What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Permit & License Inspector position at City of Jacksonville?
The Planning and Development Department is actively seeking a Building Permit & License Inspector.
Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee, you would also have twelve (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 ten (10) years of public service and on-time payments.
- Inspects properties for violations of building codes and ordinances.
- Ensures contractors are licensed and have obtained proper permitting.
- Investigates complaints of building violations.
- Issues citations to violators of building codes and ordinances.
- Prepares reports on observed violations and identifies conditions requiring correction.
- Photographs real property for evidence and possible prosecution of violators.
- Researches and maintains files and records of complaints and violations.
- Prepares for and appears in court for prosecution of violators of applicable ordinances.
- Answers questions from the public on compliance and violations of applicable ordinances.
- Operates camera, calculators, and personal computers using word processing, spreadsheet, and database.
- Operates a motor vehicle.
- Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville’s competencies.
- Performs related work as required.
- Knowledge of city building codes, ordinances, rules and regulations.
- Knowledge of building inspection procedures and techniques.
- Knowledge of construction procedures and terminology.
- Knowledge of construction drawings and plans.
- Knowledge of contractor licensing requirements.
- Knowledge of Duval County streets and sections.
- Knowledge of maps and property descriptions.
- Ability to inspect properties and report findings.
- Ability to read, comprehend and explain maps, property descriptions and technical manuals.
- Ability to create inspection reports using applicable computer equipment and software including using word processing, spreadsheet, and database.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
- Ability to operate photography equipment, and distance measuring devices.
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
A three-year combination of education, training and experience in real estate, land surveying, topographic drafting, property title search, or compliance inspections or enforcement activities relating to local, state or federal code violations.
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.
City of Jacksonville Public Driver Certification must qualify for prior to appointment, obtain and maintain during employment.
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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 sixty (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 : $47,036
