Code Inspector I

Salary: $15.98 - $21.58 HourlyLocation : Kenner, LAJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 100045RDepartment: Inspections & Code EnforcementOpening Date: 02/11/2026 General DescriptionONE CURRENT VACANCY35 Hours per WeekUnder general supervision, performs inspections of properties for compliance with zoning and related codes and ordinances. Work involves responding to complaints from the Mayor's Office, Council member offices, Director's office, Occupational License Office, and the general public; writing violations of junk vehicles, high grass, weeds, and litter on private property; completing an information sheet for the City Attorney's office for the court; checking vacant houses for open windows and doors and boards when necessary; checking on blighted homes and abandoned homes; writing court summons, issuing warning violations, and testifying in City and Parish court. Reports to the Code Inspector II. Duties of Responsibilities ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSAttends and testifies in City of Kenner and Parish Court.Completes information sheet for the City Attorney.Checks vacant houses for boarding and City houses for violations.Responds to complaints from various sources and observations; checks and verifies complaints.Removes signs from City property.Takes photographs and measurements of complaints.Checks and maintains equipment and City trucks.Receives and/or reviews various records and reports such as complaint form, vacant houses, vacant lots, junk vehicles, and plot map.Prepares and/or processes various records and reports such as complaint, vehicles, parking, fences, and houses.Refers to lots and squares, permits, legal owner, proper item number, violation codes, policy and procedure manuals, computer manuals, codes / laws / regulations, publications and reference texts, etc.Operates a vehicle and a variety of equipment and machinery such as radio, copy machine, etc.Uses a variety of tools such as camera, measure wheel, etc.; a variety of supplies such as paper, stickers, marker boards, general office supplies, etc.; and a variety of computer software such as Maps, Photos, etc.Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as Assistant Director, Director, Mayor, Council members, Department Supervisor, and the general public.Employee will be required to work an evening and/or weekend shift on a rotation basis. Hours of work will be determined at the Appointing Authority's discretion.ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONSAssists customers at the front counter as required.Performs general office work as required, including entering and retrieving computer data, typing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, maintaining files, sending and receiving faxes, answering the telephone, etc. Performs related duties as required.May be required to work during emergency situations, including, but not limited to, city-wide declared emergencies. Minimum Qualifications Requires a high school (or equivalent) or vocational school diploma supplemented by nine to twelve months of experience in inspection; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. This position will work a flexible schedule that will include evening and weekend hours. Must possess a valid Louisiana State Driver's License.NOTE: An Associate's degree or higher may substitute for six (6) months of the required experience. Proof must be submitted verifying any claim of education.NON-COMPETITIVE - ALL WHO MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND HAVE SUBMITTED ALL REQUESTED DOCUMENTATION WILL HAVE THEIR DETAILS FORWARDED TO THE PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT.Supplemental InformationNote: The City of Kenner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kenner Civil Service Department posts current examination announcements at its office and on its online application website. Job applications may be filed only when an examination is announced. It is important that you include your entire employment history including periods of unemployment on your application, plus any relevant education and experience. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Some job postings have an application deadline; others are open on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants who are interested in jobs that are not currently open for application may complete a job interest card which may be filed with the Kenner Civil Service Office at any time. DELAY IN THE MAIL: The Kenner Civil Service Department cannot accept responsibility for failure of the applicant to receive an admission slip to an examination, or for failure of the Department to receive material mailed by the applicant. VETERANS PREFERENCE in examinations will be granted only to those persons who provide proof of military service during covered periods and who are found to be eligible. The Kenner Civil Service Department does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs or activities. Therefore, reasonable accommodations will be provided to allow access to the Department's programs and activities for individuals with disabilities unless such accommodations would result in undue hardship. Auxiliary Aids such as readers, , and large print material or other aids are provided for individuals requesting such accommodations under provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act. >>>> An attached resume will not replace a completed application. ****REVIEW YOUR APPLICATION TO MAKE SURE IT IS CURRENT. Failure to provide your qualifying work experience may result in your application not being considered.****DISCLAIMER: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. HEALTH INSURANCE: Comprehensive medical benefits options are provided through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana. Coverage is effective the first of the following month, following full-time employment. Dependent coverage is also available. The City of Kenner also offers voluntary insurance plans: DENTAL, VISION, and SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE PLANS (VOLUNTARY LIFE, CANCER, ACCIDENT, CRITICAL ILLNESS, HOSPITAL CONFINEMENT, LONG-TERM DISABILITY and SHORT-TERM DISABILITY). LIFE INSURANCE: All full-time employees are insured under a Group Life Insurance policy through Prudential Life Insurance Company. The coverage is one and half times the employee's salary, up to $300,000. The policy also provides a Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefit. The premium cost is covered by the City of Kenner. Coverage is effective the first of the following month, following full time employment.RETIREMENT SYSTEM: The City of Kenner's regular full time employees are enrolled with the Municipal Employees Retirement System of Louisiana. Both the City of Kenner and the employee contribute the required percent to the system. The employee's contributions are kept on account and will be refunded, if the employees leaves employment before they are retirement eligible. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The City of Kenner currently participates in a 457 Plan with MassMutual. This is a voluntary investment program that the employees are allowed to participate in at a contribution rate of their choice (must be within the designated maximum and minimum limits, as set for by Plan Document). The City of Kenner does not contribute to the 457 Plan. HOLIDAYS: Sixteen paid official holidays are observed, plus any other holidays which may be declared by the Mayor. ANNUAL AND SICK LEAVE: Eligible Kenner employees earn annual leave and sick leave. Accrual of hours will increase based on the number of years of service.WORKING TEST PERIOD: Upon appointment to a position in the classified service, the employee shall serve a working test period of six (6) months, unless extended. EAP: The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a program which provides a professional to help employees and their families to resolve problems. This service is 24 hrs. / 7 days per week, voluntary participation and confidential. Kenner reserves the right to at any time and from time to time to modify or amend, in whole or in part, any or all of the provisions of the benefit package. CITY OF KENNERPUBLIC INFORMATION NOTICE01 How much experience do you possess interacting with the public by telephone, in person, and correspondence? More than twelve months Less than twelve months None 02 Describe your past public contact experience in detail. If none, type 'None". 03 How much experience do you possess enforcing codes/laws, policies, and/or investigating complaints? More than twelve months Less than twelve months None 04 Regarding Question #3 above, describe your work experience enforcing codes/laws, policies, and/or investigating complaints? If none. type 'None'. 05 How much experience do you possess testifying in court and/or researching property records? More than twelve months Less than twelve months None 06 How much work experience do you possess in the field of inspections? More than twelve months Less than twelve months None 07 Do you have experience completing official reports and records? More than twelve months Less than twelve months None 08 How much work experience in Microsoft Office including Excel, Access, Outlook, and Word?. More than twelve months Less than twelve months None 09 Indicate your highest level of successfully completed education. NOTE: Proof must be submitted to receive credit. Bachelor's degree or higher Associate's degree Post-secondary vocational certificate/diploma High school diploma or equivalent None of the above 10 Do you possess a current, valid Louisiana driver's license? YES NO Required Question

Created: 2026-04-02