Code Enforcement Official

Office of Public Response; Detroit, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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 프로그램

reimbursement for professional/licens(

Job summary

McKenna is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer/Rental Inspector in Detroit to enforce building codes and conduct rental housing inspections. You will interpret codes in the field, provide code-compliant solutions, and communicate with staff, the public, and contractors to ensure compliance.

The role emphasizes collaboration with inspectors, plan reviewers, and administrative staff, plus strong written and verbal communication, time management, and sound judgment in a field-driven environment.

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

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.