Village of Bensenville, IL – Code Compliance Inspector

Job Title: Code Compliance Inspector I                                                               Department: Community & Economic Development (CED)

Reports to:  Deputy Director of CED                                                                    Effective Date: February 2024

Union: AFSCME                                                                                                          Salary: AFSCME Pay Grade 5

JOB SUMMARY

This position focuses on commercial and general property maintenance inspections, including new construction, additions and alternations of commercial, industrial and mixed-use buildings and structures; compliance with applicable building codes and permits and the performance of other related technical duties. The Code Compliance Inspector reports to the Deputy Director of Community & Economic Development (CED).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of inspection and research principles and practices sufficient to be able to conduct thorough and comprehensive inspections relative to the specific field.
• Strong organizational skills and solid knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word and Excel are critical. Experience working with database programs related to property maintenance/building codes preferred.
• Must be able to read and understand a variety of construction plans and blueprints.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to develop positive intergovernmental and private sector relationships.
• Strong sense of professionalism to represent the Village when addressing complaints and difficult customers.

JOB DUTIES/KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Enforces building related codes, including International Code Council (ICC) Building Code, and local codes & ordinances such as nuisance, clearing, grading, filling, and zoning, etc. Issues correction warning notices and citations, as assigned.
• Conducts field inspections to determine business license compliance with the Village ordinance pertaining to the issuance of existing business licenses.
• Perform on-site inspections of residential, commercial, industrial and mixed-use buildings and structures during various stages of construction; ensure compliance with applicable codes; perform follow-up inspections as necessary.
• Assists in researching problems and complaints regarding commercial and residential buildings, building construction and code compliance. Responds to complex and sensitive building issues.
• Assists in resolving complex and sensitive customer service issues, either personally, by telephone or in writing. Maintains records and documents of customer service issues and resolutions.
• Responds to alleged violations; interview complainant and witnesses; document activities; issue letters or notices to comply on violations; maintain records of history of facts for possible legal action.
• Assist the appropriate Village offices with hearings to resolve code enforcement problems; prepare case reports for adjudication or administrative proceedings; testify in adjudication and at administrative proceedings as necessary.
• Performs general clerical duties as required, including typing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, entering computer data, processing mail, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

SOFTWARE PROFICIENCIES:

Microsoft Office Suite, experience with MUNIS and/or Cartegraph preferred

EDUCATION /EXPERIENCE /CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR LICENSCING

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associates degree or vocational training with emphasis on inspections or building codes is preferred.
• International Code Council (ICC) Property Maintenance Inspector Certification is required, or the ability to obtain certification within the first year of employment.
• The successful candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment physical, drug/alcohol test and background investigation.
  Basic computer functions, techniques, and software applications for recording, scheduling and documenting inspection activities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Some positions may involve frequent bending, moving, lifting, and carrying material weighing up to 50 pounds; some positions may involve moving, lifting, and carrying material weighing up to 70 pounds; standing up to eight hours each day; working in all weather conditions; exposure to high noise levels and require wearing hearing protection.

SALARY:

This position is classified as a Pay Grade 5 on the AFSCME union schedule. Hiring range for this role is $55,677.23 (5A) to $57,662.59 (5B) annual salary per the AFSCME 2022-2025 collective bargaining agreement. Salary dependent on qualifications.

BENEFITS:

The Village of Bensenville has a competitive benefit package which includes: a Section 125 plan including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, a retirement plan through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and more.

For more information, contact:

Human Resources- Village of Bensenville
vobjobs@bensenville.il.us