Senior Building Inspector

THE CITY OF HEMET IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Hemet is accepting applications for the position of Senior Building Inspector. There is currently one vacancy in the the Department of Life Safety.

SALARY AND BENEFITS ARE UNDER NEGOTIATION AND ARE EXPECTED TO INCREASE ON JULY 1, 2024

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include, but are not limited to the following characteristics, duties responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics:

• Assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, procedures, and priorities of the Building Division; coordinates, participates, and supervises the inspection of residential, commercial, and industrial construction to secure the compliance of all pertinent building and safety codes, ordinances, rules and regulations; plans, assists in developing and administering training and instructional programs for building inspection personnel; assigns and distributes inspection activities to subordinate building inspection personnel; reviews and resolves difficult and complex inspection and enforcement problems, issues, and conflicts and performs complex inspection duties in all trade specialties; provides technical information regarding codes and compliance methods to contractors, developers, architects, engineers, other city staff, and the general public; prepares and submits a variety of statistics, reports, memos, and correspondence on code compliance and inspection related matters; performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned; serves in an acting capacity during the absence of the City Building Official subject to the direction of the Community Development Director.

• Inspects buildings under construction, alterations, and repairs, for compliance with state and local building codes, fire codes, and city ordinances. Notifies responsible parties of defects; issues stop work orders and re-inspects when violations have been corrected; maintains records of inspections.

• Reviews and approves submitted building plans for compliance with building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, housing, and related codes and regulations governing the construction, alteration, repair, and use of buildings and structures; performs plan checks to ensure minimum design criteria, energy standards, Health Department standards, and accessibility.

• Interprets and monitors City rules, ordinances, policies and procedures pertaining to building construction; explains and provides information to owners about building applications and permits; reviews applications for completeness and researches application and permit status; explains required inspection and construction requirements to owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and the public.

• Coordinates, supervises, and inspects the mobile home parks inspection program and other annual inspection programs and ensures adherence to applicable codes and ordinances.

• Participates in a variety of city committees, study groups, and task forces; attends a variety of meetings, including Division management meetings.

• Creates or participates in the development of division goals, objectives, policies, and procedures; recommends and implements improvements and efficiencies; develops or assists with the administration of the division budget; conducts research and prepares recommendations for new or revised building policies and procedures; assists in preparing new or revised ordinances or resolutions.

• Assists the permit counter when needed; provides information and assistance regarding construction codes as necessary; issues and writes permits; assists in answering the more difficult questions; calculates building permits, plan check, and developer fees.

• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management, other departments and Division staff, and the public.

Knowledge of modern building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical construction practices, materials and equipment; local and state building and fire codes; City and Building Division policies and procedures. Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints, maps, and aerial photographs; detecting building defects, irregularities, and violations; ability to advise on standard construction methods and requirements; make arithmetical computations rapidly and accurately; enforce necessary regulations with firmness and tact; apply city codes and policies and other regulations to field situations. Ability to apply principles and techniques of work flow organization and scheduling; principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation; accepted safety standards and methods of building construction; principles and techniques of building inspection work; principles, practices and procedures in the construction trades, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and heating/air-conditioning trades; energy and disabled access regulations. Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely; effectively organize schedules, files, projects, inspections, and technical data, proficiently operate a personal computer and a variety of word processing and software applications, including but not limited to building permit computer systems.

Ability to oversee and review the work of others; evaluate and improve systems and procedures in a Building Department; apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques to examine workmanship and materials, and detect deviations from plans, regulations, and standard construction practices; Skill in communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; and to establish, maintain and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICAITONS

Education and/or Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that would provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of a Senior Building Inspector. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: Experience: Four (4) years of progressively responsible building inspection experience equivalent to a Building Inspector II position, including experience in providing training, supervisory, or lead responsibilities.

Demonstrated proficiency as a combination building inspector, including required ICC certifications.

Demonstrated plan review capability or Plans Examiner Certification.

Education:

Equivalent to completion of a high school diploma supplemented by International Council of Building Officials (ICBO) (or International Code Council (ICC) if after 2003) certification, or an associate degree in Building Inspection Technology, or other specialized training.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSE

• Possession of an ICC Building Inspection Certificate or equivalent.

• Possession of a minimum of three (3) additional ICC certifications or equivalent.

• Possession of a CASp Certification is desired, but not required.

• Bilingual proficiency is desired, but not required.

• Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver's License and ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record.

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Physical:

Must possess sufficient mobility to work in an office setting; stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; operate office equipment including use of a computer; operate a motor vehicle to visit various City and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push and pull drawers open and close to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds.

Environment:

Standard office setting with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may travel from site to site, interact with upset customers, interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Selection Process:

All properly completed applications will be reviewed and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. The process may include any combination of a written exam, oral board interview, and/or skills assessment to further evaluate job-related qualifications. Candidates who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on an eligibility list which will remain valid for a minimum of six months.

Note: Prospective employees will undergo, and must successfully pass, a background reference check (including fingerprinting) and a medical examination.  Drug screening may be required.

RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS BUT MAY BE ATTACHED.

CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION IN THE SELECTION PROCESS SHOULD STATE THEIR NEEDS IN WRITING WHEN SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION PACKAGE.

THE PROVISIONS IN THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. ANY PROVISION CONTAINED IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.