Development Services Inspector – Rental Housing

City of Ann Arbor; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Ann Arbor is hiring a Development Services Inspector to inspect rental housing for code compliance. This full-time position involves working independently and managing inspection documentation and enforcement activities.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and four years of construction experience or relevant inspection experience. AACE or ICC Housing certification is required within six months of hiring.

This role offers a starting rate of $29.88 - $31.38, commensurate with experience, and involves working mainly on-site in Ann Arbor.

Qualifications

• Four years documented construction experience or two years performance of code inspections or plan review experience.
• Must complete CEUs for maintenance of licenses and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Inspects all existing rental properties for compliance with the City's housing code.
• Prepares documentation related to inspection and enforcement activities.
• Works with property owners to achieve compliance.

Skills

Construction experience

Code inspections

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

AACE or ICC Housing certification

Job description

Development Services Inspector – Rental Housing

Job Category: Planning & Development

Requisition Number: DEVEL003138

• Full-Time

Locations

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Ann Arbor City Hall
301 E Huron St
Ann Arbor, MI 48104, USA

Starting Rate: $29.88 - $31.38 (Offer will be commensurate with experience)

After hire, pay increases are dependent on length of service, advancement in the position, and other contractual factors.

Duties are performed under the direct supervision of the Building & Rental Services Manager or designee and may include the following:

• Works independently with limited supervision.
• Inspects all existing rental properties and congregate residential facilities for compliance with the City’s housing code and associated ordinances and standards. (As required by the discipline)
• Prepares documentation and manages data related to inspection and enforcement activities.
• Works with property owners and the Office of the City Attorney to achieve compliance.
• Coordinates and conducts investigations of complaints and enforcement of ordinances.
• Interprets and explains City codes and regulations.

Education, Training and Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Four (4) years documented construction experience or two (2) years performance of code inspections or (2) years plan review experience
• Must complete CEU’s for maintenance of Licenses and Certifications

Education, Training and Experience Preferred:

• Two (2) years property maintenance code experience
• Act 407 (formerly Act 54) registration

Licensing Requirements: (position requirements at entry)

• AACE or ICC Housing certification (within 6 months) & 4 years of documented construction experience (As required by discipline)

The physical ability to climb/balance: climb stairs, ladders, inclines, uneven surfaces where balance is required; drive, stoop, bend, kneel and crouch; stand and walk for extensive periods of time; reach, push, pull, lift, grasp, feel, hear, see, talk and perform repetitive motions.

The ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

The ability to safely maneuver in and around construction sites. The ability to traverse on rough, uneven terrain, as well as wet and slippery surfaces to access work areas. Work requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time. The work may occasionally require the ability to move and lift objects weighing up to 20 pounds such as files, supplies, mail and equipment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that may be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

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