Building - Construction Trades Inspector Senior

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The Planning Development Department is actively seeking four (4) Building- Construction Trades Inspector Senior.
 
Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee, you would also have 12 paid holidays and a personal leave day as well?   In addition to health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available.   City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of public service and on-time payments.

This is technical work at the lead worker level inspecting construction projects and examining residential, commercial and industrial construction drawings, plans and other specifications for compliance with applicable construction codes and specifications.  The work requires a basic understanding of the theories, principles, practices, methods and terminology used in building design and construction and applicable codes and the ability to develop and conduct training and public information programs, which are learned through a combination of specialized training and considerable experience.  Trains and monitors the work of inspectors.  Contacts require skills in tactfulness, understanding, assertiveness and influencing behavior when resolving complaints and enforcing City codes.  The work is standardized in that tasks are covered by substantially diversified procedures and specialized standards requiring use of judgment.  Work is performed both indoors and outdoors where there are some risks and hazards, but they are somewhat known, predictable and controllable.  Operates standard office equipment such as telephone and laptop computer, motor vehicle, hand-tools, testing equipment, and standard measuring devices. The physical demands consist of driving, sitting, climbing, standing, walking, and occasional lifting of objects weighing up to 40 pounds.  The work is performed under limited supervision where assignments are subject to established methods and techniques and the work is reviewed for quality and adherence to established methods, standards and policies.  

• Inspects one and two family dwellings and in-trade commercial and residential structures under construction for compliance with building codes and construction practices.
• Halts construction project if unsafe or non-conforming conditions exist.
• Issues building code citations and presents cases before regulatory agencies.
• Examines construction designs, plans and blueprints for compliance with codes and regulations.
• Operates a computer using word processing, spreadsheet, database, permitting and inspection software.
• Resolves complaints and instructs homeowners, builders and contractors on applicable codes and corrections.
• Prepares correspondence to direct correction of code violations.
• Prepares records, files and reports.
• Develops and conducts public information programs.
• Resolves hand-held computer problems in the field and elevates unresolved problems to Division Office.
• Trains and monitors the work of inspectors for system improvements.
• Reviews inspection methods and techniques and recommends improvements for process efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Recommends and develops standard operating procedures.
• Conducts quality assurance inspections of consultants’ work.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville’s competencies.
• Performs related work as required.

• Knowledge of applicable codes, standards and regulations.
• Knowledge of the theories, principles, and practices, and terminology used in building design and construction.
• Knowledge of hand-held computer system.
• Knowledge of inspection process.
• Knowledge of process management theories and techniques.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations including basic geometry. 
• Ability to develop viable process improvements.
• Ability to develop and conduct training and public information programs.
• Ability to train and monitor the work of others.
• Ability to inspect buildings, land and structures.
• Ability to detect and locate defective workmanship and materials.
• Ability to read and interpret construction designs, plans and blueprints.
• Ability to develop and conduct training and public information programs. 
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing, including making presentations before large groups.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, including sitting, climbing, and occasional lifting of objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment such as telephone and laptop computer, including word processing, spreadsheet, and permit tracking software and email system.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

OPEN REQUIRMENTS: 

•  A six-year combination of education, and/or experience at the technical or professional level in the construction or inspection of buildings.  
• May be required to furnish and operate an automobile in good condition for use in City business for which mileage compensation will be paid.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: 

• A valid driver’s license is required prior to appointment and must be maintained during employment in this class. 
• Must qualify for prior to appointment, obtain, and maintain during employment in this class a City of Jacksonville Certification as a Public Driver.

Building Inspection­:  

• Must possess a standard State of Florida Certificate as a Building Inspector and a standard State of Florida Certificate as a Plans Examiner and must maintain same during employment in this class.    

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 

• The probationary period for this classification is six months.  
• This classification performs safety-sensitive functions and is subject to pre-employment, random and other drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonville’s Drug Free Workplace Policy (0401).

A FULLY COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. Apply at www.jacksonville.gov.    Work history is required for all employment/volunteer work in which qualifications are being based. When meeting/basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript, with your social blacked out, is required with your application.  Transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the school’s name, classes taken, grades received, type of degree, and date degree was conferred.  
 
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Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.
 
If claiming veteran's preference, you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status, dates of service and character of discharge.  You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable, the additional forms as noted here:  http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference
 
If a candidate believes he or she was not afforded veteran’s preference, he or she may file a written complaint, within 60 calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision, requesting an investigation to:
 
Florida Department of Veterans Affairs
Attention:  Veterans’ Preference Coordinator
11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311-K
Largo, FL  33778-1630
Email: VeteransPreference@fdva.state.fl.us

Salary : $63,000 - $66,150