CODE ENFORCEMENT INSPECTOR III

Evansville Water Sewer Utility; Evansville (IN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Evansville Building Commission – Code Enforcement Division is seeking a Rodent Specialist responsible for managing the IPM program, conducting rodent surveillance, and educating citizens. The role requires interpreting pesticide codes and advising City leaders on rodent issues.

The incumbent will maintain inspection logs, issue citations when needed, and coordinate with city departments and contractors. A valid Indiana license and five years in pest management are essential.

Qualifications

• Indiana Category 7A Pesticide Applicator License.
• Minimum five years’ experience in Pest Management.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to communicate with contractors, officials and the general public.

Responsibilities

• Manages the Integrated Pest Management Program (IPM) for Evansville.
• Conducts rodent surveillance using remote sensor monitoring.
• Provides education to citizens at meetings and events.
• Advises City leaders on rodent issues.

Skills

Pest management knowledge

Pesticide code interpretation

Public communication

Record keeping

Pest management experience

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Incumbent serves as Rodent Specialist for the Evansville Building Commission – Code Enforcement Division.

DUTIES

• Manages the Integrated Pest Management Program (IPM) for the City of Evansville.
• Conducts rodent surveillance by utilizing the latest technology in remote sensor monitoring to track rodent population size and location.
• Provides education to citizens through Neighborhood meetings, National Night Out, onsite meetings, etc.
• Advises City leaders on rodent issues.
• Provides quarterly or annual reports on rodent prevention and control actions.
• Oversees any work with local contractor during abatement.
• Interprets and enforces Federal, State, and City codes.Issues citations for non-compliance with legal standards.
• Occasionally serves as Rodent Consultant to City Fire Department, Department of Metropolitan Development, and other City and County Departments.
• Maintains daily log of inspections performed, citations issued, and final outcomes.
• Reports potentially hazardous situations to proper City authorities such as Fire Department.
• Frequently receives, prioritizes, and investigates complaints regarding rodents, following through to eliminate possible life-­t­hreatening conditions and ensure compliance with minimum safety standards.
• Performs risk management duties of the department.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND DIFFICULTY OF WORK

• Thorough knowledge of Federal, State and City pesticide codes and ability to interpret and apply relevant codes to particular situations.
• Working knowledge of and experience with the standard practices and procedures of Pesticide Management.
• Must possess Indiana Category 7A Pesticide Applicator License.
• Ability to communicate with contractors, tradesmen, State and Federal officials and the general public in a tactful and courteous manner in varied situations involving potential conflict.
• Ability to maintain accurate records of inspections and outcomes.
• Must possess a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in the Pest Management field.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.

RESPONSIBILITY

Incumbent applies knowledge of Federal, State, and City codes and the standard practices of Pest Management, using independent judgment to determine applicable legal standards and ensure compliance in particular situations. Errors in judgment are not readily detected by supervisory review and may lead to events involving substantial loss or damage to property, injury or loss of life and inconvenience to the public.

PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS

Incumbent maintains working relationships with the Building Commissioner, co-workers, property owners, City and County Departments and the general public for the purpose of coordinating assignments, receiving complaints and explaining Pest Management. Reports directly to the Code Enforcement Director.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Incumbent performs a significant amount of work at field construction sites in varying weather conditions and is exposed to the normal hazards associated with construction trades. Incumbent may be required to work some evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.

Need to fill position ASAP as it is vital to the office.