DSI Inspector I - City of Saint Paul

The City of Saint Paul Department of Safety and Inspections is hiring within their Code Enforcement and Zoning Divisions to perform entry-level technical work conducting routine inspections and investigations.  

Here’s what you can expect to do:

• Determine compliance with Federal and State laws and regulations, city codes, ordinances, permits and licenses, and related regulations for property maintenance, use, zoning, public health and safety, and right of way regulations.  
• Issue order of corrective actions and/or progressive enforcement actions for non-compliance. 
• Assist with more complex inspections.  
• Prepare routine documents, forms, and reports related to inspections, investigations, compliance, and research. 
• For more information and essential functions, see our job description. 

The Department of Safety and Inspections holds inspection positions in the following areas: Code Enforcement, Licensing, and Zoning.

Code Enforcement duties for DSI Inspector I include the following:
Perform entry level field inspections of environmental violations such as tall grass/weeds and snow/ice. Respond to complaints regarding garbage, overflowing trash, illegal dumping, and abandoned vehicles. Issue correction orders, abatement orders, and excessive consumption fees. Respond to the public by phone, email, and mail. Provide assistance to DSI II and/or DSI III inspectors in the field. Help collect information, do research on addresses for assessment appeals, or other information requests. Provide training, supervision, and assistance to Interns. DSI Inspectors within Code Enforcement will be driving their own vehicles to and from job locations. 
 
Licensing duties for DSI Inspector I include the following:
Perform basic compliance inspections and assist with investigations, resolve complaints, and assist in various licensing education efforts. Participate in meetings and special projects with other DSI divisions, City departments, and agencies to further department goals and objectives. Gather information to produce inspection reports, issue enforcement letters, and assemble other written correspondences. Assist in the service of customers at the DSI service counter.
 
Zoning duties for DSI Inspector I include the following:
Provide customer service at the front counter, by phone, by email, review site plans and construction plans for zoning compliance, process applications and enter information in the property data base, research the history of properties, prepare letters of zoning compliance, gather information and prepare summary reports and respond to complaints. Conduct field inspections, some might be at night, and coordinate enforcement of licensed businesses that have zoning violations. Work may involve collecting evidence, organizing information, and testifying at hearings.

The eligible list created from this assessment will be used to fill DSI Inspector I positions as they become available in various areas within the Department of Safety and Inspections. 

Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.