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MUNICIPALITY OF BETHEL PARK Part-Time Code Enforcement/Building Inspector in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania
Under the supervision of the Code Enforcement Officer, performs a variety of duties in support of the Municipality's local building inspection and code enforcement/property maintenance program; monitors a variety of applicable ordinances, codes, and regulations related to zoning, land use, health and safety, blight, and other matters of public concern.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Planning and participating in various building inspection and code enforcement activities; preparing and maintaining appropriate records and files
- Conducting field investigations to inspect property for code violations, preparing notices and citations
- Attend court hearings for ordinance violations
- Prepare weekly reports regarding violation status
- Schedule and perform all follow-up functions to gain compliance for ordinance violations, including letters, inspections, calls, meetings, discussions, and negotiations
- Maintaining electronic and hard copy files of all inspection reports, photographs, and relevant documentation for use in weekly reports and court appearances
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees and the public; communicating effectively orally and in writing
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of zoning code enforcement
- Knowledge of building, construction, engineering and structural engineering principles and practices
- Knowledge of minimum housing, signs, fire codes and related regulations
- Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with other employees, government officials, and the general public
- Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form, firmness and tact in enforcing codes and ordinances
- Ability to work up to 20 hours per week
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by course work in building and code inspection, engineering, city planning, architecture or related field
- Customer service experience
- Possession of a driver's license valid in the State of Pennsylvania