Certified Hospital Inspector of Record (HCAI)

For questions regarding this position please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Riverside University Health System (RUHS) is recruiting a Certified Hospital Inspector of Record (IOR) to perform highly specialized technical and administrative duties related to county medical and mental health facility construction and alteration projects. The position is responsible for ensuring that projects under RUHS comply with applicable state requirements and regulations administered by the California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) formerly known as the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development (OSHPD). The position also performs other related duties as assigned.

The Certified Hospital Inspector of Record (HCAI) reports to the Chief Clinical Integration Officer or designee and serves as the hospital governing boards designated HCAI-certified Inspector of Record (IOR). The incumbent exercises independent professional judgment in monitoring and enforcing compliance with the California Building Standards Code (Title 24) HCAI-approved construction documents and applicable state laws regulations and requirements governing hospital construction. The HCAI functions independently of contractors and design professionals and is directly accountable to the hospital governing board for the integrity accuracy and completeness of all inspection activities and related documentation. The incumbents responsibilities help ensure regulatory compliance and mitigate potential regulatory financial operational and legal risks to the organization.

Candidates must possess a current and valid California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) Hospital Inspector Certification Class A authorizing the inspection of all phases of hospital construction including major structural construction. The required HCAI certification must be maintained in active and good standing throughout employment. The incumbent must also satisfy all applicable HCAI continuing education and certification renewal requirements.

This position follows a 9/80 work schedule and is primarily an in-person position . The primary work location is the medical center in Moreno Valley with travel to the behavioral health hospital and other RUHS facilities as required. The position requires prolonged periods of standing and walking in active construction areas depending on project and inspection requirements.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Provide continuous personal inspection of all phases of hospital construction including structural architectural mechanical electrical plumbing fire/life safety systems and seismic anchorage and bracing of non-structural components.

Observe work to verify compliance with HCAI-approved plans specifications addenda deferred submittals and Construction Change Documents (CCDs).

Maintain the official HCAI Inspectors Job File including daily inspection reports verified reports inspection logs deviation notices and required HCAI forms; implement and monitor the approved Testing Inspection and Observation (TIO) Program.

Issue written notice of non-conforming work and report unresolved deviations to HCAI.

Verify materials delivered to the site match approved submittals prior to installation.

Ensure interim life safety measures do not compromise patient care or hospital operations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPTION I
Education: Completion of 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university preferably with course work in engineering architecture construction management building code compliance or a closely related field. Additional coursework in structural engineering seismic systems or healthcare construction is highly desirable. Additional qualifying experience may substitute for up to two years of the required education on the basis of one year of full-time experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units of the required education.

Experience: Four (4) years of experience working on Type I or Type II building/construction projects in a role such as architect engineer owner local building official or representative of a general contractor. This experience must have include technical inspection of major structural and nonstructural building systems and components.

OPTION II
Experience: At least 5 years of documented experience performing technical inspections on Type I or Type II construction as defined by the California Building Code. Experience must include at least 4 years of healthcare facility construction projects subject to HCAI jurisdiction.

ALL OPTIONS

License/Certificate: Possession of a current valid California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) Hospital Inspector Certification: Class A (authorizing inspection of all phases including major structural construction). Must remain in good standing with HCAI and maintain required continuing education.

Possession of a valid California Driver License.
Knowledge of: Highly advanced and authoritative provisions of the California Building Standards Code (Title 24 CCR) HCAI regulations fire and life safety standards for acute care hospitals seismic anchorage and bracing requirements for non-structural components and TIO Program requirements.

Ability to: Plan organize and direct the work of a facilities construction unit; develop and evaluate design and construction standards and criteria; coordinate the development of construction projects through completion; understand interpret apply and enforce codes regulations specifications schedules and contract provisions; perform calculations used in construction design and cost estimating; communicate effectively orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with architects engineers contractors and various public officials including inspectors and administrators.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

For information about this posting contact the recruiter Angela Levinson at or .

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference and as applicable the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate spouses death certificate a letter of spouses disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veterans Administration. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans preference. For complete details and documentation requirements please review the Veterans Preference Policy C-3 here: Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: Location and Telework
In-person attendance is the standard work expectation for County of Riverside assignments. Certain assignments may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule; however telework arrangements are subject to management approval operational needs and/or may be modified or discontinued at any time. Employees who telework are expected to be able to report to their assigned worksite on short notice or as operational needs require. Unless otherwise specified for a particular position employees are expected to reside in California following appointment. Limited exceptions may apply. Applicants should contact the assigned recruiter for additional information regarding work location expectations telework eligibility and residency requirements.

Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. ( AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs including H1-B visas and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

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