Principal Environmental Control Inspector (Building Safety Engineering Environmental Dept) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/detroit/jobs/newprint/4815958) Apply  Principal Environmental Control Inspector (Building Safety Engineering Environmental Dept) Salary $51,684.00 - $58,026.00 Annually Location Michigan, MI Job Type Certified-Regular Civil Service Job Number 20243264241BSEEDmm Department Buildings & Safety Eng Opening Date 02/01/2025 Closing Date 2/16/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit 3900-Association of City of Detroit Supervisors + Description + Benefits + Questions Description PRINCIPAL ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL INSPECTOR BUILDING SAFETY ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEPARTMENT Under general supervision, supervises and assigns work to a group of subordinates engaged in securing compliance, issuing violation tickets, and educating the community regarding environmental nuisances including property maintenance and solid waste. The Principal Inspector performs more difficult compliance activities. Examples of Duties + Review the work of a moderately large group of employees who check for and enforce compliance with litter, refuse, waste receptacle, weed, and rodent control ordinances including spot checks of subordinates' field work. + Review or alter work routes and assignments as required and assign any special investigations. + Provide information, present, and demonstrate to the public on collection services and nuisance ordinances or control measures related to litter, refuse, waste receptacles, weeds, and rodent control. + Ensure proper charges are made for the removal of large quantities of waste material. + Assist in the supervision of a small office staff. + Respond to inquiries and complaints from the public and other sources. + Review reports, violation notices, and court orders. + Resolve the more difficult or unusual problems. + Assist in devising methods of standardizing procedures and records, and instruct subordinates on any changes. + Approve type and location of additional refuse receptacles. + Make recommendations and reports regarding specific situations, unit operations and ordinance alterations. + Draft form letters and other written publicity or contact material. + Liaison with other divisions, departments or outside agencies including but not limited to coordinating with district managers and sitting on committees. + Represent the City as a witness in court cases. + Cooperate with the efforts of public and private agencies, groups and programs concerned with environmental health or appearance. + Monitor employee attendance and work performance, and issue corrective disciplinary action as necessary, + Assist in other personnel matters. Minimum Qualifications + High School Diploma or G.E.D. + Two (2) years of experience in the application and enforcement of litter, refuse, waste receptacle, weed and rodent control ordinances, and + One (1) year in a supervisory capacity. LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS + Valid State of Michigan Operator license is required. + Valid State of Michigan Class 7D or 7C Pesticide Applicator's license is required. EQUIVALENCY + Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis. Supplemental Information SUBJECTS & WEIGHTS + Oral Interviews - 70% + Evaluation of Training, Experience Personal Qualifications (TEP) - 30% + Total of Oral Interview & Evaluation of TEP - 100% KNOWLEDGE OF: + Ordinances and departmental regulations pertaining to litter, refuse, waste receptacles and material, weeds and noxious plants, and rodent control. + Proper methods and practices for controlling waste materials, weeds, and rodent infestations. + General team management and personnel rules and guidelines. SKILL IN: + Detailed observation. + Organizing and prioritizing work. + Reading maps and navigating City streets. + Supervising, motivating, and directing the work of others. + Conflict resolution. + Utilizing various computer software (including word processing, spreadsheet, and database software) to prepare and present written and oral reports. ABILITY TO: + Analyze data or circumstances and prepare reports. + Analyze and supervise the work of others. + Perform investigations to obtain factual information and to prepare narrative reports. + Tactfully interact with the public, subordinates, departmental representatives and others. + Demonstrate initiative and resourcefulness in resolving difficult situations and operational problems. + Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS + This job reports directly to the Supervisor of Environmental Control. + Work is assigned from requests and complaints received by the public through an online portal, phone calls, and emails as well as from the Director's office. + The Principal Inspector then determines priorities and delegates or assigns work to subordinate Inspectors. GUIDELINES + Established guidelines, standards, and policies are used to perform this job including standards for pest control, City codes regarding property maintenance and solid waste, and department policies. + The individual at times will interpret these guidelines, standards, and policies. COMPLEXITY + This job must be able to see the whole picture when assessing the current assignments and duties, and how they are distributed to the subordinate Inspectors. + There will be times of competing priorities in which the Principal Inspector will need to determine whether to reassign Inspectors to different projects in order to meet the overall needs of the department. SCOPE AND EFFECT + The purpose of the work is to ensure that all City codes outlined in Chapter 9 (Property Maintenance) and Chapter 22 (Solid Waste) are properly enforced in order to establish and maintain a happy and safe environment for all residents. PERSONAL CONTACTS + Personal contacts consist of employees within the department and in other City departments, the Detroit Land Bank, residents, property owners, other community members, lawyers, and court officers. PURPOSE OF CONTACTS + The purpose of these contacts is to enforce and inform the community of City codes regarding Property Maintenance and Solid Waste. PHYSICAL DEMANDS + This position requires the individual to sit for long periods of time using a computer and phone. + Some site visits will be made to privately owned properties in which the individual must be able to perform detailed observations on and around the property. + This may require walking, standing, and kneeling. WORK ENVIRONMENT + This job requires some site visits to properties involving work outdoors in all weather conditions. + The majority of the work is performed within an office environment, either at a desk, or in court. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Specific job duties may vary from position to position. CODE DESIGNATIONS Class Code: 26-42-41 EEO Code: 7 Date Established: 08/02/2019 Date Replaces: 09/10/2012 EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following: HEALTH + Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits. + Dental + Vision INSURANCE + Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent. + Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement. PAID TIME OFF + Sick Leave + Vacation + Holidays OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave, RETIREMENT BENEFITS City Employees Retirement System As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after: • Completion of thirty (30) years of service; - At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or - At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service. • In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply); - An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service; • Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age. ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions. Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit. 01 What is your employment status with the City of Detroit? + Current Employee with the City of Detroit + Former Employee with the City of Detroit + Never Worked for the City of Detroit 02 Please indicate your highest level of education completed + High School Diploma/GED + Associate's Degree + Bachelor's Degree + Master's Degree + PhD/J.D. + No Education experience 03 How many years of experience in the application and enforcement of litter, refuse, waste receptacle, weed and rodent control ordinances? + No Experience + Less than 2 years of experience + 3 to 5 years of experience + 6 or more years of experience 04 How many years of supervisory capacity, do you possess? + No Experience + Less than 1 year of experience + 2 to 5 years of experience + 6 or more years of experience 05 Do you have a valid State of Michigan Operator license, which is required? + Yes + No 06 Do you have a valid State of Michigan Class 7D or 7C Pesticide Applicator's license, which is required? + Yes + No 07 Describe your experience in enforcing ordinances related to litter, refuse, waste receptacles, weed control, and rodent control. Include any supervisory responsibilities you have held. Required Question Employer City of Detroit Address Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226 Website http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email