Inspector II

Please Note:
This position is being posted as both Combination Inspector and Inspector II. Only one candidate will be hired, and the final selection may be made from either applicant pool, depending on qualifications.

GENERAL SUMMARY:? Under general supervision of the Deputy Code Official, Inspectors conduct field inspections, review plans, prepare reports, issue permits, perform investigations, and initiate enforcement actions. Inspectors consult and collaborate with contractors, designers, other City departments, the public, and other organizations to achieve and verify compliance with the City’s adopted codes, as well as applicable state, local, and federal regulations. The ideal candidate desires to be part of an organization that values service, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation and teamwork.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:? Performs field inspections of residential and commercial construction to ensure compliance with adopted building and related codes, exercising independent judgment within an assigned discipline. Work is reviewed through reports, results achieved, and adherence to established standards.

JOB DUTIES:

• Conduct field inspections.
• Investigate and enforce city, state and federal construction regulations and violations.
• Review and interpret plans and permit applications.
• Maintain records of current activities in permit tracking system.
• Advise contractors and citizens on ordinances, codes and necessary corrections.
• Interpret and apply applicable codes and ordinances.
• Issue notices.
• Initiate code enforcement actions.
• Prepare correspondence and construction estimates.
• Participate in code compliance enforcement actions, including coordination with legal counsel, case preparation, and providing testimony in administrative or court proceedings. Testify in court on violation cases.
• Provide staff support for meetings of the Building Code Advisory and Appeals Board.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Building and Construction?- Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures; zoning regulations, codes policies and ordinances.

• Customer and Personal Service?- Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services which includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

• Engineering and Technology?- Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology which includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

• Design?- Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

• Technology?- Knowledge of personal computers, word-processing, data base and spreadsheet software.

• Programming and Methods?- Knowledge of Lead Hazards and Lead Remediation methods.

• Critical Thinking and Complex Problem Solving?– Noticing a problem, thinking about the pros and cons; and figuring out the best way to solve it.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED; and one of the following:
  1. Five (5) years of documented journeyperson-level experience in a building, mechanical, electrical or plumbing trade; or
  2. Two (2) years of documented experience as a municipal building, mechanical, electrical, or plumbing inspector; or
  3. Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate’s degree or higher in Construction Management, Construction Technology, or Building Technology; or
  4. An equivalent combination of education and experience that meets the requirements as defined above.
• Possession of a valid Iowa Driver’s License
• Must possess, or be able to obtain within one (1) year of appointment, the following ICC certifications:
  1. Residential (B1) & Commercial (B2) Building Inspector

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Science, Construction Administration, engineering, architecture or related field; and
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in building inspection, code enforcement, plan review and/or construction experience.

PHYSICAL:

• Operates office equipment.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Subject to recall at various times including holidays and after hours.
• May remain in a stationary position for an hour or more.
• The ability to identify and avoid unsafe working conditions to maintain personal safety at all times.
• Ability to utilize appropriate safety equipment including eye protection, hearing protection, and respirators.
• Ability to test to the necessary fit testing standards for the appropriate level of respiratory protection for the position.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• General work is conducted in the field, some office work.
• Ability to work outdoors.
• May work in areas that are somewhat uncomfortable due to dirt, dust, fumes, noise, lighting, or temperature variation.
• Travels to various locations, ability to operate a variety of department vehicles.
• Ability to navigate various terrain including construction sites and function in a variety of weather conditions common in Iowa.
  
  

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:

Employee shall establish their principal place of residence within fifty (50) miles of their place of employment as soon as practicable after appointment, but within two years of appointment.

FLSA (OVERTIME) STATUS: Non-exempt