HOUSING COMPLIANCE INSPECTOR (FULL-TIME)

The City of Santa of Santa Fe Springs Fire - Rescue Department is seeking a highly-motivated individual for the position of Housing Compliance Inspector.

PLEASE NOTE: Recruitment is scheduled to close on February 20th at 5pm. As such, interested Candidates are encouraged to apply early.

First Application Review: The week of February 17th.

Employment Type: Full-time position represented by the City of Santa Fe Springs Fire Association.

Work Schedule: The Housing Compliance Inspector is assigned a 4/10 work schedule between the hours 7:30 am - 5:30 pm.

Fire-Rescue Department: The Santa Fe Springs Department of Fire - Rescue provides a variety of emergency services to the resident community and business population in an area of approximately 9 square miles. The Department consists of three Divisions: Operations, Fire Prevention and Environmental Protection. Operations provides fire suppression, emergency medical services (EMS), hazardous materials response, and urban search and rescue (US & R). Fire Prevention provides plan check, inspections and public education. The Fire Prevention Division is also responsible for determining fire cause and investigating suspicious fires. The Environmental Protection Division is the Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA).

POSITION PURPOSE:

Under general direction, performs inspections related to residential rental property, public and private schools, hotels, motels, and residential care locations for conformance to the codes and standards contained in state and local laws and regulation; coordinates and schedules residential fire permit inspections; performs permit and program inspections that fall under the Fire Department’s authority; and prepares inspection and failure reports.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Receives supervision from the Fire Marshal.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Supervises and oversees personnel providing services for housing inspections.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepare monthly inspections schedule of rental units that meet the City Municipal Code § 150.095 Residential Rental Inspection.Develops and maintains rapport with owners/managers of rental units.Provides Housing Quality Standards information and requirements to the public at large, program participants, and owners.Inspects, monitors, and evaluates housing units to ensure housing is decent, safe, and sanitary for compliance with housing quality standards; Detects natural gas leaks, toxic gases, or other hazardous materials while conducting inspections of units.Collects and reviews data from unit inspection.Prepares computer-based reports, as requested, on all inspection activities, including but not limited to, the results of all Housing Quality Standards findings.Investigates complaints about the physical condition of units and compiles reports as necessary.Resolves procedural, operational, and/or other work-related problems such as participant/landlord disputes by acting as a mediator.Interprets, applies, and enforces federal and local codes to ensure assisted housing units meet housing quality standardsPerforms a variety of administrative functions related to the efficient and effective inspection of units.Communicates with the public, other City employees, public officials, applicants and participants, and landlords or property owners to conduct inspections related to low-income housing program units.Performs related duties as required.

REPRESENTATIVE COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required to satisfactorily perform the jobs essential duties and responsibilities.

Knowledge of:

• Housing and Urban Development program regulations and procedures.
• Housing and Urban Development’s Housing Quality Standards as they relate to all rental assistance programs.
• Local rental market areas.
• Public relations and customer service skills.
• Effective interviewing and negotiation techniques.
• Effective customer service techniques.

Ability to:

• Understand, interpret and effectively apply Housing and Urban Development Housing Quality Standards regulations and standards.
• Inspect rental units, input required computer data, and communicate Housing Quality Standards to property owners and program participants.
• Deal effectively with people of diverse ages, economic, and cultural backgrounds. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Organize, file, and record accurate records.
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with City employees and the public.
• Use computers and applicable software applications including Excel, Word, and Adobe.
• Provide effective customer service.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

The following requirements generally demonstrate possession of the minimum requisite knowledge and ability necessary to perform the duties of the position. A typical way to obtain these would be:

• 30 units from an accredited college in Business Administration, Sociology, Environmental Sciences, or a closely related field.
• One year experience in Housing and Urban Development Housing Quality Standards regulations or a closely related housing inspection program may substitute for educational requirements.
• Fluency in Spanish is desirable.
• Certification as a Fire Inspector I from the Office of the State Fire Marshal is desirable.

DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED: The following documentation must be upload and submitted with your on-line application. NOTE: To ensure proper uploading of documents to on-line application record, it is best to reduce the file size of the electronic document before uploading.Proof of certification:
Proof of Education (Degree OR Unofficial Transcripts)
Failure to provide the required documentation will result in your application being removed from further consideration.

NEPOTISM POLICY:
Relatives may be appointed regardless of the designation of full or part-time classification. Candidates with relatives employed by the City will be excluded from applying for a vacancy if one or more of the following criteria exist: 1) The appointment of a relative would place one in a supervisory capacity directly over the other 2) The appointment would create a situation in which it is conceivable personal gain for one could be obtained by the actions of the other 3) The appointment would create a situation where performance or non-performance of either would have a direct effect upon the performance of the other 4) The appointment would create a situation where the confidentiality of either could be compromised. Candidates with relatives employed by the City will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. "Relative" shall be defined as: mother, father, son, daughter, brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandchild, spouse, domestic partner, step mother, step-father, step-sister, step-brother, stepchild and step grandchild.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters in performing the essential functions of this job.

• Work is primarily performed indoors.
• Noise level is quiet to moderate.
• Occasional exposure to chemicals, fumes, gases, and odors.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Stand, walk, and bend.
• Push, pull, and reach overhead and above shoulders.
• Hear and speak both in person and on the telephone.
• See well enough to read documents and operate equipment.
• Lift and move up to 50 pounds.

HOW TO APPLY:
Applicants are required to complete and submit a city application on-line. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of the City on-line application. To apply, click on the link located at the top of this page. New users must first create an account.

METHOD OF SELECTION:
Selection may be based upon an application review, a performance examination and evaluation, and a structured interview. Appointment will be contingent upon a criminal record check and physical examination, including a drug screen.

ACCOMMODATION:
If you require special testing and/or interview accommodations due to a physical, mental, or learning disability, please call the Human Resources Office at (562) 409-7530 at least 5 days prior to the scheduled date.

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Closing Date/Time: 2/18/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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• City of Santa Fe Springs

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