Zoning Inspector/Clerk

The Fairfield Civil Service Commission is conducting an open competitive exam to establish an Eligibility List for the position of entry-level Zoning Inspector/Clerk for The City of Fairfield. The exam will be conducted on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 6:00 pm at the Fairfield Community Arts Center, located at 411 Wessel Drive, Fairfield, OH 45014.

Responsibilities for Zoning Inspector/Clerk include: developing pro-active inspection work plans and investigating citizen complaints regarding zoning and property maintenance issues throughout the City of Fairfield.  Physically inspecting property; taking measurements, photographs and written notes to document findings. Participation in corrective legal action, hearings or trials; assist in obtaining and presenting exhibits/evidence for the Court. Write and present reports; prepare correspondence to citizens; maintain files; and work with residents and/or property owners to resolve issues and complaints.

Applicants must be: minimum 18 years of age; effective oral and written communication skills and experience; basic computer literacy with word processing and spreadsheet skills; high school diploma or GED; successful completion of Civil Service examination; knowledge of contemporary office practices; mathematics and computational skills; working knowledge and ability to interpret and enforce the City’s Zoning and Property Maintenance Code and other codes; valid driver’s license.

Scope of the exam will be multiple choice questions covering basic knowledge and knowledge of skills necessary to perform the duties of the position. A passing grade of 70% must be achieved to be included on the Eligibility List. In the event of tied scores, priority on the Eligibility List is determined by the date and time your application is received.

Please apply online at www.fairfield-city.org, beginning Tuesday, January 28, 2025. Please include resume at time of application submission. Deadline for applications is Friday, February 14, 2025 at 5pm. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Photo ID required at the time of test.

Probationary period:  12 months

Starting salary:  $27.26 per hour (Increases to $27.95 effective April 1, 2025)

For the Commission:

Angela Jolivette, Secretary

www.fairfield-city.org

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