This is supervisory work in the investigation, inspection and enforcement of a minimum standards ordinance for dwelling structures.

Employees in this class are responsible for coordinating and assigning housing code inspections and enforcement. Work involves the selection and training of inspectors conducting field investigations of private and commercial dwelling structures to determine occupancy, structural and sanitary habitability. Duties require the use of considerable independent judgment and tactful communication with landlords, property managers, rental agents, attorneys and contractors. Supervision is exercised over a staff of field inspectors by assignment and review of completed work and by providing technical assistance in unusual or difficult cases. General supervision is received from an administrative superior who reviews work for thoroughness and the satisfactory completion of inspection work as assigned.

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS

Coordinates and supervises inspectors engaged in enforcing the minimum housing standards code; assists in the investigation of plumbing, mechanical, electrical, structural, ventilation, lighting, vermin protection, refuse and general sanitary conditions of dwelling units.

Assigns inspectors of various types of dwelling structures such as rooming houses, apartments, hotels, motels, mobile homes, temporary shelters and similar facilities; reviews field inspection reports and recommends methods for compliance with minimum housing code standards.

Designs and conducts comprehensive neighborhood surveys to determine housing code enforcement needs; recommends intensive inspections of blighted dwelling areas.

Prepares and assembles all reports, correspondence and legal forms necessary for housing appeal board proceedings.

Maintains activity records and submits periodic reports reflecting workload, citations issued, compliance and various enforcement statistics.

Provides factual data to other governmental agencies regarding violations of the building code, zoning ordinances, fire safety code, public health laws and state Hotel and Restaurant Commission regulations.

Evaluates performance of subordinate staff, recommends

personnel administration matters, equipment requirements and work improvement techniques.

Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGES, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Extensive knowledge of housing code inspection and enforcement in private and commercial dwelling units.

Considerable knowledge of the various building trades including construction, modification and repair methods and materials.

Considerable knowledge of the local building, zoning and fire safety codes and public health regulations pertaining to sanitary housing facilities.

Considerable knowledge of the services rendered by local public and private agencies engaged in housing and urban development activities.

Ability to plan and supervise the work of subordinates in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.

Ability to deal with the public tactfully and to provide information and assistance as requested.

Ability to estimate construction and maintenance costs and to recommend appropriate structural and mechanical repairs.

Ability to assemble and submit concise reports of field investigations and enforcement activities.

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