What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Works Inspector position at Mariposa County?
DEFINITION:
To perform a variety of duties in the inspection of public works infrastructure projects and development projects; ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, county codes, and building codes; assist with ordinance revision and development as applicable to public works inspection functions; performs plan checks for public works structures; answers questions concerning development and infrastructure requirements from the public and tradespeople; and performs related duties as assigned.
The Public Works Inspector I is an entry-level employee in the Public Works Inspector series. Incumbents will learn on the job, and assignments are subject to close review and evaluation while in progress and upon completion. This classification is flexibly staffed with the Public Works Inspector II, and incumbents typically advance to the higher level after gaining experience and achieving proficiency that meets the Public Works Inspector II requirements. This class is distinguished from the journey level by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series.
The Public Works Inspector II is a journey-level position in the Public Works Inspector series. Employees in this classification function within a framework of standard policies and procedures. Employees at this level perform more complex technical functions, have more significant consequences of failure, or have a greater workload.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Public Works Inspector I - Receives immediate supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no supervision over staff.
Public Works Inspector II—Employees in this classification receive general supervision from supervisory management and work within standard policies and procedures. The employee may also provide technical supervision and training related to the work of a Public Works Inspector I.EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Oversees and participates in the enforcement of laws, codes, and ordinances dealing with standards for public works infrastructure.
Performs field inspections to ensure compliance.
Issues notices of non-compliance as appropriate.
Monitors construction projects to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with approved plans, specifications, applicable codes, and regulatory requirements.
Observes and measures project materials to ensure proper quality construction materials are used.
Conducts final inspection upon project completion
Coordinates inspection assignments with other County departments, developers, and government agencies.
Performs plan checks for Public Works and development-related infrastructure projects.
Explains and interprets applicable codes and ordinances for the general public, contractors, architects, engineers, and others.
Investigates citizen complaints regarding code violations.
Keeps abreast of changes to codes and regulations applicable to assigned area(s) of public works inspection.
Maintains Public Works inspection records; prepares correspondence and reports; maintains accurate documentation.
Provides consultation and recommendations for inspection and ordinance development and revision.
Learns and performs sample extraction and laboratory and field testing of construction materials, including the use of the nuclear soil gauge
Performs related duties as assigned.
Public Works Inspector II (in addition to the above):
Inspects major and minor subdivision road construction for land developments for compliance with County standards and conditions of approval.
Issues inspect and oversee private and commercial encroachment permits on County and/or Zone of Benefit roads.
Inspects work completed under the County Grading Ordinance and Improvement Standards
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions within the working conditions. Work is performed in an office and field environment. The incumbent drives on surface streets and may be exposed to traffic hazards, construction and equipment hazards, air contaminants, adverse weather conditions, temperature and noise extremes, wetness, fumes, dust, odors, skin irritants, and working at heights.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Requires the mobility to work in an office and field environment. Requires the ability to sit at a desk for long periods and intermittently walk, stand, climb, balance, bend, crouch, and reach while performing office duties and/or fieldwork; traverse uneven terrain; lift and/or move light to moderately heavy weights; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation. Must be able to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, communicating with others, reading and writing, and operating office and specialized field equipment. Must be able to use a telephone to communicate verbally and a keyboard to communicate through written means, to review information and enter/retrieve data, and to see and read characters on a computer screen.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Education:
Graduation from high school or GED
Experience:
Public Works Inspector I:
Two (2) years of experience in construction, engineering, or a related field.
Public Works Inspector II:
Four (4) years of experience in construction, engineering, or a related field,
Or
Two (2) years of employment as a Public Works Inspector I.
Substitution:
Thirty (30) units of coursework in civil engineering, architecture, construction management, or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) year of experience. For applicants using education to qualify, a degree or transcripts must be attached to the application.
Additional Requirements
Possession of a valid California driver’s license. Under certain circumstances, Human Resources may accept a valid driver’s license from another State if the applicant acknowledges his/her intent to acquire a California driver’s license within three months by signing an acknowledgment form. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions pertaining to this or other essential functions of this classification.
To perform a variety of duties in the inspection of public works infrastructure projects and development projects; ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, county codes, and building codes; assist with ordinance revision and development as applicable to public works inspection functions; performs plan checks for public works structures; answers questions concerning development and infrastructure requirements from the public and tradespeople; and performs related duties as assigned.
The Public Works Inspector I is an entry-level employee in the Public Works Inspector series. Incumbents will learn on the job, and assignments are subject to close review and evaluation while in progress and upon completion. This classification is flexibly staffed with the Public Works Inspector II, and incumbents typically advance to the higher level after gaining experience and achieving proficiency that meets the Public Works Inspector II requirements. This class is distinguished from the journey level by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series.
The Public Works Inspector II is a journey-level position in the Public Works Inspector series. Employees in this classification function within a framework of standard policies and procedures. Employees at this level perform more complex technical functions, have more significant consequences of failure, or have a greater workload.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Public Works Inspector I - Receives immediate supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no supervision over staff.
Public Works Inspector II—Employees in this classification receive general supervision from supervisory management and work within standard policies and procedures. The employee may also provide technical supervision and training related to the work of a Public Works Inspector I.EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Oversees and participates in the enforcement of laws, codes, and ordinances dealing with standards for public works infrastructure.
Performs field inspections to ensure compliance.
Issues notices of non-compliance as appropriate.
Monitors construction projects to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with approved plans, specifications, applicable codes, and regulatory requirements.
Observes and measures project materials to ensure proper quality construction materials are used.
Conducts final inspection upon project completion
Coordinates inspection assignments with other County departments, developers, and government agencies.
Performs plan checks for Public Works and development-related infrastructure projects.
Explains and interprets applicable codes and ordinances for the general public, contractors, architects, engineers, and others.
Investigates citizen complaints regarding code violations.
Keeps abreast of changes to codes and regulations applicable to assigned area(s) of public works inspection.
Maintains Public Works inspection records; prepares correspondence and reports; maintains accurate documentation.
Provides consultation and recommendations for inspection and ordinance development and revision.
Learns and performs sample extraction and laboratory and field testing of construction materials, including the use of the nuclear soil gauge
Performs related duties as assigned.
Public Works Inspector II (in addition to the above):
Inspects major and minor subdivision road construction for land developments for compliance with County standards and conditions of approval.
Issues inspect and oversee private and commercial encroachment permits on County and/or Zone of Benefit roads.
Inspects work completed under the County Grading Ordinance and Improvement Standards
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions within the working conditions. Work is performed in an office and field environment. The incumbent drives on surface streets and may be exposed to traffic hazards, construction and equipment hazards, air contaminants, adverse weather conditions, temperature and noise extremes, wetness, fumes, dust, odors, skin irritants, and working at heights.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Requires the mobility to work in an office and field environment. Requires the ability to sit at a desk for long periods and intermittently walk, stand, climb, balance, bend, crouch, and reach while performing office duties and/or fieldwork; traverse uneven terrain; lift and/or move light to moderately heavy weights; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation. Must be able to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, communicating with others, reading and writing, and operating office and specialized field equipment. Must be able to use a telephone to communicate verbally and a keyboard to communicate through written means, to review information and enter/retrieve data, and to see and read characters on a computer screen.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Education:
Graduation from high school or GED
Experience:
Public Works Inspector I:
Two (2) years of experience in construction, engineering, or a related field.
Public Works Inspector II:
Four (4) years of experience in construction, engineering, or a related field,
Or
Two (2) years of employment as a Public Works Inspector I.
Substitution:
Thirty (30) units of coursework in civil engineering, architecture, construction management, or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) year of experience. For applicants using education to qualify, a degree or transcripts must be attached to the application.
Additional Requirements
Possession of a valid California driver’s license. Under certain circumstances, Human Resources may accept a valid driver’s license from another State if the applicant acknowledges his/her intent to acquire a California driver’s license within three months by signing an acknowledgment form. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions pertaining to this or other essential functions of this classification.
This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document.
Salary : $5,010 - $6,728
