LEAD PROJECT INSPECTOR 1

The Lead Project Inspector 1 with the Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) provides comprehensive property inspections, creates and approves scopes of work, estimates rehabilitation costs, and ensures that rehabilitation and new construction work meets lead abatement standards and state adopted building codes for renovation and construction. Projects must also comply with City of Milwaukee Code of Ordinances, City of Milwaukee construction specifications, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations, and Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) regulations for lead abatement activities.

Project Inspection

·       Perform initial inspections with homeowners for lead abatement.

·       Perform progress inspections throughout the duration of the activity to ensure compliance with project scope, building codes, City specifications, Federal HUD regulations, and State DHS regulations. Hold meetings to clarify with contractor.

·       Refer all building code related violations for life safety to the Department of Neighborhood Services (DNS).

·       Ensure all appropriate alteration, electrical, and plumbing permits are obtained.

·       Approve change orders for required additional work.

·       Perform final code compliance inspections and grant final approval at completion of work.

·       Inspect all permitted construction and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) work.

·       Review and approve contract draw requests for lead abatement projects, including HUD HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME)-funded projects.

·       Approve final forms for HUD HOME/Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)-funded projects.

Reporting and Administrative

·       Use the Accela Land Management System (LMS) and take field notes, measurements, and photographs to create scopes of work for lead abatement activities.

·       Ensure referrals to DNS for Certificate of Code Compliance and Certificate of Occupancy approval at completion of large In Rem projects.

·       Meet with clients, including homeowners, contractors, and community groups in person or over the phone to explain MHD and DNS permitting, coordinate construction work, and provide technical support.

·       Prepare reports and correspondence relating to project activity; maintain a photo folder for each project.

·       Log inspection activity in the LMS and MHD databases.

·       Process complaints and maintain appropriate communication with complainants.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

The Lead Project Inspector 1 must be willing and able to do the following:

·       Travel throughout the City of Milwaukee to perform property inspections of City of Milwaukee homes.

·       Travel outside the City of Milwaukee, occasionally overnight, for training purposes or for participation in meetings representing the City.

·       Carry an MHD cell phone during work hours.

·       Respond to emergency or broad impact events.

·       Perform light physical work, including the ability to walk, climb, stoop, kneel, and exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally to lift and move objects.

The preemployment testing and medical requirements for this position include the following:

·       Drug Test

·       Physical

·       Audiogram

·       Vision

·       COVID-19 Vaccine Confirmation (current)

·       TB Test; annually throughout employment

·       Hepatitis B Vaccine

·       MMR Vaccine

·       Varicella Vaccine

1.    Five years of experience in residential housing inspection, rehabilitation, and/or new construction, OR

a bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or a closely-related field from an accredited college or university PLUS one year of experience in housing rehabilitation, new construction, or a comparable field.

2.    Possession of the following certifications within six months of appointment as a condition of completing probation:

·       State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) Construction Inspector Certification.

·       State of Wisconsin DHS Lead Risk Assessor Certification.

3.    Valid driver's license at time of application, throughout the selection process, and throughout employment. Availability of a properly insured automobile for use on the job at time of appointment and throughout employment. (Private Auto Allowance May Be Paid Pursuant to Section 350-183 of The Milwaukee Code.)

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.

NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’ education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any job offers.

·       Ability to provide interpretation in Spanish, Hmong, or another language.

·       Additional State of Wisconsin DSPS certifications such as UDC Electrical Inspector, UDC Plumbing Inspector, or Commercial Building Inspector.

TECHNICAL

·       Knowledge of building rehabilitation accepted practices.

·       Knowledge of accepted standards and materials used in the construction of new residential homes.

·       Knowledge of building codes pertaining to the construction of new residential homes.

·       Knowledge of carpentry codes pertaining to porches and decks.

·       Ability to apply knowledge of building codes and construction practices to examine work and materials and detect deviations from plans, codes, and standard construction processes.

·       Ability to read and understand job-related materials, regulations, and policies.

·       Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.

·       Ability to use mathematics to calculate square footage of roofs, floors, and walls.

·       Proficiency using standard computer programs such as database, word processing, and spreadsheet applications to log inspection activity and prepare reports and correspondence.

·       Ability to learn and use equipment such as smartphones, tape measures, and flashlights.

·       Situational awareness and personal safety skills.

COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE

·       Customer service skills, tact, and diplomacy to serve customers from all cultural, educational, and socioeconomic backgrounds professionally and appropriately.

·       Verbal communication skills to clearly communicate technical information to customers.

·       Written communication skills to be able to create orders accurately and compose well-crafted correspondence and documentation.

·       Interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with managers, colleagues, elected officials, other City employees, property owners, tenants, contractors, and community groups.

·       Ability to be fair, persuasive, empathetic, and calm when working with people who may be upset.

·       Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with coworkers and residents whose backgrounds may differ from one’s own.

CRITICAL THINKING, PLANNING, AND JUDGMENT

·       Analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to make independent decisions and exercise sound judgment.

·       Organizational skills and the ability to manage assignments to meet departmental deadlines.

·       Attention to detail to maintain accurate inspection records.

·       Ability to remain calm and professional and perform effectively under pressure.

·       Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment.

·       Ability to work well both independently and as a team member.

·       Ability to represent the department honestly and ethically in the performance of job duties.

·       Ability to maintain confidentiality.

·       Commitment to the prevention of disease and the promotion of healthy lifestyles.

·       Commitment to continuous learning.

The current salary range (Pay Range 7HN) is $74,365-$92,290 annually, and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $76,596-$95,058 annually. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.

BENEFITS: The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes the following:

• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Onsite Clinic Services
• Onsite Employee Assistance Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Tuition Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Commuter Value Pass

For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit https://city.milwaukee.gov/der/benefits.

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education, experience and/or responses to supplemental questions; a written or performance test, a structured interview, or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.

INITIAL FILING DATE – The selection process will be held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the needs of the City have been met. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the selection process components. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative selection process dates or times. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

·       APPLICATIONS and further information may be accessed by visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL.

·       Applications and transcripts should be submitted no later than the deadline listed above.

·       If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.

·       The Department of Employee Relations is in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

EEO Code = 207

The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.