Code Inspector I
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Salary: $29,083.60 - $39,275.60 AnnuallyLocation : Kenner, LAJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 100045RDepartment: Inspections & Code EnforcementOpening Date: 11/05/2024Closing Date: ContinuousGeneral DescriptionONE CURRENT VACANCYUnder general supervision, performs inspections of properties for compliance with zoning and related codes and ordinances. Work involves responding to complaints from the Mayor's Office, Council member offices, Director's office, Occupational License Office, and the general public; writing violations of junk vehicles, high grass, weeds, and litter on private property; completing an information sheet for the City Attorney's office for the court; checking vacant houses for open windows and doors and boards when necessary; checking on blighted homes and abandoned homes; writing court summons, issuing warning violations, and testifying in City and Parish court. Reports to the Code Inspector II. Duties of Responsibilities ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSAttends and testifies in City of Kenner and Parish Court.Completes information sheet for the City Attorney.Checks vacant houses for boarding and City houses for violations.Responds to complaints from various sources and observations; checks and verifies complaints.Removes signs from City property.Takes photographs and measurements of complaints.Checks and maintains equipment and City trucks.Receives and/or reviews various records and reports such as complaint form, vacant houses, vacant lots, junk vehicles, and plot map.Prepares and/or processes various records and reports such as complaint, vehicles, parking, fences, and houses.Refers to lots and squares, permits, legal owner, proper item number, violation codes, policy and procedure manuals, computer manuals, codes / laws / regulations, publications and reference texts, etc.Operates a vehicle and a variety of equipment and machinery such as radio, copy machine, etc.Uses a variety of tools such as camera, measure wheel, etc.; a variety of supplies such as paper, stickers, marker boards, general office supplies, etc.; and a variety of computer software such as Maps, Photos, etc.Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as Assistant Director, Director, Mayor, Council members, Department Supervisor, and the general public.Employee will be required to work an evening and/or weekend shift on a rotation basis. Hours of work will be determined at the Appointing Authority's discretion.ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONSAssists customers at the front counter as required.Performs general office work as required, including entering and retrieving computer data, typing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, maintaining files, sending and receiving faxes, answering the telephone, etc. Performs related duties as required.May be required to work during emergency situations, including, but not limited to, city-wide declared emergencies. Minimum Qualifications Requires a vocational school diploma supplemented by nine to twelve months of experience in inspection; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. This position will work a flexible schedule that will include evening and weekend hours. Must possess a valid Louisiana State Driver's License.ASSESSMENT OF TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE . . . . ... . . . . . Weighted 100% Supplemental InformationNote: The City of Kenner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kenner Civil Service Department posts current examination announcements at its office and on its online application website. Job applications may be filed only when an examination is announced. It is important that you include your entire employment history including periods of unemployment on your application, plus any relevant education and experience. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Some job postings have an application deadline; others are open on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants who are interested in jobs that are not currently open for application may complete a job interest card which may be filed with the Kenner Civil Service Office at any time. DELAY IN THE MAIL: The Kenner Civil Service Department cannot accept responsibility for failure of the applicant to receive an admission slip to an examination, or for failure of the Department to receive material mailed by the applicant. VETERANS PREFERENCE in examinations will be granted only to those persons who provide proof of military service during covered periods and who are found to be eligible. The Kenner Civil Service Department does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs or activities. Therefore, reasonable accommodations will be provided to allow access to the Department's programs and activities for individuals with disabilities unless such accommodations would result in undue hardship. Auxiliary Aids such as readers, , and large print material or other aids are provided for individuals requesting such accommodations under provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act. >>>> An attached resume will not replace a completed application.