Construction Building Inspector

Job Posting

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy:

• Job Posting closes: Open until filled

Department of Administration, Office of Facilities and Property Management

https://admin.ks.gov/offices/facilities-property-management

About the Position:

• Who can apply: Anyone

• Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified

• Full/Part-time: Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary: Regular

• Work Schedule: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

• Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Compensation:

• Salary Range: $41,000.00 - $47,840.00*

• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits:

• First day of employment coverage under the State Employee Health Plan (SEHP) for medical and prescription drug coverage and dental plan.

• Additional voluntary options including vision, hospital indemnity, accident and critical illness insurance plans and flexible spending accounts.

• SEHP members and their covered family members have access to the HealthQuest Health Center at 9th and Kansas Avenue in Topeka for in person and virtual health care services.

• Sick & Vacation leave

• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave

• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)

• Employee discounts with the STAR Program

• Retirement and deferred compensation programs

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information

Position Summary & Responsibilities:

Construction Building Inspector

• Northeast Kansas

This Construction Building Inspector position is assigned to the Design, Construction, and Compliance Section of the Office of Facilities and Property Management. Work involves inspecting the construction, alteration, and repair of State buildings for conformance with the plans, specifications, and building codes. Assignments are received in the form of code footprints, plans and specifications.

Work requires making knowledgeable evaluations during construction and documenting observations in the form of reports.

The position is located in the Northeast area of Kansas. The successful candidate must live within a 90 miles radius from Topeka, Kansas. Other locales in Northeast Kansas may be considered.

Perform required inspections of construction for State of Kansas building projects to assure the contractor's work is in compliance with the building, life safety and accessibility codes. Inspection checklist shall be followed when performing inspections. Perform required inspections for determination of occupancy. Contact supervisor when a project is acceptable for occupancy.

Assist in periodic, substantial, and final completion inspections for expanded (full) service projects. These inspections are to assure the contractor's work is in compliance with the construction documents.

Prepare daily Inspection Records for projects observed and submit to supervisor. Inform Office of Facilities and Property Management (OFPM) A/E or supervisor, project architect/engineer, and agency of any unauthorized changes in construction or non-compliance with the building codes. Maintain other required administrative and code documentation.

Witness and approve certain tests of systems (fire alarms, fire suppression, plumbing/piping, elevators, etc.). Inform OFPM and the agency of results. Submit documentation of approved tests.

Provide assistance and confer with OFPM A/E, project architect/engineer, contractor and the agency for interpretation of conflicts or discrepancies in the construction documents. Communicate problems/conflicts between contractor, project architect/engineer, and the agency and provide feedback to OFPM A/E or supervisor.

For full service projects, participate in pre-construction meetings with contractor, project architect/engineer and the agency representatives. Periodically attend construction progress meetings.

Perform other duties as delegated by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma and not less than three (3) years of experience in the construction industry in an on-site capacity, preferably in a related inspection capacity, project management, construction administration, superintendent or foreman. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.

Applicants must have a valid Kansas driver's license at the time of appointment. Applicants must have physical capabilities to traverse diverse construction sites, walk stairs and climb ladders. Must have computer skills and be able to use Microsoft Office software and other construction related software.

Strongly Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledgeable with International Building Code, International Mechanical Code, International Plumbing Code, International Fuel Gas Code, National Electrical Code, NFPA 72 - Fire Alarm, NFPA 13 - Sprinkler, AMSE 17.1/A17.2 - Elevator Inspection, NFPA 101 - Life Safety (new and existing health care facilities) and 2010 ADA Standards. Certification related to training or education in building codes or building construction inspection is desirable.

Recruiter Contact Information:

• Name: Kim Warren

• Email: dofapersonnel@ks.gov

• Phone: 785-296-4770

• Mailing Address: Department of Administration Personnel Office, 900 SW Jackson, Room 401-N, Topeka, KS 66612

Job Application Process

• First Sign in or register as a New User.

• Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page.

*This information is included on all your job applications.

• Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page.

• Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.

• Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.

• Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.

• Email - sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page

• Notifications - view the Careers> My Job Notifications page

Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: "How to Apply for a Job

• Instructions" and "How to Search for a Job

• Instructions"

Required documents for this application to be complete:

Upload the DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference) on the Careers

• My Job Applications page.

Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: "How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents"

How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veteran's Preference

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the recruiter.