Code Enforcement Inspector 1

City of Chattanooga • Chattanooga, TN

1d • $19 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Incumbents in this classification are responsible for conducting on-site inspections of minimum standards for housing and commercial properties, litter, overgrowth, graffiti, illegal dumping on private property and ROW, abandoned/inoperable vehicles, garbage, bulky trash, yard trash, receptacle compliance, and removing illegal (bandit) signs. Duties include: maintaining records of inspections; issuing warrants and citations; presenting court cases; and conducting title searches. Work is performed with moderate supervision. The Code Enforcement Inspector is the first level of a four level code enforcement series.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and two years (2) of any combination of relevant education, training or experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the job will be considered. Examples of relevant experience include building construction or code enforcement or any combination of equivalent experience and education.
• Valid Driver's License
• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State and Local laws, ordinances, codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures; basic investigation techniques; caseload management principles; construction and building maintenance principles; inspection procedures; customer service principles and basic courtroom procedures and practices.
• Skill in providing customer service; conducting field inspections of properties; identifying code violations; interpreting and applying applicable laws, ordinances, codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures; using a computer and related software applications; preparing documentation for court proceedings; handling a caseload; mediating hostile situations; preparing and maintaining records and communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Nice To Haves

• ICC/AACE Property Maintenance & Housing Inspector within 12 months of employment
• Special Police Commission (unarmed) within 12 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• An Essential Worker, responsible for enforcing life safety issues (even during pandemics); inspect dangerous properties for safety violations; required to enter dilapidated structures; condemns structures; prepare documents and present cases for Demolition Hearings, City Court, Administrative Hearings, and testify in Chancery Court.
• Conducts field inspections of residential properties and neighborhoods to identify and/or ensure compliance with applicable City codes, standards, and regulations related to minimum housing standards, litter, vegetation overgrowth, illegal dumping, abandoned or inoperable vehicles, trash, recycling, brush, illegal signs and/or other applicable items; identifies violations and issues warnings, notices, and/or citations to ensure compliance; enters inspection notes and activities into applicable database; and, performs follow-up inspections to ensure violations are resolved.
• Prepares documentation of code violations, which includes: taking and downloading photographs of properties in violation of City codes; preparing case files; developing instructions regarding the preparation and processing of violation notices; and, performing other related activities.
• Issues citations and prepares files for court hearings; testifies in court for code violations and/or demolition hearings.
• Responds to requests for information or service from property owners, landlords, citizens, and/or other interested parties.
• Prepares and maintains case files and information related to code enforcement activities and operations.
• Performs research to locate title and legal documents associated with properties in violation of City codes.
• Uses, carries, and answers their cell phone for business purposes as determined by the assigned job duties and the department head.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Robust pay scales that reflect our commitment to our staff.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling where possible.
• Exceptional Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs designed for you and your family that deliver savings to you beyond your paycheck, featuring a centralized health clinic and pharmacy for all City employees.
• Growth: A focus on professional development and upward mobility within the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED