Construction Code Inspector

Position Description Anne Arundel County Government is currently hiring for a full-time permanent Construction Code Inspector position in the Office of Inspections and Permits. This is a Safety Sensitive position, and employees in this position are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) and Alcohol Testing. Nature and Variety of Work Work involves responsibility for inspecting new and existing structures through the entire installation on industrial, commercial, and residential construction for compliance with established codes and regulations. Work also involves inspecting plans, blueprints, and diagrams of industrial, commercial, and residential building construction, alteration, and repair, and inspecting the construction at the construction site for compliance with legally established requirements. Employees in this class perform multidisciplinary inspections based on the number of trade licenses or certifications held by the employee. Work requires the exercise of independent judgment in the interpretation of codes and regulations in the area of specialization. Work is performed under general supervision, within established policies, regulations, and technical guidelines, and is reviewed by a superior for code conformity through conferences and reports. Examples of Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Performs code compliance inspection work for conformance to codes, ordinances, and standards and to detect potential hazards. Reviews complaints from contractors, citizens, and other County agencies pertaining to non-permitted work, unsafe installations, and code violations; prepares complaint reports. Confers with contractors to resolve installation problems related to code interpretation, correction of code violations, and alternative installations to meet the intent of related codes. Prepares written stop work orders, pass/fail notices, and/or citations for violations or corrective action to construction professionals and the general public. Maintains and updates computerized databases on plans with permits and licensed electrical contractors and electricians, master plumbers and contractors, and licenses required by the state of inspections. Review contractors' licensure for code compliance and periodically checks to ensure that licenses required have been issued; files a complaint with the appropriate discipline if the license has not been issued. Performs field inspections, prepares reports of findings and recommendations, and offers testimony at hearings on violations. Maintains a permit file of appropriate permits issued and coordinates inspection schedule through an automated inspection system. Enter inspection results into a computer. Checks blueprints, wiring diagrams, plans, and sketches for proposed electrical installations; reviews wiring diagrams to determine conformity to established safety factors and code and ordinance requirements; recommends approval of plans or discusses with engineers, contractors, builders, or owners, or modifications to be made in plans to conform to requirements. Reviews and checks for proper electrical licenses. Secures and maintains compliance with local and national codes and regulations governing the plans, materials, and workmanship of the installation of electrical systems and associated equipment. Conducts or assists in conducting difficult and complex inspections, including industrial, commercial, and residential construction. Performs related work as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to use methods and techniques to detect and locate defective installations and to ascertain the stage of installation when most easily found and remedied. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, contractors, craftsmen, and the public when addressing inspections and regulatory matters, and to enforce applicable code regulations with firmness, tact, and impartiality. Ability to read and interpret plans, blueprints, diagrams, and specifications as related to installations and modifications of inspection. Ability to calculate mathematical formulas and use other math skills as defined by the area of discipline. Ability to operate a computer and to research permit files. Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding, use hand tools, and lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally. Minimum Qualifications Education: Graduation from high school. Experience: Four (4) or more years of experience as a journeyman plumber, journeyman HVACR mechanic, journeyman electrician, or in building construction; State certificate in building inspection, International Code Council certification in building, plumbing, electrical, or HVAC mechanical, or a Master Trade License issued by the State in plumbing, electrical, or HVACR mechanical; and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license. This position is Safety Sensitive. Employees in this position are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) and Alcohol testing. Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Plans BlueChoice Advantage EPO BlueChoice Advantage PPO Dental Insurance CIGNA Dental PPO (Buy-Up) CIGNA Dental PPO (CORE) CIGNA Dental HMO (DHMO) Vision Insurance EyeMed Employee Life Insurance Term insurance of $10,000 for employees at no cost. Ability to purchase Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Disability Income Insurance Pension Plan Normal retirement after 30 years of service or Age 60 and 10 years of service or election to enroll in the Employees Retirement Savings Plan. Deferred Compensation Section 457 Plan Direct Deposit Credit Union Holidays Twelve days provided per calendar year, thirteen in general election year Annual Leave Less than 5 years - 13 days 5 years to less than 10 years - 15 days 10 years to less than 20 years - 20 days 20 years or more - 26 days Some positions will receive additional paid annual leave in lieu of holidays and personal leave. Disability Leave Accrual at a rate of 15 days a year Personal Leave Day, five per calendar year Leave Sharing Employee Assistance Program Free, confidential counseling for employee and family members 4X per year per problem per family member; also counseling on legal and financial issues; assistance in locating childcare and elder care Flexible Spending Accounts Dependent Care Reimbursement Health Care Reimbursement Voluntary Benefits Provides you an opportunity to enroll in any or all of the benefits listed below with the convenience of payroll deduction Universal Life Insurance with Long Term Care Rider United Legal Benefits #J-18808-Ljbffr