<p>Description</p> <p>The St. Louis County Department of Transportation and Public Works seeks a wellexperiencedProblem Properties Specialist that can perform technical field inspections and abate violations that cannot be resolved with standard code enforcement procedures.</p> <p>The typical starting salary range is between$18.98 - $22.78 hourly depending upon the candidate's qualifications as well as budgetary considerations. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visithttps://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/administration/personnel/benefits.</p> <p>Examples of Duties</p> <ul> <li> <p>Inspect commercial, residential and industrial buildings for property maintenance compliance, especially in situations where an administrative warrant is required for entry</p> </li><li> <p>Abate violations by working with property owners to resolve issues complicated by poverty, old age, physical or mental illness, physical disability and other circumstances where remedies often require community resources.</p> </li><li> <p>Perform administrative and enforcement tasks in an assigned area, including maintaining records, preparing violation notices, testifying in court and representing the County at community meetings</p> </li><li> <p>Perform other duties as required or assigned.</p> </li></ul> <p>This document defines the job class as a whole and provides examples of work that may typically be performed by the assigned positions.It does not represent any single position.</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <ul> <li> <p>Equivalent to six years of experience in community development, property maintenance.</p> </li><li> <p>Possession of a current and valid driver's license.</p> </li></ul> <p>Additional Information</p> <p>SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.</p> <p>The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.</p> <p>The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.</p> <p>All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.</p> <p>HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website atwww.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis. We only accept on-line applications.</p> <p>EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.</p> <p>St. Louis County</p> <p>Division of Personnel, 7th Floor</p> <p>Clayton, MO63105</p> <p>(314) 615-5429</p> <p>Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966</p> <p>An Equal Opportunity Employer</p> <p>Fax: (314) 615-7703</p> <p>www.stlouiscountymo.gov</p>