JOB
Performs skilled rental property and property maintenance inspections within the City Council approved Rental Inspection Districts in accordance with the Virginia Code and Code of the City of Hopewell. The purpose of this position is to aide in the correction of property maintenance conditions associated with residential properties that adversely affects the health, safety and welfare of the occupants and the population at large.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Administers and implements the Rental Inspection Program (Chapter 19, Article VIII) adopted by the City Council of the City of Hopewell to include, but not limited to, the following duties; initiates rental inspection walk-through, conducts inspections, conducts analysis of compliance with applicable codes, writes compliance/non-compliance letters.
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Inspects and evaluates existing structures to determine substandard conditions and or conditions that violate the building or property maintenance code.
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Meets with property owners and conducts walks-through to assess concerns regarding residential structures.
- Responds to citizen complaints pertaining to procedures of maintenance, code enforcement and interpretation of city ordinance related to housing issues.
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Issues courtesy letters, notices of non-compliance, attends court for violations of the property maintenance code and city related codes and ordinances and assists police on raids of illegal activities to examine structures for potential violations.
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Permit Technician (in the absence of the Permit Technician).
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Work Environment:
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Worker is exposed to outdoor weather conditions, extreme noise, odors, heights and/or dust.
Essential Physical Activities:
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Stooping, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception, and sitting.
DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.