Construction Codes Specialist

Rockvillemd

Rockville (MD)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

17 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Paid leave

Tuition assistance

Multilingual stipend

Job summary

The City of Rockville is seeking a Building Inspector to secure and maintain compliance with building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and energy conservation codes. You will perform intermediate- to complex-level inspections, plan reviews, licensing, and administrative work under supervision.

The role requires interpreting complex codes, addressing inquiries, and applying requirements across projects. Responsibilities include reviewing site plans and drawings for code compliance, issuing

Qualifications

High school degree; and five (5) years of progressively responsible work in building construction or code enforcement; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Appropriate ICC certifications.

Responsibilities

Inspect residential and commercial construction for compliance with approved plans and codes.
Review construction plans submitted for permits.
Issue permits and enforce code requirements; issue notices of violation as needed.
Conduct field inspections and prepare reports documenting findings and compliance.

Skills

Blueprints

Code interpretation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Five years building construction or code enforcement experience

ICC certifications

Job description

Job Summary

This position secures and maintains compliance with ordinances and regulations relating to building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and energy conservation codes within the City by performing intermediate- to complex-level inspections, plan review, licensing, and technical administrative work under a technical supervisor. The position will interpret complex code and process requirements and answer difficult inquiries, explain requirements to the public, and apply these requirements consistently across projects. The incumbent will review site plans, detailed construction drawings, specifications, and other submittals for code compliance, both prior to permit issuance and during field inspections. The incumbent will perform varied technical work in gathering data for use in application review or preparing reports, maintaining files and documenting procedures. This work requires the application of technical and specialized knowledge, methods and techniques to ensure compliance with codes and City ordinances, as well as adherence to approved plans, permit conditions and specifications. The incumbent also enforces the code when violations are reported, conducting independent field inspections, writing reports, issuing notices of violation, gathering evidence, preparing cases and testifying in court when necessary. The position requires continuing personal contact with the general public, contractors, architects, etc. concerning construction code requirements. The incumbent's work has meaningful impact on specific cases and the work is done under general managerial direction.

Job Summary

Essential Job Functions

Inspects residential and/or commercial construction for structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and energy to verify compliance with approved plans and applicable codes and specifications.
Makes field inspections independently or as part of a team of inspectors on complex building projects.
Reviews and evaluates construction plans submitted for permits.
Performs technical administrative duties as the lead point of contact responsible for monitoring and tracking Complaints and Violations (CAV's) and Notice of Violations (NOV’s).
Completes plan review and inspections on related tasks in the permitting software.
Issues construction related permits using permitting software.
Confers with and advises contractors, property owners, architects, and the public regarding code requirements and solutions to problems.
Conducts follow-up inspections to monitor compliance; and takes the appropriate actions necessary in cases of non-compliance.
Investigates and resolves citizen complaints regarding code violations including working without permits and substandard construction.
Maintains up to date knowledge of construction methods, codes and materials by attending seminars and classes, by independent study and by internet instruction.
Maintains accurate documentation records of inspection results for all types of permits.
Prepares accurate violation notices and/or stop-work orders that are sent to property owners in order to obtain compliance with City codes.
Issues orders and citations; gathers evidence, prepares cases for court/appellate consideration; and testifies in court as issuing officer and expert witness.
Provides inspection assistance for after-hours emergencies to assess damage and authorize safe reconnection of electrical service to all structures damaged by fire or other means. Recommends condemnation of heavily damaged structures in cooperation with other agencies.
Issues orders to vacate structures that are dangerous due to fire, unsafe construction practices or natural damage.
Assists the supervisor with special assignments and in training of new inspectors when necessary.
Provides guidance to other inspectors on ways to resolve construction on related issues.
Assists the supervisor in the assignment of daily inspection requests and plan reviews
Assists in the resolution of conflicts between inspection staff and general public
Recommends solutions to resolve construction code issues that arise during the construction process.
Assist at the permit counter with application intake when needed

Qualifications

High school degree; and five (5) years of progressively responsible work in building construction

or code enforcement; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Appropriate ICC certifications.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of ICC Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Energy Codes, International Residential Code, the National Electrical Code, Maryland Accessibility Code, Maryland State Rehabilitation Code.
Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials and techniques involved in all types of building construction, repair and alteration and the ability to recognize improper trade practices which result in faulty, sub-standard or hazardous conditions.
Ability to properly interpret codes and ordinances in relation to field conditions.
Ability to read and interpret all types of blueprints, construction documents, working diagrams and specifications quickly and accurately, and to compare specifications with construction in progress.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with building owners, contractors, residents and co-workers.
Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to operate computer systems and access databases.
Ability to convey accurate explanations of various codes, ordinances, regulations and the reasons therefore.
Ability to work with and train co-workers effectively, playing an active part in a team environment.
Ability to work effectively as a team participant

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is medium work, which requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally,
and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. The amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.
Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized.
Crawling: Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm
Handling: Picking, holding, or otherwise working, primarily with the whole hand
Hearing 1: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discrimination in sound.
Hearing 2: Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discrimination in sound.
Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.
Mental Acuity: Ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes.
Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward.
Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
Speaking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word including the ability to convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately and concisely.
Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time.
Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles.
Talking 1: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word including those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
Talking 2: Shouting in order to be heard above ambient noise level.
Visual Acuity 1: Have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; and/or extensive reading.
Visual Acuity 2: Including color, depth perception, and field vision.
Visual Acuity 3: Visual Acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned or to make general observations of facilities or structures.
Visual Acuity 4: Have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
Visual Acuity 5: Have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, operation of machines; using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes.
Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.

Summary Of Employee Benefits

The City of Rockville offers a wide range of health and wellness benefits to full-time, regular employees. Part-time, regular employees working more than 20 hours per week may be eligible for benefits on a pro-rated basis. Benefits are not available to temporary employees.

HEALTH BENEFITS Medical Insurance Participation is available in one of several types of health plans. The city contributes toward each plan. Participation is optional. Employees may elect to participate in plans offered through Aetna or Kaiser Permanente. Benefit coverage is available beginning on date of hire.

Dental Insurance Employees may enroll in the City's dental program offered through Guardian Dental. The city contributes a portion of the cost of each employee's dental coverage. If dental coverage is waived, the City's contribution is reallocated toward the employee's health plan cost. Start date of coverage is the first of the month following date of hire. Vision The city offers a vision plan with VSP. The city contributes a portion of the cost of each employee's vision coverage. Start date of coverage is the first of the month following date of hire.

GROUP LIFE INSURANCE

The City provides life insurance equal to one and one-half times an employee's base salary. There is no cost to the employee for this benefit. Employees have the option of purchasing additional supplemental life insurance coverage for self, spouse and dependent child(ren). RETIREMENT SAVINGS PLAN Participation in the City of Rockville’s retirement plan is mandatory. There are two parts to the retirement plan: 1) the Pension Plan and 2) the Thrift Plan. The City of Rockville Pension Plan (all employees) is a defined benefit plan that provides the participant with a specific monthly benefit at retirement. Monthly benefits are calculated based on a participant’s salary and length of credited service. Employees are fully vested in the pension plan after 10 years of credited service and are always 100% vested in the amounts they contribute. The City of Rockville Thrift Plan (administrative and union employees only) is a defined contribution plan subject to the IRS code 401(a). Employees make pre-tax contributions and investment decisions. No specific amount of money is guaranteed at retirement. The benefits available are based on the amount contributed and are also affected by income, expenses, gains and losses. Deferred Compensation/457(b) Plan – The 457(b) plan, administered by Lincoln Financial, is an optional retirement plan. Contributions to this plan are made entirely by the employee. Both pre-tax and post-tax (Roth) options are available.

LEGAL RESOURCES

Through Legal Resources, participating employees and their eligible family members can get free advice, consultation, and courtroom representation for common legal services.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The City provides free, confidential counseling, assessment, and referral services to help employees deal with personal matters. The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is also available for family members who are eligible health insurance plan dependents.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY PROGRAM

The City's Income Protection Plan provides long-term disability benefits for both on and off the job injuries or illnesses. Coverage for off the job injuries or illnesses is provided after one year of employment with the city.

PAID LEAVE

Vacation (16 – 23 days accrued annually; accrual rate based on years of service)
Sick Leave (13 days accrued annually; unlimited accrual)
Paid Parental Leave (up to 8 weeks in rolling 12-month period for eligible employees) to care for newborn/newly adopted/newly placed child or family member
Holidays (11 holidays observed each year)
Jury duty, bereavement leave, military leave

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS