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Location : MABCD Administrative Office - 271 W. 3rd St., KS
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: comb neighb inspctr - PLANNING
Department: Metropolitan Area Planning
Division: MAPD Zoning Enforcement
Opening Date: 05/30/2023
Closing Date: 6/6/2023 11:59 PM Central
Distinguishing Features of Work
This is highly skilled inspection and limited supervisory work securing compliance with municipal zoning, sign, occupational and other business licensing. The employee specializes in all of these ordinance code enforcement areas. Although difficult situations may be referred to supervisor, the employee usually works independently in the field and is solely responsible for independent decisions requiring technical discretion and judgment and is responsible for handling difficult/complex situations. A supervisor gives general instructions and guidance, and reviews work performance on an intermittent basis.
The days and hours for this position: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
Bargaining UnitService Employee's International (SEIU)
**Employees within the department of division shall be given first consideration**
Examples of Work Performed
Requirements of Work
Required Experience and Training
Seven years of experience in inspection, contract or public contact work, which includes a minimum of four years in building construction, construction contracting or inspection work, and a minimum of five years' experience in code enforcement activities. A minimum of five years in construction-related work is preferred. Must have passing score on departmental Zoning/Licensing Level I test and on departmental Housing Code Enforcement test, plus ICC Zoning Inspector Certification, plus ICC Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector Certification, plus attainment of passing score on departmental Zoning/Licensing/Sign Level II Test, plus one of the following ICC certifications: Residential Building Inspector, Residential Plumbing Inspector, Residential Mechanical Inspector or Residential Electrical Inspector. Certification as an ICC Residential Combination Inspector may substitute for two years of experience in inspection, contract or public contact work and two years' experience in code enforcement activities. An equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered. Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening. Must also pass a KBI background investigation. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.
(Last Updated 1/21/2015)
CITY OF WICHITA
FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
1. VACATION - Most employees with less than five years' employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Maximum accumulation is 30 work days.
2. HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. One is a Personal Holiday granted after the first six months to be taken at the employee's option as scheduled with the supervisor.
3. SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, it is one work day per month (no maximum). Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.
4. HEALTH INSURANCE - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kandas provides two levels of medical and prescription plans. Both medical plan are PPOs that does not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Vision benefits through Vision Service Plan. Pre-tax premium deduction is offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium, towards medical, Rx and vision premiums.
5. DENTAL INSURANCE - Two employee-paid Delta Dental plans are offered - Preferred and Traditional. DeltaPreferred requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. Traditional allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta panel. Benefits under both plans are the same. Pre-tax premium deduction is offered.
6.LIFE INSURANCE - Low-cost term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is twice annual pay (Members of SEIU and Teamsters: maximum of $150,000; all non-represented employees: maximum of $400,000). Dependent coverage is available ($4,000) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through The Standard.
7.SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE - Additional employee-paid term life insurance is available from The Standard at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. This plan is portable.
8. LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE - This employee-paid group disability plan from Lincoln Financial replaces a selected amount of pre-disability income for work- or non-work-related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.
9.VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT - This employee-paid plan from The Standard offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment in addition to that included in Basic Life.
10.RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.
11.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Employees may elect to make pre-tax deductions for dependent care and unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.
12. LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE - This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.
13.MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES
Deferred Compensation Investment Program
Emergency Leave (for immediate family death)
Training Programs
Longevity Pay
Credit Union
Employee Assistance Program
Injury Leave (on-job injury)
Direct Payroll Deposit
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I have the following years of experience in building construction, construction contracting, and/or inspection work
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I have the following experience with municipal codes, ordinances, statutes, or regulations enforcement and/or other law enforcement
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I have the following experience with reviewing or drafting construction plans and materials specifications
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Please tell us about any experience you have with working with community partners, consultants/developers, and other stakeholders regarding plans, zoning matters, and development requirements.
05
I have the following experience with municipal and/or county planning
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Briefly describe what measure you take to provide excellent customer service while still ensuring compliance with codes and regulations. If none type N/A.
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I have a valid driver's license.
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I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
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Location : MABCD Administrative Office - 271 W. 3rd St., KS
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: comb neighb inspctr - PLANNING
Department: Metropolitan Area Planning
Division: MAPD Zoning Enforcement
Opening Date: 05/30/2023
Closing Date: 6/6/2023 11:59 PM Central
Distinguishing Features of Work
This is highly skilled inspection and limited supervisory work securing compliance with municipal zoning, sign, occupational and other business licensing. The employee specializes in all of these ordinance code enforcement areas. Although difficult situations may be referred to supervisor, the employee usually works independently in the field and is solely responsible for independent decisions requiring technical discretion and judgment and is responsible for handling difficult/complex situations. A supervisor gives general instructions and guidance, and reviews work performance on an intermittent basis.
The days and hours for this position: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
Bargaining UnitService Employee's International (SEIU)
**Employees within the department of division shall be given first consideration**
Examples of Work Performed
- Inspects or oversees and coordinates the inspection of business establishments such as pawnbrokers, carnival amusement rides, dance halls, private clubs, home occupations, itinerant merchants, secondhand dealers, and clairvoyants for compliance with occupational license laws of the City.
- Investigates and inspects various locations for appropriate use and occupancy as provided in the City zoning ordinance and related special use approvals through the Planning Commission and the City Council.
- Inspects oil and gas wells, scrap processors, auto wreckers, and cereal malt beverage establishments for compliance with occupational license laws of the City.
- Inspects, monitors, enforces and/or oversees all the provisions of BZAs and CUP requirements and may attend BZA Hearings and Planning Commission meetings.
- Inspects permanent and temporary signs for conformance to appropriate codes.
- Follows up inspections for violations and secures compliance with codes and laws.
- Answers inquiries and complaints over the phone or at the counter.
- Writes reports and prepares notices of violations, citations and/or uniform criminal complaints as required.
- Employee must enforce all of the above enforcement duties and areas.
- Assists and performs some supervision of lower-level inspectors.
- These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
- Other related duties may be assigned as needed.
Requirements of Work
- Thorough knowledge of the zoning ordinance, sign ordinance, and appropriate occupational license laws.
- Ability to read and interpret code regulations.
- Ability to detect violations; confer with property owners in regard to requirements of City ordinances related to the immediate problem, and to work out a satisfactory solution to gain full compliance with codes, using firmness and tact.
- Ability to traverse uneven terrain and/or rotted or uneven floor surfaces and ascend and descend steps; and bend and stoop and/or crawl to look into or under building crawl spaces, cellars, attics and foundations.
- Ability to take inspection report notes in the field.
- Ability to operate a 35 mm camera to take pictures of violations.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other Departments, representatives of other organizations, and the public.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work occasionally in the evenings or on weekends.
- Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license.
- An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Required Experience and Training
Seven years of experience in inspection, contract or public contact work, which includes a minimum of four years in building construction, construction contracting or inspection work, and a minimum of five years' experience in code enforcement activities. A minimum of five years in construction-related work is preferred. Must have passing score on departmental Zoning/Licensing Level I test and on departmental Housing Code Enforcement test, plus ICC Zoning Inspector Certification, plus ICC Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector Certification, plus attainment of passing score on departmental Zoning/Licensing/Sign Level II Test, plus one of the following ICC certifications: Residential Building Inspector, Residential Plumbing Inspector, Residential Mechanical Inspector or Residential Electrical Inspector. Certification as an ICC Residential Combination Inspector may substitute for two years of experience in inspection, contract or public contact work and two years' experience in code enforcement activities. An equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered. Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening. Must also pass a KBI background investigation. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.
(Last Updated 1/21/2015)
CITY OF WICHITA
FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
1. VACATION - Most employees with less than five years' employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Maximum accumulation is 30 work days.
2. HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. One is a Personal Holiday granted after the first six months to be taken at the employee's option as scheduled with the supervisor.
3. SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, it is one work day per month (no maximum). Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.
4. HEALTH INSURANCE - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kandas provides two levels of medical and prescription plans. Both medical plan are PPOs that does not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Vision benefits through Vision Service Plan. Pre-tax premium deduction is offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium, towards medical, Rx and vision premiums.
5. DENTAL INSURANCE - Two employee-paid Delta Dental plans are offered - Preferred and Traditional. DeltaPreferred requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. Traditional allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta panel. Benefits under both plans are the same. Pre-tax premium deduction is offered.
6.LIFE INSURANCE - Low-cost term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is twice annual pay (Members of SEIU and Teamsters: maximum of $150,000; all non-represented employees: maximum of $400,000). Dependent coverage is available ($4,000) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through The Standard.
7.SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE - Additional employee-paid term life insurance is available from The Standard at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. This plan is portable.
8. LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE - This employee-paid group disability plan from Lincoln Financial replaces a selected amount of pre-disability income for work- or non-work-related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.
9.VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT - This employee-paid plan from The Standard offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment in addition to that included in Basic Life.
10.RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.
11.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Employees may elect to make pre-tax deductions for dependent care and unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.
12. LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE - This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.
13.MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES
Deferred Compensation Investment Program
Emergency Leave (for immediate family death)
Training Programs
Longevity Pay
Credit Union
Employee Assistance Program
Injury Leave (on-job injury)
Direct Payroll Deposit
La Petite Discounted child care center 265-1037
01
I have the following years of experience in building construction, construction contracting, and/or inspection work
- Less than 1 year experience
- 1 to 2 years of experience
- 3 to 4 years of experience
- +5 years of experience
- I do not have experience in building construction, construction contracting, and/or inspection work
02
I have the following experience with municipal codes, ordinances, statutes, or regulations enforcement and/or other law enforcement
- Less than 1 year experience
- 1 to 2 years of experience
- 3 to 4 years of experience
- +5 years of experience
- I do not have experience with municipal codes, ordinances, statutes, or regulations enforcement and/or other law enforcement
03
I have the following experience with reviewing or drafting construction plans and materials specifications
- Less than 1 year experience
- 1 to 2 years of experience
- 3 to 4 years of experience
- +5 years of experience
- I do not have experience with reviewing or drafting construction plans and materials specifications
04
Please tell us about any experience you have with working with community partners, consultants/developers, and other stakeholders regarding plans, zoning matters, and development requirements.
05
I have the following experience with municipal and/or county planning
- Less than 1 year experience
- 1 to 2 years of experience
- 3 to 4 years of experience
- +5 years of experience
- I do not have experience with municipal and/or county planning
06
Briefly describe what measure you take to provide excellent customer service while still ensuring compliance with codes and regulations. If none type N/A.
07
I have a valid driver's license.
- Yes
- No
08
I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Yes
- No
Required Question
