Sign/Zone Inspector (Code Enforcement)

Position Summary

Works under general supervision of the Zoning Enforcement Senior Inspector to make inspections to enforce and/or ensure conformance to Codes of Memphis and Shelby County Code Enforcement.

Inspects the exterior and interior of existing residential structures (single and multi-family) units, commercial properties, and residential properties operating in a business capacity for compliance with codes and computerized methods to responsible party including property owners, landlords or tenants.

Pay Grade: 46

Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience in the building construction industry, code inspection or related experience; AND
• High school diploma or possess a GED.
• PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.

Duries and Responsibilities

• Performs field inspections according to inspection procedures and codes.
• Investigates and answers complaints.
• Recommends corrective actions regarding Code violations.
• Documents inspections approval or denial utilizing assigned technical equipment.
• Uses assigned technical equipment to input and retrieve information.
• Issues violation orders/notices, using various computerized methods to responsible party including property owners, landlords or tenants.
• Prepares case records and materials for attorneys to use in court hearings.
• Testifies at hearings or in court on behalf of County.
• Interprets code requirements and recommends compliance procedures.
• Maintains inspection and various reports including photograph, notes of conversations, videos, correspondence, filed reviews, and other related information into a computerized system.
• Performs research to determine property ownership.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough understanding and knowledge of applicable related codes and ordinances.
• Ability to make decisions and tactfully interact with general public.
• Ability to perform field inspections and investigations when required.
• General knowledge of computer usage and skills.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment such as copier, handheld devices, and smart phones.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written.
• Knowledge of the general permit issuance structure.

Special Requirements

• Must possess a valid Tennessee driver''s license or secure one by date of employment.
• Must have access to an operable automobile and meet County requirements for automobile insurance upon date of employment.
• Must be able to work various shifts including rotating weekends, on call weekends and or nights.

Physical Requirements

• Maybe be exposed to animals (dogs and cats), rodents, insects and deteriorating structures when conducting inspections.
• Must be able to walk long distances and stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle for an extended duration of time daily.
• Must pass a physical examination.

Disclaimer

This position is subject to a background check for any convictions that have substantial relationship to potential job duties. Only convictions that are substantially related to potential job duties will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Shelby County Resident Disclaimer

All employees hired after September 1, 1986, must be residents of Shelby County and shall continue to reside in the County as a condition of their employment. The residency requirement shall not apply to certain public safety/civil service employees. This means exemption from this policy is in effect for the following departments and positions: (1) Sheriff Deputy Patrol Officers, Deputy Jailers and Dispatchers, employed by the Sheriff Department, (2) Correction Officers employed by the Division of Corrections, (3) Firefighters, Paramedics and Dispatchers employed by the Shelby County Fire Department. The residency exemption for public safety/civil service employees does not include Appointed positions with Sheriff's Office, Division of Corrections or the Fire Department.