INTRODUCTION

This is a position description for the Abatement Crew Worker within Vacant Building Enforce ment (VBE), Inspection and Compliance Administration (ICA) within the Department of Buildings (DOB). The Vacant Building Enforcement (VBE) has responsibility for enforcing all District of Columbia laws relating to vacant buildings and vacant lots within the District of Columbia. In addition, VBE has responsibility for addressing violations of the vacant property maintenance and the residential property maintenance codes that have been identified and have not been corrected by the property owner.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Incumbent works as part of a crew/team under the general direction of a supervisor or Crew Leader. The incumbent will be trained to determine the sequence of operations, methods and procedures under the direction of a Crew Leader. The incumbent will keep his Crew Leader/Supervisor informed of problems encountered and incomplete assignments.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION

JOB ELEMENTS

ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION

Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean and in order)

Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (other than blueprints)

Ability To Use and Maintain tools and Equipment

Dexterity and Safety

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

N/A

WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT

Incumbent will primarily work outside and shall work in all weather conditions. The incumbent shall be subjected to traffic hazards when working in certain areas, while walking or standing in streets. The incumbent shall be subjected to dust, noise, exhaust fumes and the hazards of work ing with refuse. This may include, but will not be limited exposure to: rodents and animals normally associated with an urban environment (dogs and cats). The incumbent will be exposed to areas of the District of Columbia which may have criminal activity.

OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS

Tour of Duty: Monday - Friday 8:15AM- 4:45PM (May be subject to change)

Pay Plan, Series and Grade: RW-3501-07

Promotion Potential: No known promotion potential

Duration of Appointment: Career Service Permanent

Collective Bargaining Unit (Non-Union): This position is covered under a collective bargaining unit and you may be required to pay an agency service fee through direct payroll deduction.

Position Designation: The position has been deemed safety sensitive. Incumbents of this position are subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of D.C. personnel regulations. Suitability - Safety Sensitive.

EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.