Development Services Inspector - Rental Housing
City of Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI, USA
USD 29.88-31.38 / hour
Posted on Sep 13, 2025
Starting Rate: $29.88 - 31.38 (Offer will be commensurate with experience) - After hire, pay increases are dependent on length of service, advancement in the position, and other contractual factors.
This position is represented by the AFSCME union. For more information reference the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement: Collective Bargaining Agreements
Benefits offered for this opportunity: AFSCME Benefit Summary
Duties
Duties are performed under the direct supervision of the Building & Rental Services Manager or designee and may include the following:
- Works independently with limited supervision.
- Inspects all existing rental properties and congregate residential facilities for compliance with the City’s housing code and associated ordinances and standards. (As required by the discipline)
- Prepares documentation and manages data related to inspection and enforcement activities.
- Works with property owners and the Office of the City Attorney to achieve compliance.
- Coordinates and conducts investigations of complaints and enforcement of ordinances.
- Interprets and explains City codes and regulations.
Education, Training and Experience Required:
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
- Four (4) years documented construction experience or two (2) years performance of code inspections or (2) years plan review experience
- Must complete CEU’s for maintenance of Licenses and Certifications
Education, Training and Experience Preferred:
- Two (2) years property maintenance code experience
- Act 407 (formerly Act 54) registration or (within 30 days of hire, must make application for ACT 407 registration to the State of Michigan)
Licensing Requirements (position requirements at entry)
- AACE or ICC Housing certification (within 6 months) & 4 years of documented construction experience (As required by discipline)
- Specific requirements for each discipline must be met. Requirements can be found at: State of Michigan Admin Code
- Valid Drivers License
Physical Requirements
The physical ability to climb/balance: climb stairs, ladders, inclines, uneven surfaces where balance is required; drive, stoop, bend, kneel and crouch; stand and walk for extensive periods of time; reach, push, pull, lift, grasp, feel, hear, see, talk and perform repetitive motions.
The ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
The ability to safely maneuver in and around construction sites. The ability to traverse on rough, uneven terrain, as well as wet and slippery surfaces to access work areas. Work requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time. The work may occasionally require the ability to move and lift objects weighing up to 20 pounds such as files, supplies, mail and equipment.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that may be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.