Lead Code Enforcement Technician & Field Inspector

City of St Joseph; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 78,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

The City of St Joseph is seeking an experienced Code Enforcement Inspector to perform skilled inspections of residences, businesses, and industrial facilities to ensure compliance with municipal ordinances. You will ticket non-compliant properties and follow up to ensure corrective action, while coordinating inspections and delegating tasks to officers.

Responsibilities include investigating complaints, enforcing ordinances, preparing reports, and communicating with the public.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a standard high school or GED equivalent.
• Diploma or official transcripts REQUIRED with application.
• Minimum of five (5) years' experience in inspection related to building/construction/property maintenance or police work, with at least three (3) years in Warren Property Maintenance Division.
• Eight (8) years progressively responsible building trades work.
• Knowledge of Warren Code of Ordinance and related laws.
• Passed ICC Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector exam within six months of hire.
• Valid Michigan driver’s license and insurability.
• Pay rate: $77,718/year - $86,216/year (After 5 years).

Responsibilities

• Act as lead for code enforcement officers.
• Receive and investigate complaints regarding violations of Property Maintenance, Rental Unit and Mobile Home Ordinances.
• Notify Buildings Department of possible zoning violations.
• Investigate violations in the field and take necessary enforcement actions.
• Coordinate inspections and assign to Code Enforcement Officers.
• Review records and reports and handle necessary correspondence.
• Provide information to the public concerning Warren's ordinances.
• Place orders in QALERT and BS&A when inter-department action is needed.
• Collaborate with county/city inspectors and Police Department.

Skills

Code enforcement knowledge

Report writing

Public communication

Oral and written instructions

Investigations

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Diploma or transcripts (HR requirement)

Job description

The City of St Joseph is seeking an experienced Code Enforcement Inspector to perform skilled inspections of residences, businesses, and industrial facilities to ensure compliance with municipal ordinances. You will ticket non-compliant properties and follow up to ensure corrective action, while coordinating inspections and delegating tasks to officers.

Responsibilities include investigating complaints, enforcing ordinances, preparing reports, and communicating with the public.