51471 – PROPERTY MAINTENANCE INSPECTOR (PART-TIME)
CITY OF PARMA
289 – BUILDING DEPARTMENT
JOB SUMMARY
The Property Maintenance Inspector (Part-Time) is responsible for inspecting and enforcing
the City of Parma Codified Ordinances governing maintenance, rentals, zoning, and licensing for
all property types. The incumbent works under the direct supervision of the Building
Commissioner. Performance of the core objectives of the position are essential job functions. This
is an Unclassified position within the Civil Service of the City of Parma.
WORK ACTIVITIES
Inspection Duties *
- Inspects residential and commercial structures and properties to determine
compliance with property maintenance regulations and Zoning Codes + - Processes complaints and handles inquiries related to property maintenance, rental
registration, zoning compliance, and licensing* - Inspects rental properties to determine compliance with rental registration
program regulations and standards + - Records inspection information, registration compliance, and licensing
compliance, including inspection photos and findings into the Building
Department record management system* - Identifies all violations upon inspection, maintains records, and schedules follow-
up inspections for determination of compliance* - Issues citations and prepares court case files to be sent to Prosecutor’s Office and
Parma Municipal Court* - Prepares information for court cases pending in the Prosecutor’s Office*
- Enforces the Codified Ordinances of the City of Parma*
- Takes complaints from the public, and explains codes, laws, and regulations to the
public, contractors, and City officials* - Prepares clear and concise correspondence communicating their work and
findings as needed* - Maintains and updates the Building Department record management system,
including contractor information, daily inspection reports, violation notices, court
status information, and additional information as needed* - Performs other duties and inspections as directed+
- Denotes Essential Job Functions
- Denotes Essential Job Functions, Scheduling Accommodations Possible
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED - Dispatch Radio
- Tape Measure
- General Office Equipment (i.e., Calculator, Computer, Copy Machine, Fax
- Machine, Telephone, Cell Phone, Tablet, etc.)
- Camera
- Personal Protection Equipment (i.e., Mask, Goggles, Gloves, Safety Glasses, Hard
Hat, Tyvek Coveralls, Rubber Boots, Shoe/Boot Covers) - City vehicle
JOB CONTEXT
The Property Maintenance Inspector (Part-Time) generally works 20-29 hours per week, as
scheduled between 8:30a.m. until 4:30p.m. Monday through Friday. This position is part-time and
operates, as scheduled, throughout the year. Regular and consistent on-site attendance is an
essential job function. The incumbent performs his/her duties in a variety of environments due to
the nature of the job. The position requires physical activity and mobility, including an extensive
amount of walking during the summer months. The stress level for this position is described as
medium. Some of the duties are of a confidential nature due to the prosecution of violations.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Upon hire, a Property Maintenance Inspector (Part-Time) must have: - A high school diploma or equivalent
- At least one of the following qualifications is required:
- One (1) year of experience performing property maintenance
inspections for a municipality, government agency or company.
(Preferred) - One (1) year of experience performing building inspections (as
regulated by the Ohio Board of Building Standards) for a municipality,
government agency or company. (Preferred) - Five (5) years of property maintenance or facilities maintenance in a
single and/or multi-family setting. - Five (5) years of general construction or general contracting
specializing in single and/or multi-family construction. - Five (5) years of experience in real-estate sale or appraisal of single
and/or multi-family construction. - Five (5) years of experience in municipal, county or state law
enforcement. - A current State of Ohio Residential Building Inspector Certification or higher
State of Ohio Board of Building Standards Certification (Preferred) - The ability to navigate and comprehend the local zoning and property
maintenance codes - The ability to operate computers, navigate the internet, use general office
equipment, including software such as, but not limited to Microsoft Office
Suite, Excel, and the Building Department record management system and
other programs - The ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with the
public, local business owners, contractors, and City officials - Good communication skills and a professional temperament
- The ability to conduct themselves in a professional, courteous, impartial,
responsive, and cooperative manner - Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license and insurable driving record
- While performing the essential functions of this job, the incumbent is
regularly required to ascend and descend stairs, climb ladders/scaffolding and
ramps; maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing,
or crouching - After hire, a Property Maintenance Inspector (Part-Time) must have:
- A thorough knowledge of Building Department procedures
- A thorough understanding of the Property Maintenance Codes and a
familiarity with all other Codified Ordinances - Knowledge of the City of Parma geography
- Proficiency in the use of the aforementioned office equipment and software
- In accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Parma and AFSCME
- Local #3924 which expires on December 31, 2026, the starting pay rate for a Property
- Maintenance Inspector (Part-Time) is $26.23 per hour. The City of Parma is an equal
- opportunity employer.
- The promotional probationary period shall be 60 days in accordance with the above-mentioned
- Collective Bargaining Agreement. The new hire probationary period is one year.
- To apply for this position, please complete an application online using the link provided below.
- Please use a desktop or lap-top computer to apply. Do not use a cell phone or tablet. You will be
- prompted to create a user profile prior to submitting your application. A resume is required. This
- position is open until filled.