Property Maintenance & Housing Inspector (UVA Off-Grounds Student Housing Areas)

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Property Maintenance & Housing Inspector (UVA Off-Grounds Student Housing Areas)

Salary

$48,713.60 - $55,120.00 Annually

Location

Charlottesville (22902), VA

Job Type

Regular Full-Time

Job Number

240800036

Department

Neighborhood Development Services

Division

Neighborhood Development Services

Opening Date

09/26/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

Bargaining Unit

N/A

• Description

• Benefits

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General Summary

The Department of Neighborhood Development Services is seeking qualified candidates to be considered for the position of Property Maintenance & Housing Inspector who will be primarily responsible for the following City Neighborhoods to provide inspections of UVA Off – Grounds Student Housing areas: 10th & Page, Barracks Road, Fifeville, Fry's Spring, JPA, Lewis Mountain, Starr Hill, and Venable. Position performs technical work in the enforcement of the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and applicable Charlottesville City Code requirements. Responsible for the enforcement of the Virginia Maintenance Code as a Property Maintenance & Housing Inspector of existing properties and buildings; Performs related work as required. Reports to the Property Maintenance Code Official.

The preferred hiring range for this position is between $23.42 - $26.50 an Hour ($48,713.60 - $55,120.00 Annually). Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. This is a full-time, non-exempt position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.

• For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please click the 'benefits' tab on this posting, or visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits.

• The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City's Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462.

Note: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications will be evaluated on a continuous basis. Interviews will be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment with candidates who are best qualified. Applications may no longer be considered once a candidate to fill the position is identified. This job announcement will close when the position(s) have been filled and may close at any time.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform field inspections of buildings and structures.

• Makes reports and keeps records regarding inspections.

• Works with property owners to resolve complaints and code violations.

• Writes letters of code compliance or noncompliance, warrants, and notices of violations when compliance is not achieved.

• Investigate complaints of sub-standard and hazardous conditions in existing buildings and properties.

• Performs after-hours investigation of buildings where fires and structural failures have occurred as needed.

• Answers questions from citizens, contractors and builders regarding enforcement and/or future changes to the building code ordinance.

• Testifies in court on code violation cases.

• Assists in the coordination and the dissemination of information with interdepartmental or intergovernmental implications.

• Conducts minimum code inspections as required.

• Performs related tasks as required.

Education, Experience and Skills

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the building construction trades and/or building inspections OR any combination of education and experience which would confer equivalent knowledge and ability shall be deemed to satisfy this requirement.

• Possession of a valid driver's permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. (To view our driving eligibility requirements, visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/faq.aspx?qid=166 ).

• Certification per Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, (Virginia Certification Standards) within 18 months of hire.

Skills: Knowledge of building construction materials and methods, ability to detect poor workmanship, inferior materials, and hazards of fire and collapse; knowledge of Virginia building codes and related laws and ordinances; interpersonal communication skills; ability to establish satisfactory working relationships; firmness and tact in enforcing building ordinances and codes. Typical job tasks will require knowledge of building construction, housing inspections, electrical, elevators, fire protection, mechanical, plumbing, and/or property maintenance.

Physical Conditions & Additional Information

A combination of on-site inspection and standard office environment with ability to climb, crawl and access various areas within or around buildings, properties, during emergencies and in all weather conditions. The job may risk exposure to inclement weather, wet or humid conditions, uneven terrain, noise, fumes, dusts and pollen, animals/wildlife, and traffic.

The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity at all levels of the organization. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The City is dedicated to this with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.

Requests for reasonable accommodation by individuals with disabilities may be requested by contacting Human Resources at (434) 970-3490 or hr@charlottesville.gov.

The City of Charlottesville conducts job related background checks, reference checks, and pre-employment drug tests, in accordance with federal, state, and local law, of applicants who reach the final stages of the employment selection process. The City’s policy has not changed because of the decriminalization of marijuana in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Marijuana remains an illegal drug under federal law, and it continues to be a violation of the US Department of Transportation regulations and the City’s policy prohibiting employees from testing positive for marijuana.

SUMMARY OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Updated July 1, 2022

Benefits cited represent those for regular 40-hour employees and may differ for Management Level, Part-Time, and/or Library positions. Long-term temporary employees are eligible for all benefits except retirement. Interns, temporary, seasonal, substitute, and relief employees are not eligible for benefits.

1. LEAVE:

• Vacation:

• 3.09 hours accrued biweekly -- 0 - <3 years

• 3.85 hours accrued biweekly -- 3 - <5 years

• 4.62 hours accrued biweekly -- 5 - <10 years

• 5.40 hours accrued biweekly -- 10 - <15 years

• 6.16 hours accrued biweekly -- 15 - <20 years

• 6.93 hours accrued biweekly -- 20 - <25 years

• 7.70 hours accrued biweekly -- 25+ years

• Sick:

• 4.62 hours per biweekly pay period, approximately 120 hours a years, no limit on accumulation

• Holidays:

• 14 paid holidays per calendar year (13 observed and 1 floating)

2. INSURANCE:

• Aetna Medical –

• Choose from three options with different premiums and levels of coverage and coverage is effective on the first of the month following date of hire:

• HMO: $0 premium for employee only coverage

• POS 1: Employee-only premium of $36.28 per biweekly pay

• POS 2: Employee-only premium of $13.02 per biweekly pay

• (Dependent coverage is available but the cost of the premium is not subsidized.)

• Prescription Card ($10 generic, $30 lower cost name brand, $55 higher cost name brand)

• Mail Order Maintenance Prescription Drug Program ($20 generic, $60 lower cost name brand, $110 higher cost brand)

• Dental (Delta Dental)

• No cost for employee only coverage. Dependent coverage is available but the cost of the premium is not subsidized.

• Diagnosis and Preventive -- 100% of allowable charge; Basic Dental Care - 80%; Major Dental Care - 50%

• Primary -- $50 deductible, 80/20

• Prosthetic & Complex Restorative -- $50 deductible, 50/50

• $1,500 maximum annual benefit

• $1,000 Orthodontic Benefit

• MetLife Vision Plan: Optional

• Employee only coverage: $2.50 bi-weekly; Dependent coverage also available at differing rates.

• Eye health exam, dilatation, prescription and refraction of glasses covered after $10 co-pay;

• $130 allowance for frames, after co-pay, plus additional discounts where accepted.

• Life:

• Two times annual salary (paid by the City)

• Optional supplemental life available for employee, spouse, dependents (paid by employee)

• AFLAC: Optional

• Cancer/accident/short term disability/intensive care insurance (paid by employee)

• Long Term Disability

• Protection from income loss due to long-term illness or injury (paid by the City)

3. RETIREMENT: The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS. There are certain provisions that must be met and the portability request must be executed within 18 months of vesting in the City's Plan.

• Pension:

• Choose from two options:

• A Defined Benefit Pension plan pays a monthly benefit in retirement using a defined formula based on the employee's earnings history, tenure of service, and age. Our plan has a 5 year vesting period and an employee contribution of 5% of salary.

• A Defined Contribution 401a plan in which fixed contributions are paid into an individual's account by the employer, the contributions are invested, returns (positive or negative) are credited to the account, and the account balance is used to provide retirement benefits. The vesting schedule for our 401a plan is 33% after one year of service, 67% after two years of service, and 100% after three years of service. There is no required contribution from salary. (Note that: the Defined Contribution retirement plan is the only plan available for Library employees)

• Supplemental:

• Deferred Compensation (457) - employee contribution

4. OTHER BENEFITS:

• Flexible Spending Accounts:

• Health Care Expenses

• Dependent Care Expenses

• Parking/Mass Transit Expenses

• Parking Subsidy of $50 per month

• Wellness Programs:

• Gym Reimbursement Program

• Monthly On-Site Nurse and Annual Flu Shots

• Health Screenings and Fairs, Education Sessions, & Weekly Fitness Classes

• Weight Watchers at Work

• Bike Commuter Program:

• Reimbursement of up to $20 per month for reasonable bike commuting expenses

• Employee Assistance Program:

• A variety of confidential, personal professional services for you and your family available 24 hours a day.

• Tuition Reimbursement Program:

• Up to $1,500 for undergraduate OR Up to $3,000 for graduate level tuition per fiscal year per employee.

  01

  Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes

• No

  02

  Please indicate your level of education and or experience:

• At least 3 years of experience in the building construction trades and/or building inspections.

• A combination of education and experience which would equal equivalent knowledge and ability to perform the job.

• None of the above.

  03

  Please briefly describe your knowledge or work experience with building and local zoning codes. If none, please write 'none.'

  04

  Of the following, select those fields in which you have direct work experience and/or knowledge. (check ALL that apply).

• Building construction

• Building and local zoning codes

• Building, fire, or housing inspections

• Electrical trades

• Elevators

• Fire Protection

• Mechanical trades

• Plumbing

• Property maintenance

• None of above

  05

  Do you have OR are you able to obtain Certification per Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, (Virginia Certification Standards) within 18 months of hire?

• Yes; I currently possess Certification per Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, (Virginia Certification Standards)

• Yes; I can obtain this certification within 18 months, if hired

• No; I cannot obtain this certification within 18 months, if hired

  06

  This position requires driving to perform essential job duties and requires a valid driver's license. The candidate selected for this position must meet the driver eligibility requirements of the City and must provide a certified copy of their DMV driving record.

• Yes; I possess a valid driver's license and am willing to provide a certified copy of my DMV driving record.

• No; However, I am willing and able to obtain a valid driver's license and am willing to provide a certified copy of my DMV driving record.

• No; I do not have a valid driver's license, nor am I willing or able to obtain one, and/or am not willing to provide a certified copy of my DMV driving record.

  07

  To be considered, qualifying education and experience, including City of Charlottesville employment, must be clearly documented in the education, work history, and additional information sections of the employment application. Resumes can be attached but should not be used as a substitute for the required information on the application. I understand that an attached resume may not be accepted in place of a completed employment application and that my qualifications should be stated on the employment application itself.

• Yes

• No

  08

  I certify that the information above is true and correct, and I certify that it can be verified with reference to the information in my basic application. I understand that my application may be rejected if the responses to supplemental questions do not match my basic application.

• Yes

• No

  Required Question

Agency

City of Charlottesville

Address

P. O. Box 911 605 East Main Street Charlottesville, Virginia, 22902

Phone

(434) 970-3490

Website

http://www.charlottesville.gov/jobs