Neighborhood Improvement Specialist II (Code Inspector) Full-Time

Town of Riverdale Park • Riverdale Park, MD

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, this is an intermediate position that involves inspections, community engagement, problem-solving, and enforcement of the Town's community standards. The community standards, commonly referred to as codes, apply to all residential and commercial properties, establish minimum requirements for the upkeep of properties, and technical requirements in the built environment. As part of the ONS Team, the Neighborhood Improvement Specialist II is tasked with improving neighborhood quality of life, improving safety in the built environment, and encouraging active participation in neighborhood redevelopment. Most of the time is spent in the field, having daily contact with property and business owners, tenants, community stakeholders, and neighborhood groups. The position requires managing an active caseload, negotiating improvement plans, ensuring timely follow-up, abatement of deficiencies, and encouraging neighborhood improvement participation.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree (a combination of relevant experience and education may substitute)
• At least two (2) years of demonstrated experience in community engagement, planning, code or law enforcement, licensing/permitting, familiarity with building development/construction, municipal operations, or related work
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to communicate (verbally and in written form) effectively with a diverse community and workplace; interacting with a broad range of stakeholders
• Ability to interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence, and Federal, State, and local regulations
• Ability to maintain discretion regarding files, reports, and conversations, within the provisions of the Maryland Public Information Law and other applicable State and Federal regulations
• A high degree of comprehension, memory recall, and analytic ability involving technical and complex requirements
• Ability to define problems and deal with a variety of situations to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations
• Ability to multitask and prioritize requests and projects to meet deadlines, and organize work independently
• Obtain and maintain certification as a Property Maintenance/Housing Inspector from the International Code Council within six (6) months of employment
• Maintain a valid Class D vehicle operator's license and satisfactory driving record

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or public administration

Responsibilities

• Inspections
• Community engagement
• Problem-solving
• Enforcement of the Town's community standards
• Managing an active caseload
• Negotiating improvement plans
• Ensuring timely follow-up
• Abatement of deficiencies
• Encouraging neighborhood improvement participation

Benefits

• Competitive health care benefits
• Leave package
• Excellent retirement plan options
• $2,080 per year for bilingual speaking and writing English-Spanish skills in addition to base pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level