Housing Inspector

City of Morgantown•Morgantown, WV

About The Position

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

Requirements

Requires possession of a valid driver’s license.
Requires at least 1 year of relevant experience in at least one of the following: customer service, public sector, and/or construction.
High School Diploma or Equivalent
ICC certification as a Property Maintenance Inspector within 6 months of date of hire.
ICC certification as Residential Inspector within 12 months of hire date.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
More than one year of experience working with building codes.
2 years or more of experience working with the public in a government setting.
Current ICC IPMC and IRC certifications
Housing Inspector II- ICC IPMC, IRC, and IMC certifications

Responsibilities

Inspects rental housing units for life safety code compliance.
Identify code violations, receives and investigates 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 relates work and duties as needed or assigned by supervisor.