New hire will be selected for one of the two positions based on qualifications.
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE INSPECTOR I / II
Development Services Department
- The Property Maintenance Inspector role in Salina, Kansas, is crucial for ensuring the safety & integrity of the community. This exciting opportunity involves inspecting properties throughout the community to ensure compliance with applicable city codes.
- The position requires proactive engagement, as inspectors respond to complaints, conduct personal site visits, & collaborate with various departments, including the Fire & Police Departments, for special inspections. This ensures that safety standards are met & maintained across the city.
- This valuable position enhances community welfare & provides a unique chance to contribute significantly to the city's development, making it an attractive career for those passionate about public safety & urban development.
Career Advancement: Property Maintenance Inspector II, Building Inspector I/II/III
On-the-Job Training:
· As part of the development services team, the new inspector is mentored by seasoned professionals who provide comprehensive guidance on code enforcement issues, site inspections, & compliance processes.
· Training encompasses a variety of technical skills, such as understanding property maintenance & zoning codes.
· Additionally, staff support the acquisition of essential certifications, equipping new inspectors with recognized credentials like ICC certification, which enhances career progression.
Property Maintenance Inspector I
Duties:
· Tours the city & notes code violations & other problems.
· Enforces such codes dealing with weeds, storage of refuse, abandoned vehicles, signs, property maintenance & other related matters.
· Issues violation notices or notifies appropriate official to do so.
· Makes follow-up inspections to determine compliance.
· Orders abatements for non-compliance.
· Prepares evidence & appears in court.
· Recommends amendments to codes & ordinances.
· Answers public inquiries.
· Maintains records, enters data & conducts database searches.
Education: High school diploma or G.E.D.
Experience: Two (2) years of experience in inspection, regulation, compliance, law enforcement or related field.
Requirements: Must possess a valid Kansas driver’s license.
Work Type: Medium, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Tools, Equipment, & Work Aids: Calculator, camera, computer, fax machine, portable radio, tablet, telephone, & vehicle.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Starting Pay DOQ:
· $20.73/hr.-21.77/hr.
· $43,093-42,282/yr.
· Additional $1.50/hour paid for hours worked after 6:00 p.m. & before 6:00 a.m.
Paid Time Off:
· 48 hours of vacation available upon hire; additional 48 hours earned during the year (96 hours in first year).
· 96 hours of sick leave during first year.
Property Maintenance Inspector II
Duties:
· Tours the city & notes code violations & other problems.
· Reviews complaints received by phone, email or self-initiated from personal site visits.
· Initiates inspection & attempts voluntary compliance or issues written violations pertaining to adopted property maintenance, building & zoning codes.
· Assists administrative staff in completion of computerized record system documentation & assists with violation notice(s) issuance upon inspections.
· Confers with appropriate individuals for follow-up inspections & determines compliance or orders abatement through city contracted personnel.
· Assists Salina Fire Department, Salina Police Department & other agencies with special inspections related to fire damage, unsafe buildings, drug sites, & other property maintenance or building code issues.
· Works with staff to ensure fire insurance proceeds are collected & dispersed, drug sites are secured & monitored.
· Completes special inspections as needed.
Education: High school diploma or G.E.D.
Experience: Two (2) years of experience as a Property Maintenance Inspector I or 4 years in law enforcement or occupations involving inspection, regulation, compliance, investigations or related fields.
Requirements: Must possess a valid Kansas driver’s license.
Work Type: Medium, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Tools, Equipment, & Work Aids: Calculator, computer, office equipment, laptop, mobile phone, tablet, tape measure, testing equipment, & vehicle.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Starting Pay DOQ:
· $21.76-22.85/hr.
· $45,247-47,528/yr.
· Additional $1.50/hour paid for hours worked after 6:00 p.m. & before 6:00 a.m.
Paid Time Off:
· 48 hours of vacation available upon hire; additional 48 hours earned during the year (96 hours in first year).
· 96 hours of sick leave during first year.
Application Deadline: Until filled
Apply: jobs.salina-ks.gov
