Inspections & Zoning Manager

City of Port Washington • City Hall, WI

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Inspections & Zoning Manager administers and enforces municipal building, zoning, property maintenance, and related regulatory codes to ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality development within the community. This position manages inspection and permitting operations, supervises assigned staff and consultants, coordinates with contractors, property owners, developers, and governmental agencies, and provides technical expertise and customer service regarding building and zoning regulations.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of applicable building, zoning, property maintenance, and safety codes and ordinances.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and inspection practices.
• Ability to interpret construction plans, blueprints, specifications, and technical documents.
• Ability to effectively enforce codes and regulations with professionalism and consistency.
• Strong organizational, recordkeeping, and report-writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to handle difficult situations tactfully.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to supervise staff and coordinate multiple projects and deadlines.
• Proficiency with permitting software, record management systems, and standard office software applications.
• Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.
• Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) certifications: Commercial Building Inspector, UDC Construction Inspector, UDC HVAC Inspector, UDC Plumbing Inspector, UDC Electrical Inspector.
• Ability to obtain additional certifications as required.

Responsibilities

• Enforces applicable building, zoning, property maintenance, and related codes, including state and local regulations.
• Conducts on-site inspections of residential and municipal projects to ensure compliance with approved plans, permits, and code requirements.
• Investigates complaints and violations and issues correction notices, stop work orders, citations, and other enforcement actions as needed.
• Reviews construction and development activities for zoning and permit compliance.
• Coordinates with contracted plumbing and electrical commercial inspectors and collaborates with the Engineering Department to verify permit requirements, infrastructure impacts, utility connections, stormwater management, and compliance with municipal standards.
• Reviews and issues building, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, occupancy, and related permits; calculates and collects applicable fees; and maintains accurate records of permits, inspections, enforcement activities, blueprints, and “as-built” plans.
• Prepares inspection reports, correspondence, notices, and other documentation related to code compliance and municipal projects.
• Conducts property maintenance and nuisance inspections and coordinates compliance efforts with property owners, contractors, businesses, and residents.
• Responds to inquiries and resolves issues related to inspections, zoning, permits, and code enforcement; provides technical guidance on applicable regulations and procedures; communicates effectively with the public, staff, officials, and outside agencies; and maintains records of concerns, complaints, and resolutions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed