Property Maintenance Inspector

Department: Code Enforcement Division of Development Services

Employment Status: Permanent Full Time Non-Exempt

Schedule: Monday – Thursday 7:00am to 5:30pm

Compensation: Grade 5; Starting range at $19.20/hour

POSITION SUMMARY
Works under the supervision of the Chief Building Official. Responsible for code compliance of exterior property issues. Includes high weeds/grass, abandoned vehicles, sidewalks, and external property maintenance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - KNOWLEDGE – SKILLS - ABILITIES

• Identify code violations, receives and investigate complaints regarding high weeds/grass, garbage, abandoned vehicles, sidewalks, and external property maintenance.
• Coordinates investigations with other City departments including Police, Fire, Public Works, etc.
• Works with property owners to resolve exterior complaints and code violations.
• Compose letters of noncompliance, search warrants, notice of violations, and citations.
• Maintain electronic and hard copy files of all complaint and investigation cases.
• Stays up to date on changes and new developments which affect various codes.
• Promotes an image of professional, courteous service as a representative of the City of Morgantown.
• Serve as an expert witness in court.
• Performs related work and duties as needed or assigned by supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.
• General knowledge or map reading.
• Software experience. (Microsoft office programs)
• Skill to prioritize and multitask.
• Capability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to handle dissatisfied customers in person, by telephone or email.
• Ability to interpret codes, write detailed reports, and maintain accurate records.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Office environment.
• Handling disgruntled citizens.
• Repeated bending, crouching and stooping.
• Requires the physical ability to lift or carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

USE OF TECHNOLOGY & EQUIPMENT

• Position has daily use of computers for data entry and use of the telephone, radios, fax machine, copier, etc.
• Code manuals.
• Test equipment, cameras and tape measures.
• City issued vehicle.

CONTACT & SUPERVISION

• Position involves frequent internal and external contacts which require public relations skills in handling complaints. Contacts involve non-routine problems and require in-depth discussion and/or persuasion in order to resolve the problem. Handles more difficult contacts that are referred by front line employees.
• Reports to the Chief Building Official.
• This position is not responsible for the supervision of other employees.

The City of Morgantown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education:
• High school degree or equivalent (GED).
Certification/License:
• Valid Driver’s License
• ICC certification as a Property Maintenance Inspector within six (6) months of date of hire.
Experience:
• One year of relevant experience is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Extensive technical or specialized training acquired by an associate degree or 2 years of technical or business school.
• Current ICC IPMC certification.
• Previous customer service experience and working with the public.