Senior Permits Inspector – Private Development

Harris County; Houston (TX); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Transit benefits

PSLF eligibility

Résumé du poste

Harris County in Houston seeks an Inspector II to perform intermediate inspections with independence across diverse project types. You will interpret plans, evaluate construction methods for compliance, and prepare detailed reports while coordinating with contractors and mentoring entry-level staff.

Responsibilities include scheduling, field inspections, and disaster-response support, with a strong emphasis on safety and regulation adherence. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and contractors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and department-supported applications.
• Ability to independently read and interpret construction drawings and topographical maps.
• Ability to interpret and apply applicable codes and regulations.
• Ability to evaluate construction methods for compliance.
• Ability to prepare detailed inspection reports and business correspondence.

Responsabilités

• Organizes work schedules to inspect construction projects within assigned areas.
• Works independently across a variety of construction project types.
• Interprets construction plans and evaluates construction methods for compliance.
• Maintains detailed records of inspections and activities within assigned areas.
• Prepares detailed inspection reports.
• Verifies development complies with applicable County regulations.
• Responds to complaints related to construction and development activities.
• Coordinates with contractors to resolve field issues.
• May mentor and provide guidance to entry-level inspectors.
• Ensures proper operation and maintenance of assigned County vehicle.
• Provides disaster recovery and emergency response support, including during hurricanes and floods.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including emergency or disaster response support.

Connaissances

Communication

Organizational skills

Public interaction

MS Office

Read construction drawings

Code interpretation

Report writing

Driver's license

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor’s in Engineering/Architecture (substitute experience)

Outils

MS Office

Description du poste

Harris County in Houston seeks an Inspector II to perform intermediate inspections with independence across diverse project types. You will interpret plans, evaluate construction methods for compliance, and prepare detailed reports while coordinating with contractors and mentoring entry-level staff.

Responsibilities include scheduling, field inspections, and disaster-response support, with a strong emphasis on safety and regulation adherence. Equal opportunity employer.