Building Inspector

Overview

The Building Inspector I position is in the Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development (DCD). DCD is currently seeking to fill five (5) vacancies in the Building Inspector I classification. The Building Inspector I position works within DCD's Building Division and is the first working-level class in the Building Inspector series. Positions may be assigned to either New Construction Inspection Services, responsible for inspecting buildings/structures being constructed, altered, or repaired to determine conformance with building codes, approved plans, specifications, zoning laws, and ordinances, or the Code Enforcement Unit, where building and zoning code enforcement is the primary duty.

This classification reports to a Principal Building Inspector or the Supervisor, Inspection Services. All interested and qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

• A Problem Solver
• Team Oriented and able to work with internal and external stakeholders on meeting mutual goals and interests
• Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Knowledgeable in the understanding of accepted building construction safety standards and methods

• Inspecting Residential Structures
• Determining conformance with building codes, zoning laws, and ordinances
• Determining conformance of approved plans and engineer reports
• Assisting the Public and Staff with code compliant issues

• You will be working with an outstanding team that values public service
• You will be working outdoors
• You will have a consistent schedule

• You will be expected to have the physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting and a field environment
• You will be working in a fast-paced environment
• You will be dealing with the public, and that could sometimes be challenging

• Delivering Results:
  Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks
• General Physical Ability:
  Using strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and coordination
• Legal & Regulatory Navigation:
  Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
• Professional & Technical Expertise:
  Applying technical subject matter to the job
• Safety Focus:
  Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
• Action & Results Focused (Taking Initiative):
  Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishment
• Adaptability:
  Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires
• Attention to Detail:
  Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
• Professional Integrity & Ethics:
  Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
• Informing:
  Proactively obtaining and sharing information
• Writing:
  Communicating effectively in writing
• Customer Focus:
  Attending to the needs and expectations of customers
• Delegating:
  Sharing responsibility, authority, and accountability
• Teamwork:
  Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
• Valuing Diversity:
  Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace

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• License
  
  Required:
  
  Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License. Out-of-state valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license will be accepted during the application process.
• Education: Possession of a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or a high school proficiency certificate.
• Experience: Either
  1) Three (3) years of full-time (or the equivalent of full-time) experience as a journey-level carpenter, electrician, plumber, HVAC/mechanical worker; licensed contractor; or performing duties equivalent to a Building Plan Checker II in Contra Costa County or
  2) One (1) year as a building/grading inspector.
• Certification: Obtain a certification from a recognized state, national or international association in residential building inspection, code enforcement, or a related field within two (2) years of employment, pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Section 18949.28(a). Certification must be maintained in good standing for the duration of employment at all levels of Building Inspector.

• Construction experience
• ICC certifications (Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing)
• Understanding of accepted building construction safety standards and methods

• Application Filing and Evaluation:
  Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.
• Online Video Interview Assessment:
  Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an online video interview assessment. The assessment (interview) will be conducted to measure…