Property & Housing Manager

City of Jefferson•Jefferson City, MO

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Jefferson is now accepting applications for a Property & Housing Manager for our Planning and Protective Services Department. This position supervises and assists in enforcing City codes and ordinances related to property maintenance, public nuisances, zoning and living condition regulations; explains appropriate codes to property owners; serves notices of code violation; and testifies in legal proceedings. This position is distinguished from that of Building Inspector in that there is no usual responsibility for inspection of building construction or repair to existing structures.

Requirements

Ability to traverse over rough terrain; carry 25+ pounds; inspect dangerous/unpleasant condemned buildings; enter confined areas; bend, stoop, and climb; dexterity and strength to operate equipment; and work in extreme weather conditions.
Ability to interpret and work from plans, drawings and diagrams; identify and respond to community and city issues, concerns and needs; participate in the development and implementation of goals and objectives; prepare clear and concise administrative reports; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships; work on several projects/issues at once; manage projects effectively; meet firm deadlines; and have creative problem-solving skills; tactfully enforce City codes, regulations and requirements.
Ability to supervise and lead staff in a positive manner.
Requires an accredited associate’s degree in construction management or related field and four years related experience in code enforcement, law enforcement, construction or building maintenance with inspection experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Requires a valid Missouri driver's license and cell phone.
Knowledge of computers and job related software programs, including but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, and databases.
Considerable knowledge of approved materials, methods, and techniques used in construction; considerable knowledge of inspection methods related to the examination of workmanship, materials, and design; knowledge of zoning regulations; and ability to detect and enumerate housing code violations.
Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
Skill in oral and written communication, and in preparation of clear and precise administrative reports.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience is preferred.
Preferred candidate possesses four (4) International Code Council (ICC) certifications including commercial building inspector certification and property maintenance/housing inspector certification, or ability to complete certifications within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

Supervises and trains staff in accordance with City policies in the Property Maintenance/Code Enforcement Division.
Enforces property maintenance, zoning and nuisance ordinances.
Inspects existing structures for health and life safety minimum standards.
Conducts field investigations, inspects properties for violations; contacts property owners to resolve violations; issues and posts warning notices; schedules and performs follow-up activities to gain compliance.
Locates vacant and other buildings meeting the definition of "abandoned"; secures buildings with proper materials; posts property as appropriate; checks vacant buildings for transient activity, graffiti and vandalism; researches ownership.
Receives and responds to citizen complaints and reports from other agencies and departments regarding alleged violations; interviews complainants and witnesses; conducts investigations and provides recommendations for resolutions.
Corresponds with property owners regarding violations of the International Property Maintenance Code and time allowed for correction of deficient conditions.
Prepares reports of inspections made and violations found.
Maintains records of inspections and follows up on violations to assure corrections by property owners.
Assists internal and external customers, city residents and others in interpretation and application of codes.
Prepares evidence in support of legal action taken by the City.