Inspector Housing I

Inspector Housing I

Perform inspections and investigate complaints to enforce the Housing Maintenance Code, Zoning and Nuisance Ordinances applicable to facilities, maintenance, occupancy and environment of existing dwellings, non-dwellings structures, living areas and vacant land. Work Location This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office. The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

• Investigate complaints and make routine inspections to determine compliance with the Housing Maintenance Code, Zoning and Nuisance Ordinances and other applicable laws and ordinances.
• Inspect dwellings, premises, non-dwelling structures, vacant lands, etc.
• Inspect and investigate improper / illegal dumping of refuse and other questionable materials.
• Respond to neighborhood information needs and develop public information handouts.
• Consult with owners, managers and others on violations and recommended remedial action.
• Consult with other agencies for the enforcement of applicable ordinances and regulations.
• Issue written orders for correction of violations with a date for completion.
• Issue violation tags or complaints for non-compliance, gather evidence of violation, and complete charging information for the City Attorney.
• Establish and maintain a database to track problems with statistics.
• Maintain accurate records for potential court testimony.
• Maintain daily records of work activities and provide information for monthly reports.

Working Conditions : Office and field with exposure to hazardous conditions; conducts inspections at various sites, which could involve traveling between locations and climbing stairs to access different areas.

Required Qualifications :

Resume : Please attach your resume to your completed applications. Applications without resumes may be considered incomplete.

Selection Process :

Eligible List : The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire one month after it has been established.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purposeserving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis. The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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