Property Maintenance Inspector Rental and Business Licensing Division at City of Brooklyn Park

Position SummaryThe Property Maintenance Inspector participates in multiple activities that contribute to the livability of rental housing in the community including but not limited to complete routine proactive property maintenance inspections ensure compliance with all rental license requirements respond to resident complaints and complete outreach and educational activities with renters and rental property owners and managers which includes door knocking at rental properties as needed. Community engagement and relationship building with tenants rental property owners and managers neighbors community leaders and others are key components to this position. Pending proper education and certifications this position may be cross trained with other inspection staff within the department including building inspections code enforcement and public/environmental health to provide professional development opportunities and to meet the needs of the community.AMENDMENT 12/11/25: This job posting has been extended until Monday 12/22/25 at 11:59 p.m. or until a sufficient number of qualified applications are received as determined by Human Resources.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerform routine general rental housing inspections to verify compliance with state codes and city ordinancesRespond to housing complaints regarding property maintenance zoning and nuisance code issuesEnsure rental housing complies with all rental licensing requirements including some property management requirements Prepare and distribute reports letters forms handouts; conduct research and prepare recommendations relating to enforcement actions for supervisors and court proceedings; may be required to testify in city court actionsAttend internal and external meetings with staff property managers and owners to discuss common compliance issues capital budgeting requirements and city expectations relating to rental inspections programMaintain inspection and other property data to ensure proper tracking of documentation and workflowConduct public education and outreach policy and ordinance review. Involves participating in public meetings with key stakeholders including Safe Rental Home training with rental landlords/property managers. Also includes door knocking in collaboration with other staffEducate property owners and residents on code requirements; assist in finding solutions to code violations; investigate property maintenance complaints and resolve code issues with the publicParticipate in professional organizations committees and boards for code development and city representationPerform other duties as assigned for division department and organizationMinimum and Desired QualificationsEducationAssociates degree in building inspection technologies environmental health or related areaANDExperienceOne (1) year of related experienceORThree (3) years of highly-related experience to the duties of the position or an equivalent combination of education and experience requiredLicensesCurrent and valid drivers licenseICC/AACEProperty Maintenance and Housing Inspector within one year of employmentEquivalencyAn equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be consideredKnowledge Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of city codes and ordinances state statutes and federal regulations related to property maintenanceAbility to handle difficult situation and difficult customers in a tactful and professional mannerProficient in computer programs such as Microsoft Office Package and various databasesProven ability and demonstrated commitment to an inclusive workplace related to racial equity diversity and inclusion. Ability to provide a level of customer service that meets or exceeds customer expectation and satisfactionEmbrace and engage in cultural shift toward Continuous ImprovementDesired QualificationsBuilding Inspection or Building Official CertificationPrevious experience working within the construction plumbing electrical mechanical tradesCurrent certification as Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector or equivalentFive years experience as a property maintenance inspector housing inspector code compliance environmental health building inspector or equivalent in a related fieldAdvanced experience in computer databases GIS systems and statisticsMediation or conflict resolution experience or certificationProject management experienceCommunity outreach and education experiencePrevious experience working with people from various cultural socioeconomic racial and ethnic backgroundsFluency in Spanish Hmong Russian Somali Lao or Vietnamese language(s)Work ConditionsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully and safely perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to fully and safely perform the essential duties. Core business hours are set by departments based on operational needs. Alternative schedules can be arranged but must comply with the Citys Alternative Work Arrangement policyFull-time non-union non-exempt position; flexible work schedule to include a standard eight (8)-hour workdayAbility to meet physical demands of the job including but not limited to prolonged periods of standing bending sitting stooping kneeling climbingOffice environment and fieldwork; exposure to computer screens; working closely with others frequent interruptionsAbility to gain access to all areas within structures such as roofs elevators crawl spaces attics rough terrain etc.Regularly exposed to hazardous situations and conditionsMust be able to lift and carry or otherwise move 5-10 pounds occasionallyHigh attention to detail and deadlinesAbility to handle or navigate difficult or emotionally charged interactions with individualsBackground CheckThe City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.Drug and Alcohol TestingAll job applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be required to sign a notification and consent form prior to undergoing drug and alcohol testing. Applicants who do not consent to undergo drug and alcohol testing will not be required to do so and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer resulting in the job applicant no longer being considered for the position.Medical ExaminationAfter a conditional job offer candidates will be required to pass a medical exam prior to employment. Applicants who do not consent to undergo any part of the medical exam will not be required to do so and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer resulting in the job applicant no longer being considered for the position.Eligible ListThe eligible list will expire one month after it has been established.Brooklyn Park is a thriving northwestern suburb of Minneapolis and the sixth largest city in the state with over 86000 residents and 30000 jobs. As the 11th fastest growing city in Minnesota the city has become even more vibrant because of our remarkable racial and cultural diversity. Approximately sixty percent of our residents are people of color 22 percent are foreign-born and more than a quarter speak a language other than English at home. Vision Values and GoalsAdditional InformationResume RequestedTo help us evaluate candidates education experience and skills we are asking all candidates to attach a resume to their application to be considered for this position. Anticipated Hiring Wage $40.15-43.42/hour plus full-time benefit packageWe welcome applications from all individuals including (but not limited to): people of all abilities persons of color Veterans LGBTQ and women. If you need these materials in an alternate format or if you have a disability-related need and need assistance with the application process please contact Human Resources at either or via e-mail at. Key Skills Sales Experience,Time Management,Customer Service,Organizational skills,Computer Skills,Construction Experience,Generator Repair,Management Experience,Microsoft Outlook,Territory Management,Operations Management,Property Management Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 40 - 51