Combination Inspector

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Inspects building construction to insure code compliance. Reviews civil and construction documents plans assists and advises contractors and others regarding construction and land use regulations. Assists and advises contractors engineers developers and others with compliance with building and site construction floodplain and other applicable development regulations. Conducts inspections on permits issued; performs follow-up inspections with regard to noncompliance violations and/or complaints. Records inspection findings and results. Issues notices of violation and/or stop work orders when required. Maintains various records and reports (i.e. inspections performed permits issues conditions found actions taken). Interprets building/land use codes in response to inquiries from architects engineers contractors and the general public.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

Ability to read and interpret moderately complex construction documents specifications plats and profiles. Knowledge of construction methods materials and processes. Knowledge of computer programs and applications Ability to interpret a variety of applicable to codes/regulations regarding construction and appearance standards. Performs other related duties as required.

PERFORMANCE APTITUDES

Data Utilization: Requires the ability to evaluate audit deduce and/or assess data and/or information using established criteria. Includes exercise of discretion in determining actual or probable consequences and in referencing such evaluation to identify and select alternatives. Human Interaction: Requires the ability to provide guidance assistance and/or interpretation to others on how to apply procedures and standards to specific situations. Equipment Machinery

Tools and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment machinery tools and/or materials used in performing essential functions.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a variety of advisory and design data and information such as code books maps drawings and manuals.

Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to calculate decimals and percentages; ability to perform mathematical operations with fractions; ability to compute discount interest profit and loss ratio and proportion; ability to calculate surface areas volumes weights and measures. Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of influence systems such as motivation incentive and leadership. Ability to exercise independent judgment to apply facts and principles for developing approaches and techniques to problem resolution.

Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise the judgment decisiveness and creativity required in situations involving the evaluation of information against sensory judgmental or subjective criteria as opposed to that which is clearly measurable or verifiable.

ADA COMPLIANCE

Physical Ability: Tasks involve the regular and at times sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing stooping kneeling crouching and crawling and that may involve the lifting carrying pushing and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds).

Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate depths. Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability.

Environmental Factors: Tasks may risk exposure to dust violence heat cold odors toxic agents noise smoke vibrations wetness humidity disease machinery electrical currents and bright or dim lights.

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

The work performance of non-supervisory personnel of the City of Daytona Beach is routinely evaluated according to the performance criteria outlined herein: Knowledge of Job: Has considerable knowledge of the methods procedures and policies of the City of Daytona Beach as such pertain to the performance of the essential duties of Combination Inspector. Has considerable knowledge of principles and practices of technical inspection work. Has considerable knowledge of the laws ordinances standards and regulations pertaining to the essential duties and responsibilities of the position. Has considerable knowledge of the laws ordinances standards and regulations pertaining to the essential duties and responsibilities of the position. Has considerable knowledge of the organization of the department and of related departments and agencies. Clearly understands the occupational hazards and safety precautions required to perform the essential functions of the work. Has considerable knowledge of terminology and related professional languages used within the department as such pertain to work responsibilities. Knows how to maintain cooperative and effective relationships with intra- and interdepartmental personnel as well as any external entities with which position interacts. Knowledge of Erosion and Sedimentation Control measures. Knowledge and ability in mathematics and construction terminology. Ability to read and interpret moderately complex construction plans plats and profiles. Knowledge of the principle's materials and methods of site preparation and construction. Knowledge of computer programs and applications Knowledge of the City’s Land Development Code construction standards. Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions. Ability to make technical inspections and to enforce regulations firmly and tactfully. Ability to keep coherent inspection records and make reports.

Quality of Work: Maintains high standards of accuracy in performing duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains quality communication and interaction with intra- and interdepartmental personnel and any external entities with which position interacts.

Quantity of Work: Performs described Essential Functions and related assignments efficiently and effectively in a manner to produce a quantity of work which consistently meets established standards and expectations.

Dependability: Assumes responsibility for completion of assigned functions. Completes assigned work within established deadlines in accordance with directives policies standards and prescribed procedures. Maintains accountability for assigned responsibilities in the technical human and conceptual areas.

Attendance: Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness. Provides sufficient notice to upper management with respect to vacation time and leave requests.

Initiative and Enthusiasm: Exhibits an enthusiastic self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. Strives to anticipate work to be accomplished and initiates appropriate and acceptable action for the completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction.

Judgment: Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies issues or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identification of alternative solutions to issues or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advisement where appropriate and research issues situations and alternatives prior to exercising judgment. Cooperation: Accepts supervisory and managerial instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same. Questions such instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences is justified (i.e. poor communications variance with established policies and procedures etc.). Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation both intra- and interdepartmentally.

Relationships with Others: Shares knowledge with managers supervisors and co-workers for mutual benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among all employees. Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships both intra- and interdepartmentally and with external entities with whom position interacts. Tactfully and effectively handles requests suggestions and complaints in order to establish and maintain good will. Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image.

Coordination of Work: Plans and organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. Avoids duplication of effort. Estimates expected time of completion for work elements and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Attends required meetings planning sessions and discussions on time. Implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules. Safety and Housekeeping: Adheres to all established safety and housekeeping standards to include regulatory entities. Ensures such standards are not violated.

The City of Daytona Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act the City of Daytona Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Exempt : No

Type : FT Employee

Department : Growth Management and Planning