Property Standards Inspector I

Salary Level: Starting: $15.05
FLSA Status: Non-exempt - Hourly

Revised By: Revised Date:

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, is responsible for securing and maintaining compliance with local codes and regulations governing unsanitary and unsightly conditions.  Employees of this classification work independently and in teams of field inspections and will make decisions requiring independent judgment within a framework of established policy.  May consult with and obtain assistance and direction from a superior.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

Inspects for and directs corrective action required to ensure general confirmation to codes and ordinances pertaining to Property Standards.

Inspects for litter, trash, refuse, debris, tall grass, weeds, brush, or underbrush, or other public nuisances throughout the City.

Prepares and maintain s necessary records, reports, and files.

Directs the preparation and submission of forms, letters, and related information.

Conducts systematic inspections throughout the City to determine where violations exist. Notifies property owners of violations and advises them of corrective action to be taken. 

Utilize computer skills to ensure smooth operations 

Perform other duties as assigned or required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities. 

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to explain, interpret, and enforce codes and regulations firmly, tactfully, and impartially.

Ability to present ideas effectively, orally and in writing.

Regular prompt attendance is an essential function to this position.

The ability to get along and promote a harmonious working environment with vendors, supervisors, citizens, and co-workers is an essential function of this position.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).Some experience in working with the public or a combination of training and/or experience that would provide adequate knowledge, abilities, and skills in the related field.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL  SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must possess a valid Louisiana Driver’s License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and outside weather conditions.  The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; risk of radiation; and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud to very loud.