Salary : $100,380.80 Annually
Location : Davie, FL
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 25-047
Department : Building
Opening Date : 02 / 05 / 2025
Description
Under supervision of the Chief Structural Inspector, performs technical work associated with the reviewing of structural plans to assure compliance with the Florida Building Code, occasionally performing structural field inspections, and a variety of other duties associated with enforcement of the Florida Building Code.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Reads and interprets blueprints and specifications for construction plans and designs, reviews proposed plans for conformance to applicable codes and regulations.
- Performs systematic site inspections of skilled trades work for new and existing construction within the city, to ensure compliance with all applicable City, State, and Federal code and regulatory requirements in their respective trades, e.g., structural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing.
- Verifies compliance with approved building permits, plans, and specifications; reviews and approves workmanship of completed projects.
- Collaborates with independent contractors and subcontractors, engineers, architects, homeowners, and internal administrative support to ensure all required documentation is completed and submitted for approval of requested permits and licenses.
- Identifies compliance problems and issues code violations; meets with violators and the general public to explain and interpret city codes and advises violator of expected time frame to correct infraction; performs re-inspection to determine if corrections have been made to
achieve compliance.
Reviews, maintains and updates all files, documents, records, and reports of inspections activities and findings.Communicates with Building Official and Chief Inspector on any problems, code issues, or regulatory requirements that have not been resolved.Reviews, maintains and updates all files, documents, records, and reports of inspections activities and findings.Maintains current knowledge of trends and regulatory developments for application to functional areas undercharge; attends annual continuing education courses for re-certification.Provides assistance and support to technical level Inspectors with moderately complex issues.As needed, responds to after-hours emergency situations and evaluates life and safety hazards relating to public or private structures.Assists the Building Official and Chief Structural Inspector with the management of the division as required by them.Serve as a Division liaison for the implementation of new software and other information technology upgrades.Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)
EDUCATION : REQUIRED :
Graduation from an accredited High School or GED.LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
REQUIRED :
Must meet all the requirements for appointment as a Structural Plans Examiner as specified by the Florida Building Code, Chapter 1, Broward County Amendments, 104.10A valid Class "E" Florida driver's license.PREFERRED :
Certification as a Building Plans Examiner from the Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board (BCAIB) or the ability to obtain the certification within 60 days;Be able to obtain a Building Plans Examiner certification from the Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals (BORA) within 60 days.Special Requirements
Current Incentives / Benefits :
Health Insurance100% paid by the Town for single coverage, 50% paid by the Town for dependents.
Schedule : 4 day work week - 10 hours per day (Monday-Thursday)Leave :Holidays - 13 days per year.
Sick Leave - 3.69 hours accrued per pay periodVacation Leave - Accrue 2 weeks per year, accrual rate increases every 5 years (capped at 4 weeks after 10 years of service).Birthday Leave - 1 day per year after successfully passing probationQuality Service - 1 day per year after successfully passing probation and other conditions.Wellness Days - 2 days per year after successfully passing probation.Pension / Retirement :Town Sponsored Pension - mandatory 3% contributions per pay period.
457 Deferred Compensation Plan - Employee is entitled to make voluntary contributions through the payroll to the Town sponsored 457 deferred compensation plan only.Uniforms : Provided by the Department.Supplemental Information
The selection process will include successfully meeting the minimum requirements of each of the following : an oral assessment, background investigation and a medical examination which includes a drug screening test and physical examination.APPLICATION ASSISTANCE / INFORMATION :
Incomplete fields : all fields must be completed, putting see resume on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.Required documentation : copies of any certifications, licenses or competencies from an accredited institution must be submitted with your application by closing date of posting unless otherwise stated.Driving history : to request a copy of your Florida driving history, visit flhsmv.govMilitary personnel records : to request your completed military personnel record, go to archives.govAssistance with online application : for assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email : support@governmentjobs.com. Applicant Support is available between 9 : 00 a.m. and 8 : 00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.Additional assistance : for other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.REGULATIONS / ACCOMMODATIONS
EEO Policy : it is the policy of the Town to prohibit discrimination in hiring, promotion, compensation, discharge, and all terms and conditions of employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, gender identity(inclusive of a person's actual or perceived sex, and includes self-image, appearance behavior or expression, whether or not different from that traditionally associated with legal sex assigned to the person at birth), marital status, military status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation, or retaliation for reporting same.Tobacco Policy : the Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.Reasonable Accommodations : applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during the job application process may contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.E-Verify : the Town of Davie participates in E-Verify. Federal Law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify, please contact 1-888-897-7781.Veterans' Preference : the Town of Davie will grant Veterans' Preference to eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States in compliance with applicable federal and state laws concerning Veterans' Preference.The Town of Davie offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life, and long term disability insurance.
For a more detailed overview of our benefits package,
Are you a High School graduate from an accredited High School or possess a GED?
Do you possess at least five (5) years combined experience in the field of construction or a related field, building code inspection, or structural plans review?
Do you possess all the requirements for appointment as a Structural Plans Examiner as specified by the Florida Building Code, Chapter 1, Broward County Amendments, 104.10
Are you a Florida Registered Architect or a Florida Licensed Professional Engineer?
Do you currently possess a combination of post-secondary education in the field of construction, building experience which totals three (3) years, with at least one (1) year of such total being experience in construction, building code inspection, or plans review?
Are you a Standard Inspector appointed as such, for a minimum of one (1) year by an AHJ or school board within the State of Florida?
Do you possess a current Certificate of Competency or a Professional Engineer license or Architect registration issued by at least one (I) of the following entities : A. Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board.B. Broward County Central Examining Board of Building Construction Trades.C. Miami-Dade County Construction Trades Qualifying Board.D. Florida Board of Professional Engineers Department of Business and Professional Regulation as an Architect.
Do you possess a current certification as a General Contractor from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation or Broward County Central Examinations Board?
Do you currently possess a Building Plans Examiner certification from the Florida Building Code Administration and Inspectors?
Have you had a suspended and / or revoked driver's license within the past sixty (60) months (not insurance related)?
Have you used any tobacco products within the past six (6) months including nicotine and E-Cigarettes?
If you selected "Yes" to the question above please list the last date you used tobacco products.
Required Question
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