Supervisory Field Inspection Official

DC Department of Human Resources; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DC Department of Buildings in Washington, DC seeks a leader to manage and supervise field inspectors for Rental Housing and Property Maintenance, including Vacant Building. The incumbent provides leadership over program activities, ensures enforcement of Property Maintenance and Proactive Inspection standards, and responds to public and tenant complaints.

The role requires expertise on District Rent Control Laws, Housing Regulations, and related codes, with authority to interpret and apply 12 G

Qualifications

• Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
• To be creditable, one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and maintains procedures, administrative monitoring practices and controls in order to obtain smooth and effective operation of programs.
• Coordinates work activities of the program to prevent delays in required actions or to improve programs or services.
• Plans, organizes, and supervises field operations for OSCE in accordance with the mission and goals of DOB; develops new programs to support the strategic direction of the agency.

Job description

Job Summary

This position is located in the Department of Buildings (DOB), Office of Strategic Code Enforcement (OSCE), Field Team. The mission of DOB is to protect the safety of residents, businesses, and visitors and advance the development of the built environment through permitting, inspections, and code enforcement. OSCE conducts inspections of vacant and occupied property, as well as regulatory enforcement actions related to all matters under DOB authority. The incumbent is responsible for managing and supervising field inspectors for Rental Housing, Property Maintenance including Vacant Building. Incumbent provides overall leadership and direction over program activities; ensures compliance with and enforcement of the Property Maintenance and Proactive Inspection standards and responds to public and tenant complaints and informs public on housing standards, codes, division policies, procedures, and other related housing matters. Incumbent is recognized as an authority on the District's Rent Control Laws, Housing Regulations, and related codes, 12 G DCMR Property Maintenance Code, and other applicable acts and legislation. These includes but are not limited to the International Building code, International Mechanical Code, International Fire Code, International Plumbing code, International Energy code, Americans with Disabilities Act, and the International Property Maintenance code.

Job Summary

This position is located in the Department of Buildings (DOB), Office of Strategic Code Enforcement (OSCE), Field Team. The mission of DOB is to protect the safety of residents, businesses, and visitors and advance the development of the built environment through permitting, inspections, and code enforcement. OSCE conducts inspections of vacant and occupied property, as well as regulatory enforcement actions related to all matters under DOB authority. The incumbent is responsible for managing and supervising field inspectors for Rental Housing, Property Maintenance including Vacant Building. Incumbent provides overall leadership and direction over program activities; ensures compliance with and enforcement of the Property Maintenance and Proactive Inspection standards and responds to public and tenant complaints and informs public on housing standards, codes, division policies, procedures, and other related housing matters. Incumbent is recognized as an authority on the District's Rent Control Laws, Housing Regulations, and related codes, 12 G DCMR Property Maintenance Code, and other applicable acts and legislation. These includes but are not limited to the International Building code, International Mechanical Code, International Fire Code, International Plumbing code, International Energy code, Americans with Disabilities Act, and the International Property Maintenance code.

Duties And Responsibilities

Develops, implements, and maintains procedures, administrative monitoring practices and controls in order to obtain smooth and effective operation of programs; coordinates work activities of the program to prevent delays in required actions or to improve programs or services; assists in the identification, development, and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; assists in the determination of resource allocation and levels of service according to established policies; plans and writes grant applications and manages grant-funded projects.

Plans, organizes, and supervises field operations for OSCE in accordance with the mission and goals of DOB; develops new programs to support the strategic direction of the agency; advises and consults with administration/division managers; meets with appropriate staff to identify and resolve problems or conflicts; makes or recommends final decisions regarding policy, operations, and administrative procedures of the program.

Qualifications And Education

Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Incumbent must pass ICC International Property Maintenance Code Certification within one year of hiring.

Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid drivers’ license.

WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT

The work is performed in an office setting, which is adequately lighted, health and ventilated.

Other Significant Facts

• Tour of Duty: Monday - Friday 8:15AM- 4:45PM (May be subject to change)
• Pay Plan, Series and Grade: MS-1801-13
• Promotion Potential: No known promotion potential
• Duration of Appointment: Management Supervisory Service (MSS) At-Will
• MSS At-Will Statement: Positions in the Management Supervisory Service (MSS) serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.
• Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is not covered under a collective bargaining unit
• Position Designation: The position has been deemed security sensitive. Accordingly, the incumbent will be subject to pre-employment checks (criminal background checks, consumer credit check, traffic record checks, if applicable) as a condition of employment, and will be subject to periodic criminal background checks for the duration of your tenure.
• Residency Preference: When claiming residency preference, you are required, and must agree in writing, to maintain bona fide District residency for a period of seven (7) consecutive years from the effective date of employment. You will be required to present documents (proofs) to show District residency and failure to maintain bona-fide District residency for the seven-year (7-year) period will result in forfeiture of employment.
• EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non-merit factor.