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Environmental Control Inspector (Buildings, Safety Engineering & Environmental Department)

Salary

$37,867.00 - $48,973.00 Annually

Location

Michigan, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

20244264221BSEEDmm

Department

Buildings & Safety Eng

Opening Date

05/05/2025

Closing Date

6/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

7600-Service Employees International Union Local 5

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Description

BUILDINGS, SAFETY ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEPARTMENT

ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL INSPECTORS

Environmental Enforcement

Environmental Enforcement Section enforces portions of Chapter 8 (Property Maintenance) (https://library.municode.com/mi/detroit/codes/code\_of\_ordinances?nodeId=PTIVDECO\_CH8BUCOPRMA) , all of Chapter 42 (Solid Waste) (https://library.municode.com/mi/detroit/codes/code\_of\_ordinances?nodeId=PTIVDECO\_CH42SOWAILDU) codes and issues violations for:

+ High Weeds and Grass

+ Failure to Remove Snow and Ice

+ Inoperable Vehicles

+ Improper Placement of Courville containers

+ Rat Harborage

+ Illegal Dumping

Environmental Enforcement section provides community outreach and training activities to familiarize residents with ordinance requirements on the storage, handling, and transport of solid waste.

Environmental Enforcement Inspectors investigate, educate, and protect the city against environmental rodent infestations. Through the Rodent Impact Program, Environmental Enforcement educates the public on ways to reduce rodent populations.

Under general supervision, checks for violations of and secures compliance with environmental ordinances; informs the public of pertinent regulations and proper methods for compliance; and recommends the collection of waste exceeding exempt provisions.

Examples of Duties

+ Inspect residential and commercial streets, sidewalks, alleys, vacant lots, and private property for the presence of litter or refuse, improper or illegal storage of refuse, or other waste material.

+ Inspect for defective or illegal waste receptacles, storage methods, and the presence of noxious weeds or illegal weed growth.

+ Inspect for environmental rodent infestations and potential rodent havens to determine if proper protection against rodent infestation has been taken and carry out extermination measures when needed.

+ Investigate complaints and generate work orders regarding environmental sanitation and nuisances such as solid waste, illegal dumping, abandoned vehicles, street and alley sanitation, litter, noxious weeds, and rodent infestation as needed.

+ Apply extermination measures to reduce the population of rodents in alleys, streets, and other property.

+ Coordinate with private or City contractors in the removal of debris.

+ Survey vacant lots before and after contractual services are rendered to ensure satisfactory performance.

+ Determine ownership of properties in violation of City ordinances using an online database.

+ Inform merchants, householders, and property owners of ordinance violations and responsibilities.

+ Provide information and present in community meetings concerning proper litter, refuse, waste, weed, and rodent control methods and measures.

+ Obtain ordinance compliance through the use of the telephone, mail, or other contacts.

+ Issue and serve ordinance violation notices.

+ Prepare written reports and activity records

+ Appear as a witness in court cases.

Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS (required):

+ High school graduation or G.E.D.

+ One year of office or field experience involving recordkeeping and public contacts.

+ Employees in this class will be required when necessary to operate a motor vehicle; a valid State of Michigan Operator License is required.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

+ Valid State of Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicator (7D) & License required within six (6) months of hire in order to obtain permanent status. Employees hired into the Environmental Control Inspector position should be prepared to take the practice test within the first (30) days after the effective start date.

+ The fee for the State of Michigan Commercial Pesticide (7D) License is $75

+ The fee for the Pesticide Core Test is $75

+ To obtain the license you are required to pass both tests with an additional $75 fee for the license.

+ The total cost for a license is $225

+ Employees are reimbursed the $75 fee for the Pesticide License

EQUIVALENCY:

+ Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Supplemental Information

Evaluation Plan

+ Computerized Based Test: 35%

+ Interview: 40%

+ Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 25%

+ Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

+ Veteran Points: 0-15 points

+ Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points

LRD: 12/13/2023

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Knowledge of ordinances and departmental regulations pertaining to litter, refuse, waste receptacles and material, weeds and noxious plants, and rodent control.

+ Knowledge of proper methods and practices of waste material, weed, and rodent control.

+ Knowledge of acceptable customer service standards and practices.

+ Skill in detailed observation.

+ Skill in reading maps and navigating City streets.

+ Skill in use of personal computers and standard office software.

+ Skill in preparing written reports.

+ Skill in organizing and prioritizing work.

+ Skill in maintaining activity reports.

+ Ability to investigate to obtain factual information and to prepare narrative reports.

+ Ability to tactfully interact with the public.

+ Ability to show initiative and resourcefulness in obtaining compliance with ordinances.

+ Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Physical Demands

+ This position requires the individual to get in and out of a truck, climb into the bed of the truck to obtain items, and lift tool boxes regularly.

+ 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.

+ The individual will also sit for long periods of time at a desk.

+ May also have to lift other heavy items at times.

Work Environment

+ This job requires the individual to perform work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions including extreme heat or extreme cold.

+ Work is performed in an office environment, on-site visits to properties around the City, and within a courtroom.

Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.

The above statements reflect the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this class. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Essential duties may vary from position to position.

Notes:

04/13/1976 Class Consolidation Environmental Inspector & Street Sanitary Inspector

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

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

02

How many years of office or field experience involving recordkeeping and public contacts, do you possess?

+ No Experience

+ Less than 1 year of experience

+ 2 to 5 years of experience

+ 6 to 10 years of experience

+ 11 or more years of experience

03

Employees in this class will be required when necessary to operate a motor vehicle; a valid State of Michigan Operator License is required. Do you possess a valid State of Michigan Operator License?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Do you possess a valid State of Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicator (7D) & License? This license is required within six (6) months of hire in order to obtain permanent status.

+ Yes

+ No

05

Employees hired into the Environmental Control Inspector position should be prepared to take the practice test within their first (30) days after their effective start date. The fee for the State of Michigan Commercial Pesticide (7D) License is $75 The fee for the Pesticide Core Test is $75 To obtain the license you are required to pass both tests with an additional $75 fee for the license. The total cost for a license is $225 Employees are reimbursed the $75 fee for the Pesticide License Do you understand the requirements?

+ Yes

+ No

06

Explain in detail, your work experience in relations to environmental inspections.

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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

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