Building/ Code Enforcement Inspector

Job Description

DEFINITION: 

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Planning, the incumbent is responsible for enforcement of the building code, property maintenance code, and other applicable city code requirements under the purview of the Planning Department. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB TASKS: (Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions) 

1. Accepts permit applications, checks for accuracy and completeness, calculates and collects fees, issues receipts, and enters the application into the permit tracking system.
2. Reviews fence, shed, and other minor building permits.
3. Issues building permits and coordinates inspections.
4. Inspects building construction, alterations, repairs and demolitions; ensures compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.
5. Enforces various property maintenance, trash, high grass and weeds, junk cars and cites violators for deficiencies in order to ensure the health, safety & welfare of the citizens. When resulting litigations occur, the incumbent will provide needed documentation up to and including court appearances as required.
6. Investigates complaints, disturbances, or violations applicable to Property Maintenance Codes
7. Provides mediation to individuals involved in disputes.
8. Completes routine canvassing of properties for violations.
9. Provides written notifications of violations to property owners.
10. Issue citations for non-compliance with applicable codes.
11. Performs other duties as assigned. 

OTHER RELATED FACTORS: 
1.  Must possess a valid driver’s license. 
2.  Much of the work is completed outside, exposing the employee to all kinds of weather and construction site conditions, which can include fumes, airborne particles, dirt, and noise 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

1.  Ability to walk, climb, bend, and the ability to stand for long periods of time.
2.  Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
3.  Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
4.  Ability to communicate effectively with the public. 
5.  Ability to foster effective relationships within and outside the Department. 
6.  Ability to work independently and as a member of a team. 
7.  Working knowledge of personal computers and related word processing and spreadsheet applications. 
8.  Ability to review blueprints and building plans.
9.  Must have the ability to interpret and effectively enforce the Building and Property Maintenance Codes. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

1.  Possession of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
2.  Two years of experience related to building inspections or property maintenance enforcement.
3.  Possession of the following certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months:
               -ICC Building Inspector – B1 

Company Description

Havre de Grace is a city in Harford County, Maryland, situated at the mouth of the Susquehanna River and the head of the Chesapeake Bay. Havre de Grace's location makes it popular for recreation and tourism, and the City was honored as one of America's 20 best small towns to visit in 2014 by Smithsonian magazine.

The City of Havre de Grace, Maryland, is always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, then we encourage you to continue with this applicant friendly, online application!

The City of Havre de Grace, Maryland, is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Benefits

• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Company-paid Short and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Personal time
• Sick Time
• Vacation time
• Vision Insurance
• Voluntary life, AD&D, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance