BUILDING INSPECTOR

NEWTON COUNTY, GEORGIA
Classification Specification

BUILDING INSPECTOR (1128)
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Purpose of Classification:

The purpose of this classification is to review and inspect commercial construction, repairs, and alterations to ensure
conformity to local, state and federal codes and regulations. Incumbents in this classification primarily conduct
inspections of commercial buildings but may also inspect residential buildings.

Essential Functions:

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude
them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties
may be required and assigned.

Conducts field inspections of commercial structures: inspects functional elements of new and existing structures for
conformance to applicable building, electrical, plumbing, and heating, ventilation and air conditioning codes,
regulations, plans, specifications, and standards; ensures compliance with applicable codes, regulations and
construction standards; reviews approved building plans and compares to actual construction; and performs the
same for residential buildings as assigned.

Identifies code violations and needed corrective action: communicates with contractors, business owners, and/or
property owners regarding inspection findings; identifies compliance issues and needed corrections or modification;
re-inspects after completion of required corrections/modifications; issues stop work orders or citations for violations
as needed; and prepares and presents evidence in court as needed.

Approves construction activities and final products which meet all building code requirements: and maintains
inspection records and related paperwork in department files.

Consults with property owners, contractors, developers, business owners, and the general public regarding codes,
inspection procedures, and other issues pertaining to code compliance programs and services: responds to
questions, complaints and/or requests for information; and explains and interprets applicable policies and
procedures, ordinances and code.

Performs a variety of administrative duties in support of inspection work: makes and returns phone calls; prioritizes
and schedules assigned inspections; completes daily log sheet; prepares inspection files, certification files, building
permits, letters, etc.; enters information collected into database; and maintains all related records and files.

Newton County, Georgia Building Inspector

Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable codes, regulations, and standards; reviews new codes
and changes to existing codes; maintains an awareness of new methods, materials, trends and advances in the
profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends seminars, workshops, and
training sessions as appropriate..

Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated
timeframes and per established procedures: prepares, completes, receives, reviews, processes, forwards or retains,
as appropriate, various forms, reports, correspondence, inspection files, turn down forms, certificates of completion,
permits, and other documentation; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department
reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.

Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet,
database, presentation, Internet, e-mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as
necessary to complete essential functions.

Communicates with supervisor, other County employees, contractors, builders, the public, and other individuals as
needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Additional Functions:

Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required, with vocational or technical training in residential building inspections or a
related field; supplemented by three years of experience in construction, building trades work, or related field; or
any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills,
and abilities for this job.

Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. Must possess
and maintain the following additional Inspector certifications from the International Code Council: Residential;
Plumbing; Electrical; and Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities: Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential
functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all County or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary
to function effectively in the position.

Performance Aptitudes:

Data Utilization: Requires the ability to evaluate, audit, deduce, and/or assess data using established criteria.
Includes exercising discretion in determining actual or probable consequences and in referencing such evaluation to
identify and select alternatives.

Human Interaction: Requires the ability to work with and apply principles of persuasion and/or influence over others
to coordinate programs or activities of a project, and resolve typical problems associated with the responsibilities of
the job.

Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control

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the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, and/or advisory data and
information.

Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; the ability
to calculate decimals and percentages; the ability to utilize principles of fractions; and the ability to interpret graphs.

Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions furnished
in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods
and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.

Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving
evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.

ADA Compliance:

Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving
some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and prolonged standing, and
which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20
pounds).

Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds,
odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental
conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, unsafe
structures, heights, confined spaces, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim lights, or
rude/irate customers.

Newton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County
will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective
and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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