Building & Code Compliance Coordinator

City of Oakdale (MN); Oakdale (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Oakdale is seeking a motivated individual for the Building and Code Safety Division to enforce property maintenance codes and conduct inspections. Ideal candidates will have experience in code enforcement and must either possess or be able to obtain a Certified MN Building Official License within 12 months. This role is vital in ensuring community safety and compliance standards are met, contributing to the city's growth and development.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years’ experience in municipal building inspections or code enforcement.
• Training in building construction or related fields.
• Certified MN Building Official License or ability to obtain within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Enforce provisions of property codes and conduct building inspections.
• Perform inspections and maintain accurate records of code violations.
• Communicate with property owners regarding compliance and violations.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Public Service

Attention to Detail

Education

Training at vocational school

Associate’s degree in Building Inspection Technology

Job description

Oakdale is looking forward to welcoming its next team member in our Building and Code Safety Division. This is a great opportunity to use your skills and experience in a community that is in the midst of a growth and development boom.

The successful candidate will enforce provisions of the International Property Maintenance Code and related codes and ordinances of all residential and commercial properties, assist with matters relating to rental housing, illegal signage, foreclosed properties, and vacant structures. The ability to use tact and knowledge of the code to ensure safe building standards are met, code compliance is ensured, and have their Certified MN Building Official License or will obtain within 12 months of employment are also required.

We have a fantastic group working together to meet all of these goals in a creative and effective manner - using technology and teamwork to get the job done. Learn more about this limited opening and the chance to join our team.

Officers and employees of the City commit themselves to serving the community with the following operational values:

• Respect- treat all individuals with fairness, dignity, and compassion, valuing their unique perspectives and contributions
• Accountability- act as responsible stewards of community resources and take ownership of actions and outcomes
• Excellence- cultivate a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Resilience- foster asupportive environment where individuals adapt, persevere, and grow through challenges
• Integrity- uphold strong values rooted in honesty, kindness, and a culture of trust and support

POSITION SUMMARY
Enforce provisions of the International Property Maintenance Code and City of Oakdale Code of Ordinances, and all related laws, codes and ordinances pertinent to the maintenance and compliance of all residential and commercial properties. Assist with matters relating to rental housing, illegal signage, foreclosed properties, and vacant structures. Conduct residential and commercial building inspections.

JOB DUTIES OR ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Work collaboratively with other staff to provide excellent and responsive public service
• Perform nuisance and property maintenance code inspections, zoning code inspections, and rental housing inspections promptly, accurately, and in a firm but fair manner
• Identify and inform property owners, managers, or other of specific code violations
• Maintain accurate records relating to property maintenance and rental housing
• Where cooperative measures have failed, invoke administrative citations and complaint summons to ensure correction of violations
• Work with the City Planner to address zoning code violations which includes bringing into compliance through variance and conditional use permit process.
• Investigate complaints involving matters of public health, sanitation, or substandard buildings, and take appropriate action to secure correction of problems
• Keep manager advised of significant information necessary for the satisfactory completion of the department’s affairs
• Working knowledge of code enforcement principles, practices and methods as applicable to a municipal setting
• Conduct residential and commercial building inspections
• Represent the city in a courteous, responsive, and professional manner in all interactions.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Perform other duties as assigned

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the formal education, experience and training required.

Education

• Training at vocational school and related on-the-job experience in areas ofbuilding construction,architecture, code enforcement,or related field

Experience

• Three (3) years’ experience in municipal building inspections, code enforcement, housing, planning, public administration

Trainings, Certificates, and Licenses

• Certified MN Building Official License or ability to obtain within 12 months of employment
• Valid driver’s license with Minnesota driving privileges

The requirements listed below are representative of the formal education, experience and training preferred in order to exceptionally perform all of the functions of this position.

Education

• Associate’s degree in Building Inspection Technology or equivalent

Experience

• Five (5) years municipal experience in municipal building inspections, code enforcement, housing, planning, public administration
• Work as a Police Community Service Officer

Trainings, Certificates, and Licenses

• ICC Residential Building Inspector License
• ICC Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector License