Employment Opportunities

The employee assigned to this position will be joining a growing team performing responsible municipal code enforcement duties to achieve the goals and objectives of the organization. The employee will perform general ordinance enforcement duties and will enforce the property maintenance code during scheduled rental housing and vacant building inspections. The employee will assist with other regulatory licensing enforcement as assigned. The employee will investigate, listen and find resolutions to community ordinance violations. The employee will generally work a 5-day/40-hour workweek.

Qualifications and KSA’s for Employment
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. These requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

Considerable knowledge of and the ability to read, research, interpret and enforce municipal ordinances and International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC).
Knowledge of the streets, addresses, and businesses located in the Township preferred but not required.
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate reports and records.
Ability to document, review, analyze, and communicate, verbally and in writing, pertinent information regarding code enforcement and rental inspections.
Excellent customer services skills with the ability to communicate well in-person, in writing and via telephone.
Ability to work independently and manage daily schedules to meet work assignment expectations.
Ability to maintain tact and diplomacy when dealing with members of the public and to represent the Township in a positive manner.
Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relations with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.
Initiative and resourcefulness in handling problem situations.
Skill in the use of computers and accessories, word processing software, and data collection and reporting software. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and BS&A software preferred but not required.
Physical ability to traverse uneven surfaces, perform visual inspections, operate a motor vehicle, repetitively maneuver in/out of a motor vehicle on a daily basis, post notices on buildings and in the ground, and speak clearly.
Willingness to enter houses and commercial buildings containing blighted conditions using appropriate protective gear when necessary.
Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent is required.
Municipal code enforcement experience is preferred but not required.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
Possess MSU Extension Citizen Planner Certification or must obtain within first six (6) months of employment.
Must successfully pass ICC - #64 Property Maintenance & Housing Inspector training within one (1) year of employment.

Job Description

Starting Salary: $26.43/hourly ($54,974.40/annually)
Closing Date: Thursday, October 15, 2026

Employment Application

The Charter Township of Ypsilanti is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. As such, the Charter Township of Ypsilanti provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), national origin, disability, genetic information (GINA), height, weight, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by state and federal laws.

This policy of equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination applies to all policies, procedures, terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, working conditions and training.

Submit employment applications in person to the Human Resource Department located on the second floor of the Tiden R. Stumbo Civic Center or online via the application link below. Applications remain on file for one year and are considered active for positions that become open. Employment opportunities are posted within the following publications and agencies:

ypsitownship.org
MLive

*Additional sites or agencies are used depending on the open position.