Rental Housing Inspector

Candidates must have a high school diploma, a valid Michigan Driver's license and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Specialized experience and training in code enforcement in a municipal environment is preferred. Excellent organizational and communication skills are also required. Individuals must be self-motivated and able to work well with the public. Typical responsibilities include:

• Perform physical inspections of rental housing units
• Enforce city housing, property maintenance, rental and vacant property registration ordinances
• Interact with residents, property owners, and business owners to investigate complaints and ensure compliance with all city ordinances
• Issue citations as needed
• Participate in court hearings as needed
• Assist supervisor as needed
• Maintain excellent client relations
• Maintain a safe working environment
  
  In addition, all inspectors providing such Rental Inspection services for the firm must possess the following qualifications and submit evidence of qualifications with Qualifications Proposal:
  • A minimum of five (5) years in governmental property maintenance code enforcement; or
  • A minimum of five (5) years of experience in residential, or rental housing inspections;
    
    And one or more of the following certifications:
    • Uniform Physical Condition Standards (UPCS) Inspections
    • International Code Council - Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector
    • National Association of Home Inspectors
    • American Society of Home Inspectors