Zoning Inspector presso City of Charlottesville, VA

About the Department

The City's Zoning Inspector performs responsible technical work to support administration and enforcement of the City Development Code through investigation and enforcement. Works under general supervision and reports to the Zoning Administrator.

To learn more about the Department of Neighborhood Development Services and its operations, please visit: https://www.charlottesville.gov/261/Neighborhood-Development-Services

The preferred hiring range for this position is between $25.31 - $29.85 ($52,644.80 - $62,088.00). 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 visithttps://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits.
• The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system which offers both a defined benefit and a defined contribution option.  While the City does not participate in VRS, 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.

Position Duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description.  The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

• Responsible for assisting the Zoning Administrator with the administration and enforcement of the Development Code and other related ordinances.
• Conducts Certificate of Occupancy inspections and other site-specific visits during the construction phase of development projects.
• Ensures new developments comply with zoning regulations by conduction reviews, on-site inspections, as well as post construction completion, permit review and other related tasks.
• Provides special focus on reviewing and enforcing tree preservation plans and developing and enforcing the City’s Tree Permit Program.
• Conducts inspections to ensure compliance with zoning regulations and investigates alleged violations.
• Coordinates work with other departments and agencies.
• Prepares and sends zoning violation letters and facilities the reinspection process.
• Sends written notices and summonses to property owners, tenants, and businesses concerning ordinance violations; prepares court cases involving court action and testifies in court as needed.
• Prepares a variety of reports, correspondence, and presentations.
• Maintains records and prepares regular inspection reports.
• Research property and zoning histories and prepares reports.
• Operates a vehicle in the performance of job duties.
• As necessary, initiates legal action and presents evidence in court.
• Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools, and other resources, including work time. 
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Other Duties

• May represent the department at community meetings regarding community tree initiatives.
• Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as apparent or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience: Candidates may qualify by demonstrating the required knowledge and skills outlined for the job through experience(s) other than formal education.

• High School diploma or GED AND at least 1 year of experience, and general knowledge of code enforcement, law enforcement, building construction conceptual and administrative processes.

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above.

Preferred:

• Arborist Certification or relevant experience in landscape design or urban forestry.
• Virginia Association of Zoning Officials’ Certified Zoning Official (CZO).

Certifications/Licenses/Other Requirements:

• Must obtain and maintain a valid Virginia driver’s license and acceptable driving record according to city criteria. 
• Required to successfully pass a pre-employment background check and pre-employment drug screen.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics: 
Job Knowledge

• General knowledge of code enforcement, building construction, and related administrative processes.

Reading

• Intermediate: ability to read and understand written materials such as applicable laws, codes, regulations, newspapers, magazines, journals, multi-step instruction manuals, and reference materials. Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications of ordinary complexity in a timely manner and accurately compare with construction in process.

Writing

• Intermediate: ability to organize data and write clear and concise reports, prepare materials such as business letters, explanations, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech.

Math

• Intermediate: ability to deal with number systems; simple formulas, practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement.Applies systematic multi-factor analysis, trend analysis, and other forms of data analysis.

Communication Skills

• Intermediate: Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with co-workers, officials, agencies, contractors, businesses, and the general public. Provides and receives standard to complex information. May involve interactions that involve stressful, negative situations requiring significant tact and the ability to diffuse aggressive behavior and reach consensus. May involve support of controversial positions or the negotiation of sensitive issues or important presentations.

Independence and Decision-Making

• Requires General Direction: normally performs the job by following general instructions or established standard operating procedures and/or policies. There is some discretion when making decisions among a few easily identifiable choices of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance is reviewed frequently.

Technical Skills

• Skilled: comprehensive, practical knowledge of a technical field with use of analytical judgment and decision-making abilities appropriate to the assigned and apparent job responsibilities. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office applications, and department software. 

Fiscal Responsibilities

• No budgetary/fiscal responsibilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No supervisory responsibilities. May assist interns, contractors, or temps.

Other Characteristics

• Organizational and time management skills, sometimes under strict time constraints.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Working closely with others as part of a team.
• Tedious or exacting work.
• Frequent change of tasks and performing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Constant interruptions and requests for service.
• May require emergency response.
• May require additional hours outside of normal schedule and/or a non-traditional work schedule.
• May require dealing with angry, frustrated, and/or upset individuals.

Other Qualifications

Physical Demands:

• Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. 
• Operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as calculator, copy machine, and printer. Occasionally moves about inside the office to access filing cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Field work requires traversing the interior and exterior of buildings, construction sites, and structures including uneven terrain and obstructions. Must be able to climb, crawl, stoop, and safely maneuver at indoor and outdoor work sites.
• Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.  Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Regular interaction with citizens, business groups, and vendors.
• Ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software and Hardware:

• Typically requires use of standard office equipment and telephone, and related software and hardware; and any other equipment as appropriate or as assigned.  
• Requires the use of construction tools and inspection equipment.

Work Environment:

• A combination of on-site inspections and a standard office environment. Required to climb, crawl, and access various areas within or around buildings, properties, and construction sites or during emergencies.
• Work requires visiting construction sites and exposure to all weather conditions, extreme temperatures, extreme brightness/darkness, moving mechanical parts, electrical hazards, chemicals/hazardous waste, gases, fumes/airborne particles, dust and pollen, animals/wildlife, and traffic.
• The noise level varies from moderate to loud depending on work site.

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