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Inspector Housing IICity of Minneapolis • Minneapolis, MN, United States
Inspector Housing II

Inspector Housing II

City of Minneapolis • Minneapolis, MN, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Position Description

  • This is restricted to Current City

of Minneapolis Employees

Perform inspections in unusual or controversial cases to ensure compliance with City Ordinances, including rental dwelling license ordinance and issue orders to correct any deficiencies.

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

  • Respond to complaints and inspect assigned buildings and premises for compliance with the Housing Maintenance Code and related Ordinances.
  • Make thorough inspections of buildings referred as having serious structural, housing or mechanical defects and follow-up on violation orders to correct deficiencies noted, both interior and exterior of all applicable City codes.
  • Re-inspect buildings on which orders have been issued working with owners in an advisory capacity to assist as needed to remedy violations and bring building into compliance.
  • Recommend issuance or suspension, revocation or denial of the rental dwelling license.
  • Issue violation tags and compile necessary information for formal complaints, appeals and court hearings as required.
  • Appear at hearings, appeal boards, neighborhood groups, Council meetings, etc. as required or requested on inspection related matters.
  • Cooperate with Hazardous Building section to develop history leading to demolition of structures deemed to be hazardous and / or a public nuisance.
  • Work with other departments and agencies to assist in assessing their services for owners of rental property.
  • Present the department's position on orders appealed to the Housing Board of Appeals.
  • Act as a liaison between Inspections teams, Council Members and the media presenting information about housing activities and programs.
  • Assist in training and recommend ordinance revisions.
  • 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

    Minimum Education

    Associate's degree in a related field or equivalent.

    Minimum Experience

    Two years of experience in Housing Inspection, Building Inspection or Zoning Code Administration.

    Licenses / Certifications

    Valid Driver's License; ICC Housing and Property Maintenance Inspector Certification or Equivalent

    Equivalency

    An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position may be considered.

    Resume

    Please attached your resume to your completed applications. Applications without resumes may be considered incomplete.

    Selection Process

    The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps : a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

    Interview Selection : The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

    Background Check : The City has determined that a criminal background check and / or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and / or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

    Drug and Alcohol Testing : All job applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be required to sign a notification and consent form prior to undergoing drug and alcohol testing. Applicants who do not consent to undergo drug and alcohol testing will not be required to do so and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer, resulting in the job applicant no longer being considered for the position.

    Union Representation : This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit : https : / / www.minneapolismn.gov / government / departments / hr / labor-agreements / afscme-general /

    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

  • Thorough knowledge of Housing Maintenance Codes; Rental Dwelling Licensing Ordinances and building, electrical, plumbing, heating, fire and zoning codes and ordinances.
  • Considerable knowledge of MPHA / MCDA, State, private and other funding alternatives available to property owners for rehabilitation of substandard housing.
  • Ability to enforce codes and ordinances firmly, tactfully and impartially in a courteous and non-judgmental manner.
  • Working knowledge of computer operations, software and applications.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse population in a professional and courteous manner.
  • Bilingual skills in Hmong, Somali, Vietnamese, or Spanish desirable.
  • Good oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to establish effective relationships with persons of diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
  • 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 purpose-serving 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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