Special Enforcement Inspector 1

**THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT CITY OF MILWAUKEEEMPLOYEES ONLY**

The Special Enforcement Inspector 1 provides specializedinspection and investigative services for the enforcement of complex Buildingand Zoning Code cases often involving interdepartmental collaboration.

Inspection and Investigation

• Evaluate inspection districts and neighborhoods to identify and address problem properties in collaboration with the Milwaukee Police Department (MPD) community partners neighborhood groups and other interested parties.
• Inspect residential and commercial properties for building and zoning code compliance.
• Research property ownership and persons with a financial interest in properties to improve enforcement activities.
• Assist in identifying special compliance problems associated with specific owners and operators; determine appropriate means of gaining compliance.
• Assist with special programs such as targeted enforcement In Rem property inspections receivership essential service and neighborhood surveys.
• Conduct nuisance property inspections at the request of the City Attorneys Office or MPD.

The Special Enforcement Inspector must be willing and ableto do the following:

• Must work occasional evenings and weekends to meet departmental needs.
• Perform field work throughout Milwaukee.
• Perform interior inspections on residential and commercial properties.
• Comply with the departmental dress code.
• Climb ladders stoop and bend.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• The preplacement medical requirements for this title include:
  • Physical/lift test
  • Audiogram
  • Vision

1. Regular status as a City of Milwaukee employee having successfully completed a probationary period for a civil service position or status as a City of Milwaukee employee in a fixed-term position.
2. Bachelors degreein construction management architecture engineering real estate fire protection management environmental health or a related field from an accredited college or university.
   OR
   Associate degree in construction management architecture engineering real estate fire protection management environmental health or a related field from an accredited collegeplustwo years ofcommercial and/or residential inspection rehabilitation and/or new construction or equivalent experience.
3. International Code Council (ICC) Fire Inspector I certification at the time of appointment and throughout employment.
4. ICC Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certification at the time of appointment and throughout employment.
5. State of Wisconsin Commercial Building Inspector certification within one year of appointment as a condition of passing probation and throughout employment.
6. Valid Wisconsin drivers license and availability of a properly insured personal automobile for use on the job (mileage reimbursement provided pursuant to Section 350-183 of Milwaukee Code) at the time of appointment and throughout employment.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may alsobe considered.

NOTICE:Please do not attach your academic transcriptsto your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidateseducation as part of the background screening process prior to extending anyjob offers.

• Conversational language proficiency in Spanish or Hmong.
• Experience working with Accela Land Management System

Technical

• Knowledge of building and construction principles methods and materials including structural mechanical electrical and plumbing systems.
• Ability to read and interpret policies and procedures and technical material related to fire electrical plumbing and HVAC (heating ventilation and air conditioning) codes real estate and zoning.
• Ability to interpret and apply codes such as the Milwaukee Code of Ordinances Wisconsin Commercial Building Code International Existing Building Code International Mechanical Code National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes and ICCs occupancy classifications and code requirements pertaining to residential occupancies.
• Ability to read plans and blueprints.
• Inspection skills to assess and gauge code compliance determine habitability and eliminate fire and safety hazards.
• Ability to learn and use job-related software applications and databases laptop computers digital cameras and mobile phones.
• Ability to take on-site measurements perform mathematical calculations and record data accurately.
• Good spatial orientation and ability to read maps.

The current salary range (PAY RANGE 7HN) is$annuallyand the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residentsis$77340-$98861annually.

• Employees will receive an addition 5% when performing special assignments or leading work.

Appointment will be made in accordance with the provisionsof the salary ordinance.

THE SELECTION PROCESSwill be job-related and willconsist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of related educationexperience and accomplishments an evaluation of written communicationinterviews and/or other assessment methods. The Department of EmployeeRelations and the Department of Neighborhood Services reserve the right to callonly the most qualified candidates to proceed in the selection from the selection process will be used to make a hiring candidates will be transferred and/or promoted to the position.

INITIAL FILING DATEThe selection process willbe held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt ofapplications may be discontinued at any time after this date without priornotice. However recruitment may continue until the Citys needs have been applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the selection processat the time and place designated by the hiring authority.

NOTE:Transfer/Promotional Opportunities andPromotional Examinations are not open to Milwaukee Public Schools employees orto the public. Only current City of Milwaukee employees and civilian personnelin MFD and MPD hired through a City Service Commission process who havesuccessfully completed a probationary period for a Civil Service position orwho have status as a City of Milwaukee employee in a fixed-term position willbe considered. Individuals with exempt provisional temporary or emergencyappointments are not eligible for transfer.

• APPLICATIONSand further information may be accessed by visiting you would like assistance completing an application please contact the Department of Employee Relations at or.
• The Department of Employee Relations is in City Hall 200 E Wells St Room 706 Milwaukee WI 53202.

EEO Code 207

The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and isan equal opportunity employer.