Senior Inspector (Residential New Construction)

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Please apply by: 6/13/24

Salary Range: $32.09 - $48.09

This is an non-exempt (hourly) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant's salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.

At Mecklenburg County, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We're counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA, (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA's responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations.

Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation you have found the right organization.

We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality. POSITION SUMMARY

Act as a daily lead for staff in day-to-day inspection activities. Work with staff and the contractor industry in handling more complex projects in getting code and regulations for compliance and evaluate and/or determination of life safety impacts to the field conditions. This lead position is responsible for serving as a leader and is responsible for information sharing of code changes, oversight, delegation, and implementation of projects/plans according to codes and regulations.

WHO WILL I BE WORKING WITH?

This posting serves to attract candidates for Senior Inspector Residential New Construction Custom Team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assist staff with complex inspections issues including providing technical advice and direction

Perform inspections when needed.

Provide on-site technical assistance to field team members and customers

Work with other departments and agencies to coordinate workflow and assignments

Conduct quality checks to include reviewing work of staff, maintaining staff records, and conducting periodic customer service checks

Participate in team planning for the section to include area assignments, staffing, equipment needs

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Minimum of four years of inspection experience or eight years in a construction trade.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Construction, Engineering, or related field.

Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted? Yes

Licenses and Certifications: Ability to obtain at least one level III certification in a trade within one year of hire.

Valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License. Requires County Driving Privileges.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

Policy and procedure development

All applicable building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire and other related codes

Applicable rules, laws, and regulations

Practices and procedures related to code violations

Customer service principles

Inspection procedures

Skills in:

Assigning and monitoring work

Conducting research

Interpreting laws and regulations

Performing inspections

Reading and interpreting plans and designs

Providing excellent customer service.

Following and complying with regulations

Prioritizing work

Leveraging resources

Ability to:

Collaborate

• Working effectively and cooperatively with others, establishing and maintaining good working relationships.

Communicate

• Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided.

Customer Focus

• Ensure that the Customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet the needs of Customers and our Code Enforcement Division.

Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.

Delegating Responsibility: Allocating decision-making authority and/or task responsibility to appropriate others to maximize the organization's and individuals' effectiveness.

Manage Work

• Effectively managing one's time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.

Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills

• Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise.

Computer Skills:

Ability to operate notebook computer or IOS device.

Proficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Works in outdoor exposed to weather conditions.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor's request.

Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.