Senior Building Inspector (Part-Time)

Job Title

Under direction, takes the lead in inspecting new and existing buildings and structures to ensure compliance with the State Uniform Construction Code and enforces same to ensure public safety, health, and welfare; does related work.

Examples of Duties

Responsible for examining plans for new structures to ensure compliance with building subcodes. Responsible for work assignments and instructions to subordinate inspectors and other personnel. Responsible and performs work involved in the issuance of building, sign, and demolition permits. Examines and approves plans and applications for the renovation and construction of buildings. Inspects buildings during construction and as a result of request by lawyers or other agencies. Investigates building construction complaints. Supervises and performs the work involved in the collection of fees. Responsible for the establishment and maintenance of records and files. Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronics and/or manual recording and computerized information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Typical Qualifications

License: Possession of a valid Building Inspector's License of the appropriate class issued by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs. Appointees will be required to possess a driver license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position. Experience: One (1) year of experience in construction code, code enforcement involving the reviewing and approval of plans of the appropriate class for building construction and renovation work and/or in conducting building inspections to determine compliance with state and local building codes and ordinances. Knowledge and Abilities: Ability to analyze and interpret the State Uniform Construction Code, local building code, and other local ordinances that apply to buildings, and other laws, rules, regulations, and policies applicable to buildings. Ability to carry out provisions of the State Uniform Construction Code as they relate to residential and small commercial structures, industrial and commercial structures, and to high-rise/hazardous structures. Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible for a long time as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

Supplemental Information

*Must hold a valid HHS License