Inspector III - Zoning- Planning and Development Services; Civil Service

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The Inspector III - Zoning provides specialized and complex inspection, plan analysis, investigation, enforcement, and assistance in regard to Zoning Ordinances of the City of Dallas.

Inspects and performs evaluations on contractor installation of permitted and approved work. Investigates alleged violations of local codes, ordinances, and regulations; determines violations and appropriate correction measures; determines and communicates methods to achieve conformance and approves alternate methods for compliance. Issues and drafts notices of violation, citations or closures, conducts follow‑up inspections to ensure corrections are made. Provides information to customers regarding codes and other regulatory requirements;

serves as a subject matter expert on related regulatory codes and permitting. May provide testimony during hearings and trials for prosecution of violators of applicable Dallas City Codes. Examines installation and construction work performed by outside contractors and city personnel to enforce compliance with contract specifications and ensure quality control; visits job sites to inspect work and materials on hand.

Reviews construction plans for compliance with Zoning regulations; inspects work performed at construction sites in a specific trades area, issues red, yellow or green tags depending on contractor's compliance with code, and maintains information on permits issued in assigned area and daily activities Provides and participates in various training as necessary. Keeps abreast of new materials used in construction, and changes in relevant codes and ordinances.

Writes citations when necessary to correct violations of code or ordinances. Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.

• Knowledge of inspection procedures, protocols, and policies.
• Ability to conduct thorough inspections.
• Ability to establish a good rapport and working relationship with federal, state, and local agencies, other city departments, and the general public.
• Knowledge of human relations and supervision necessary to function as a lead worker.
• Ability to use inspection tools.
• Thorough knowledge of construction methods and techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of building, construction, and related Zoning codes.
• May require ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications, depending on assignment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply City codes and ordinances.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Ability to effectively enforce city codes and code‑related rules and regulations with firmness, tact, and impartiality.

• High school diploma or GED.

• Four (4) years of experience in municipal zoning, building or signs inspection.

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering, planning or architecture field will qualify.
• Associate degree in a specified field plus two (2) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.

• Valid driver's license with good driving record.
• Must have a current Code Enforcement Officer certification issued by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations (TDLR).
• Must be able to obtain an ICC Zoning Inspector certification within 1 year of employment.

$26.65 - $31.28
The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.