What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housing Inspector I (Certified) position at City of Berkeley?
This work requires considerable independence and discretion in field inspections, although more experienced Housing Inspectors are available for advice and assistance on highly technical matters.
See the full job class specification here: https://tinyurl.com/BerkeleyHousingInspectorI
A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is graduation from high school and experience as specified below:
- Two (2) years of full time experience equivalent to an Assistant Inspector for a public agency, OR
- One (1) year of experience equivalent to a building inspector or housing inspector or code enforcement inspector for a public agency, OR
- Four (4) years of experience as a home inspector, journey level carpenter, electrician, plumber, building plans examiner, public works inspector, or permit specialist, OR
- Three (3) years of experience in construction trades as a licensed general, plumbing, electrical or mechanical contractor, superintendent or supervisor of building construction, or any combination thereof.
- Possession of an International Code Council (ICC) or California (CA) certification in Residential Building or Housing Inspection or Code Enforcement, or equivalent ICC or CA Legacy Certification.
- Ability to travel to various locations within and outside the City of Berkeley to meet the program needs and to fulfill the job responsibilities. When driving on City business, incumbent must maintain a valid California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format.
The exam process will include, but is not limited to:
Application review for minimum qualifications and required documents (qualifying experience will be calculated based on the administrative review date)
Competitive review and assessment of responses to the supplemental questionnaire and applicants' education, training, and experience to determine the best qualified candidates
Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content and may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The examination process and dates are subject to change. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any assessment component as needs dictate. Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment eligible list that hiring departments will use to conduct final selection interviews.
Reasonable Accommodations: The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to hr@berkeleyca.gov at the time of application.
Salary : $92,377 - $109,591
