Housing Inspector - City of Green Bay, WI : Job Details

Salary: $30.01 - $32.66 Hourly Location : Green Bay, WI Job Type: Full-time Job Number: 202400085 Department: Community & Economic Development Opening Date: 10/22/2024 Closing Date: Continuous General Description Are you passionate about community development and ensuring safe, quality housing? The Department of Community and Economic Development is looking for a Housing Inspector to join our collaborative, professional team! Hiring Range: $30.01-$32.66/hour Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. No residency requirement. The City of Green Bay is a leader in employee health and wellness with its Health/1265 program with a goal to engage all employees in their own health and well-being by providing insurance premiums incentives and other benefits. At the City of Green Bay we strive to foster an environment of diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We welcome LGBTQ+, women, and minority candidates to apply. Great Being Home is a homeownership program available to City of Green Bay employees, which provides eligible buyers with a $5,000 grant in addition to other assistance programs! Click here for more information. Examples of Duties

Inspects dwellings, dwelling units, rooming units, and non-dwelling structures at designated frequencies. Conducts block surveys of housing units and maintains a general overview and knowledge of housing within the assigned areas of the City.

Inspects properties for proper sanitation and maintenance with regard to the issuance or renewal of licenses for rooming houses, mobile home parks, establishments dispensing alcoholic beverages, and properties used for harboring large numbers of dogs in residential districts. Responds to complaints and environmental issues such as garbage and rubbish complaints; rodent, insect and animal problems; and all other activities as they relate to enforcement of the Green Bay Municipal Code.

Interprets codes, determines compliance, issues general repair orders and condemnation orders on old, dilapidated buildings and structures, issues citations for non-compliance with orders, and provides testimony at hearings and court appearances.

Explains the various codes, provisions and requirements to owners, tenants, contractors, other departments, and City officials. Maintains current, adequate records of all activities, time allotment and preparation of reports. Assists other inspection personnel as required.

Performs inspections, observing violations of variances from state and local codes and ordinances and issues orders for correction in areas pertaining to: zoning, signs, fences, excavations, junk cars, filling on property, water problems, floodplain, mobile home parks, parking lots, parking ordinances, waste materials, litter, etc.

Follows up on all orders to compliance, including court appearances. Makes inspections of property to licensing of trailer parks. Checks plans for setbacks and land use. Explains, consults with, and interprets various code provisions with property owners, tenants, contractors, City staff and the general public.

Prepares reports and keeps necessary records.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Associate Degree related to the construction industry preferred or any Associate Degree with a minimum of two years of experience in a code enforcement field.
• Must have the ability to obtain certification as a UDC-Construction Inspector under Wisconsin Administrative Code Chapter Comm 5 within 180 days from start date of employment.
• Must have valid driver's license and good driving record.

A combination of equivalent experience and/or education may be considered. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Good knowledge of the principles, practices and research techniques of City zoning administration. Knowledge of the current principles and practices governing environmental and sanitary conditions and the methods and techniques of inspections and sampling. Knowledge of codes and regulations governing areas of responsibility. Knowledge of construction and remodeling methods and materials
• Skill in speaking and writing effectively, including an ability to effectively communicate with individuals or groups and to explain, discuss or interpret environmental health and sanitation matters. Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records on findings and write clear, concise reports. Skill and ability to read, interpret and explain applicable blueprints. Skill and ability to read maps, including floodplain maps.
• Ability to utilize a computer and the required software. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public. Ability to work the required hours of the position.
• May be required to demonstrate minimum competency by successfully passing approved tests.

Physical Requirements Ability to perform the following activities:

• Lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, crawling and stooping.
• Ability to focus for long periods of time on projects.
• Ability to reach and climb.
• Ability to work in varied environmental conditions.

The above is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. The City of Green Bay offers an attractive benefit package, which includes:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plans
• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays