Housing Inspector Senior- Department of Housing & Community Development

Job Summary

A Housing Inspector Senior inspects the interior and exterior of vacant and occupied single, two-family, multiple family dwellings and other large buildings to enforce Baltimore City Codes and Ordinances including but not limited to health, housing, zoning, sanitation, building, fire and related codes.

Work of this class has no supervisory responsibilities. Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional work week and are on 24-hour callback duty. Work is performed in various city neighborhoods where such conditions as the seasonal extremes of weather, rodents, insects and deteriorating structures may be encountered. The work involves continual standing and walking.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Completion of two years at an accredited college or university. AND Experience: Have two years of experience in housing inspection work.
  • OR Equivalency Notes: Have a high school diploma or GED certification from an accredited institution and four years’ experience in housing inspection work or completion of the one-year Baltimore City Housing Inspector Apprenticeship Program and two years of experience in housing inspector work.
• Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates: Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit. Certification as a Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector by the International Code Council (ICC) is required. Revocation or failure to maintain the Certification as a Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector are grounds for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of the residential maintenance, sanitation and occupancy requirements specified in the Baltimore City Codes and Ordinances including but not limited to health, housing, zoning, sanitation, building, fire and related Codes as they apply to multiple family dwellings, hotels and domiciliary care facilities.
• Skill in inspecting property and determining code violations.
• Ability to deal effectively with property owners, property managers, tenants and the public.
• Ability to utilize the computer, proprietary business software and other common business software packages to prepare clear and concise reports and to maintain appropriate records.
• Ability to assign and review the work of housing inspection personnel.
• Ability to use voltage meter, digital camera and other related test equipment and devices.
• Ability to train personnel in housing inspection techniques.

Background Check

Background Check Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointments to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.

Probation

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.

Eligibility

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months.

Selection Process

All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application.

Examination Process

Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position.

Financial Disclosure

This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.

Contact Information

Your Recruiter: Maya McEachern
Baltimore City Government
If you have any questions, please contact Maya McEachern HR Specialist II via email at Maya.mceachern@baltimorecity.gov.

EEO Statement

The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.