Building and Inspections Clerk

The City of St. Joseph is looking to hire a Building and Inspections Clerk to join our team! The Clerk’s primary tasks are the maintenance of the permitting and rental programs and the general support of the Inspection, Zoning, and Assessing departments. Applicants must have excellent communication skills and an interest in serving the community. Proficiency with basic computer programs is required and familiarity with governmental database management systems is a plus. The successful candidate will be mathematical, organized, and enjoy working with complex systems. They should be skilled at meeting deadlines and balancing priorities, with the ability to work both cooperatively and independently. High school diploma, or the equivalent required.  Starting pay is $21.11/hour.

In addition to a competitive compensation package, the City of St. Joseph has a defined benefit plan for its retirement benefits and offers great medical, dental, and vision benefits and more!  Application and complete job description are available online at www.sjcity.com.   To apply please submit a cover letter, application, and resume to Human Resources Department, 700 Broad St., St. Joseph, MI 49085, or to lmoore@sjcity.com.  The first review of applications will begin December 19, 2023, and applications by this date are encouraged; however, the position is open until filled.