Property caretaker Jobs in Montgomery, AL

Salary Information

Compensation plans are based on a multi-step progression system. The pay range reflects the entry level and maximum salary potential in the assigned pay grade.

• A starting salary may be negotiated and will be commensurate with education, training and experience in alignment with pay administration policies and Montgomery Personnel Board Rules & Regulations

Nature of Work

The fundamental reasonthis classification exists is inspect residential and commercial structures andlots for compliance with, International Property Maintenance Code, ordinancesand related regulations and requirements. Employees in this class performspecialized work functions associated with enforcing International PropertyMaintenance Codes and City of Montgomery codes and ordinances pertaining todeteriorated, dilapidated, and unsanitary conditions, the accumulation oflitter, junk, trash, stagnant water and abandoned vehicles on residential lotshazardous to the public’s health and safety. Although employees receive assistanceon new or difficult inspections, most field work is performed independently andrequires technical discretion and judgment in inspecting a variety of projects.The work responsibilities include performing interior / exterior inspections;inspecting properties such as lots and other parcels of land within the Citylimits for compliance with City codes, ordinances, and council resolutions;coordinating abatement of weeds and nuisance on vacant lots and other premises;accepting additional assignments and performs additional duties as required.The work is subject to periodic inspection and review by the Chief PropertyMaintenance Inspector.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or G.E. D. Five (5) years’ experience in theconstruction, renovation, maintenance, or inspection of residential orcommercial buildings including one (1) year of experience in a leadershipcapacity. NOTE : Qualifying education, training and experiencethat provide the requisite knowledge, skills, andabilities to perform the job will be considered.

Special Requirements

Must be willing to workoutdoors in all type of weather and be exposed to insect, rodents, unfriendlypets and poisonous vegetation. Mustobtain ICC Property Maintenance Inspector certification within one (1) year ofemployment with the City of Montgomery Inspections Department. Must possess and maintain a valid driver'slicense as needed to operate city vehicles.

Kind of Examination

Applications are being accepted to fill two (2) vacancies and any vacancies that may occur during the life of the register. The current vacancy is with the  City of Montgomery Inspections Department . Applicants will be screened and qualified based upon education and experience as shown on the application. For this reason, applicants are urged to fill in the application completely providing detailed information concerning the kinds of jobs they have held, the dates they held them, where and exactly what their duties were. If more than five qualified applications are received, a selection procedure will be administered to rank applicants on the register. Tied scores will not be broken. If there are five or less qualified applicants, they will be considered equally qualified and placed on the register in alphabetical order. Complete an online application by visiting Montgomery Personnel Board's Online Employment Center. Paper applications are no longer accepted. Completed applications will be accepted online until 11 : 59 p.m. on the closing date. If there is no closing date, the announcement may be closed at any time without prior notice.

Additional Information

BENEFITS : Employees are offered a competitive benefits package which includes health, dental, and life insurance, paid annual and sick leave, paid holidays, and a retirement program.

DRUG TEST :  Employment may be conditional upon the potential employee passing a pre-employment drug test. (The drug test may require the submission of a sample of hair, finger nails, and / or urine that will verify illegal drug use).

BACKGROUND CHECK :  Employment may be conditional upon the potential employee passing a background check. (Candidates will be asked to provide consent prior to the administration of background checks.)

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY : Discrimination against any person in recruitment, examination, appointment, training, promotion, retention, discipline, or any other aspect of personnel administration because of political or religious opinions or affiliations or because of race, national origin, or any other non merit factors is prohibited. Discrimination on the basis of age, sex, or physical disability is prohibited except where specific age, sex, or physical requirements constitute a bona fide occupational qualification necessary to proper and efficient administration.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATION : Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is the responsibility of the applicant with a disability to request accommodation which he / she requires in order to participate in the application or examination process. The Montgomery Personnel Board reserves the right to require documentation of the need for accommodation under the ADA. In order to request accommodation in the application or testing process, contact the Personnel Director at (334) 625-2675.

I9 : Prior to your employment, you will be required to provide to your employer documentation of your identity and employment eligibility in order to comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.