Code Enforcement Official

Construction Association of Michigan; Detroit, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-Term disability

Long-Term disability

FSA

HSA

401(k) profit sharing

Job summary

McKenna is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer/Rental Inspector to join our team in Michigan. The role focuses on enforcing local codes and performing rental housing inspections, with coordination across inspectors and plan reviewers.

Candidates should have strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to work with diverse stakeholders and a commitment to professional standards.

Qualifications

• Understand local building codes and current construction procedures/technology.
• Interpret codes in the field and provide code-compliant solutions.
• Perform Rental Housing inspections in accordance with municipal ordinances and regulations.
• Report violations and maintain files/records.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective time management, organization and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Understand local building codes and current construction procedure/technology
• Interpret codes in the field and provide code-compliant solutions
• Perform Rental Housing inspections in accordance with municipal ordinances and regulations
• Report violations and maintain files/records
• Work on harmonious teams with other inspectors, plan reviewers, and administrative staff
• Ability to positively interact with staff, the public, contractors and governmental entities

Skills

Code enforcement

Rental inspections

Building codes

Communication skills

Tools

BS&A software

Job description

Code Enforcement Officer/Rental Inspector

MCKENNA

McKenna's dedicated planning, design and building professionals are in the business of making hometowns home. For over 40 years, we have partnered with municipal leaders to develop and maintain communities for real life. McKenna's services include master planning, economic development, zoning, public engagement, urban design, building department staffing, plan review, code inspection and code enforcement.

POSITION SUMMARY

McKenna team members, including Code Enforcement Officer/Rental Inspectors, inspire those around them by displaying their positive individual approaches to solving difficult problems. Our Code Enforcement Officer/Rental Inspectors effectively communicate expectations to McKenna team-members with whom they collaborate, as well as outside partners on our multi-firm efforts.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understand local building codes and current construction procedure/technology


• Interpret codes in the field and provide code-compliant solutions


• Perform Rental Housing inspections in accordance with municipal ordinances and regulations


• Report violations and maintain files/records


• Work on harmonious teams with other inspectors, plan reviewers, and administrative staff


• Ability to positively interact with the other staff members, the general public, contractors, governmental entities, and other clientele


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Effective time management, organization, and attention to detail skills


• Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

• Ability to effectively collaborate with clients (under supervision) and other McKenna professionals


• Capability to multi-task, set priorities, and work under pressure


• Knowledge of local building codes and current construction procedures/technology


• Interpretation of codes in the field and ability to provide code compliant solutions


• Must possess the ability to positively interact with staff members, the general public, contractors, governmental entities, and other clientele

BENEFITS

• Health (3 plan options)


• Dental


• Vision


• Life insurance


• Short-Term disability


• Long-Term disability


• FSA


• HSA
  
• 401(k) profit sharing contributions


• PTO


• holidays


• employee recognition and referral programs


• reimbursement for professional licensing and conference attendance

Competitive compensation offered based on experience.

McKenna strives to create a dignified and diverse work environment where all team members can thrive. Candidates with non-traditional backgrounds and transferable experience are encouraged to apply.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to use BS&A software a plus or ability to learn the software


• Possess a valid State of Michigan driver’s license


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Effective time management, organization, and attention to detail skills


• Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment


• Ability to respectfully function as a productive and enthusiastic member of a team, under direction of McKenna’s Leadership Team, Project Directors, and Project Managers


• Prior experience in code enforcement or rental inspections is preferred, but not required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This is a field-based position involving frequent local, in-state travel (no overnights). The role requires standing, walking, kneeling, climbing, working in confined spaces, and working in various weather conditions. Excellent manual dexterity is required to operate hand tools and other equipment. Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.