rating of 50% or greater dated within the past 12 months.

Please refer toMinnesota Statute 197.455for additional information about Veterans Preference.

Required Experience:

Job Posting InformationThe City of Duluth Fire Department Life Safety Division is seeking service minded candidates with excellent communication skills attention to detail and the ability to work independently to join our housing inspection team!As a full-time Housing Inspector you will be responsib...

Job Posting Information: The City of Duluth Fire Department Life Safety Division is seeking service minded candidates with excellent communication skills attention to detail and the ability to work independently to join our housing inspection team!
As a full-time Housing Inspector you will be responsible for assisting property owners managing agents and tenants through the rental license inspection process and for responding to community inquiries and concerns. Housing inspectors are the primary contact within the department for housing code enforcement needs and questions. Your work is critical in preventing discovering investigating and enforcing housing code to keep our community safe.
Duluth is a four-season city with 11000 acres of green space alongside the shores of Lake Superior located just two hours north of the Twin Cities. Voted Outside magazines Best Town in 2014 Duluth offers adventures such as hiking skiing hunting boating biking and much more. Duluth also boasts a vibrant arts culture home to art museums performance centers community and college theater productions and numerous festivals throughout the year; and competitive sports including nationally ranked collegiate teams.

Job Summary:

Assist owners and tenants through inspection consultation and enforcement in maintaining their dwellings premises non-dwelling structures and vacant lands in a safe legal and sanitary manner.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned): 1. Inspect dwellings non-dwelling structures and vacant lands for compliance with building and fire codes and sanitary and safety standards.
2. Schedule routine inspections of buildings structures and premises and conduct housing condition surveys to determine general condition and compliance with housing codes building codes and related ordinances.
3. Notify property owners of code violations and the work necessary to correct them.
4. Check on the work progress of code violation corrections.
5. Issue condemnation notices when necessary.
6. Inspect buildings when violations have been corrected.
7. Investigate follow up and respond to complaints from the public.
8. Enforce all applicable codes and ordinances.
9. Coordinate inspection activities as required by the Housing and Redevelopment Authority Board of Zoning Appeals Planning Commission and Building Appeal Board.
10. Consult with other agencies as necessary for the enforcement of applicable ordinances and regulations relating to building housing and zoning.
11. Write and process criminal and administrative citations and associated documentation.
12. Collect and organize evidence of violation and complete charge sheets for the City Attorney as appropriate.
13. Serve as a witness in court cases when required.
14. Maintain complete and accurate records of all inspections and daily records of all activities; and prepare information for monthly reports.
15. Interpret all relevant statutes codes and ordinances governing residential and commercial properties in order to inform property owners contractors building managers tenants and others of compliance regulations.
16. Assist owners contractors and others in processing and acquiring City permits.
17. Search files for zoning permit and building history information.
18. Utilize computer systems and associated software.
19. Be an effective team member by exhibiting self-motivation supporting other employees in handling tasks interacting effectively and respectfully with others showing a desire to contribute to the team effort accepting assignments willingly and completing tasks within agreed upon timelines.
20. Other duties may be assigned.
Job Requirements: Education & Experience Requirements
A. Completion of a recognized certification program in code enforcement property management property rehabilitation or one (1) year of field experience inspecting structures and dwellings; or an acceptable combination of related education and experience equaling one (1) year.
License Requirements
A. A drivers license valid in Minnesota.
B. Acquire and maintain International Property Maintenance Certification within one year of employment.
Selection Process Information: Education/Experience Review (100% of scoring process; 70pass point): Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be rated based on the type (relatedness) and extent of their education and experience as documented on their application and/or supplemental questionnaire. Applicants who pass this exam will have their names placed on an eligible list for this classification.

VETERANS PREFERENCE
Does not apply to Charter Appointment provisional seasonal temporary or part-time non-union selections

To apply for Veterans Preference the applicant must attach the required documents when submitting their application.

Scan and combine all documents into one file before uploading it to the Attachments section of the application.
Submitting this information is optional but preference points cannot be awarded without it.
Points are only awarded if the applicant passes all exams and submits all required documents to Human Resources.

OPEN SELECTIONS

Veteran

Required Documents:

DD214 or DD215 (Member-4 copy) showing honorable discharge.

Disabled Veteran

Required Documents:

DD214 or DD215 (Member-4 copy) showing honorable discharge;
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (USDVA) Disability Rating Decision showing a service-connected disability rating of 10% or greater dated within the past 12 months.

Spouse of Disabled Veteran

Required Documents:

Marriage certificate;
DD214 or DD215 (Member-4 copy) showing honorable discharge;
USDVA Disability Rating Decision showing a service-connected disability rating of 10% or greater dated within the past 12 months.

Eligibility:

The applicant must currently be married to the veteran;
The veteran must meet the minimum qualifications for the position but be unable to use the preference because of a service-connected disability. The applicant must explain this in their response to the related question in the Agency Questions section of the application.

Spouse of Deceased Veteran

Required Documents:

Marriage certificate;
Death certificate;
DD214 or DD215 (Member-4 copy) showing honorable discharge;
USDVA Disability Rating Decision showing a service-connected disability rating of 10% or greater.

Eligibility:

The applicant must not have remarried;
The veteran must have died during active duty or as a result of an injury received during active duty.

PROMOTIONAL OR INTERNAL SELECTIONS

Points are only awarded to Disabled Veterans score one time on first promotional or internal only selection process after securing City employment.

Disabled Veteran

Required Documents:

DD214 or DD215 (Member-4 copy) showing honorable discharge;
USDVA Disability Rating Decision showing a service-connected disability rating of 50% or greater dated within the past 12 months.

Please refer toMinnesota Statute 197.455for additional information about Veterans Preference.

Required Experience: