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City of Jacksonville Building- Construction Trades Inspector Senior in Jacksonville, Florida
Building- Construction Trades Inspector Senior
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Building- Construction Trades Inspector Senior
Salary
$59,274.17 Annually
Location
Jacksonville, FL
Job Type
Civil Service
Job Number
2024-05978
Department
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
Opening Date
05/09/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
Description
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Job Description
Are you looking for a position with a work/life balance? Do you want to earn four weeks off during your first year of employment? Do you want low and no cost health insurance options? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love!!!
The Planning Development Department is actively seeking four (4) Building- Construction Trades Inspector Senior.
Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee, you would also have 12 paid holidays and a personal leave day as well? In addition to health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of public service and on-time payments.
This is technical work at the lead worker level inspecting construction projects and examining residential, commercial and industrial construction drawings, plans and other specifications for compliance with applicable construction codes and specifications. The work requires a basic understanding of the theories, principles, practices, methods and terminology used in building design and construction and applicable codes and the ability to develop and conduct training and public information programs, which are learned through a combination of specialized training and considerable experience. Trains and monitors the work of inspectors. Contacts require skills in tactfulness, understanding, assertiveness and influencing behavior when resolving complaints and enforcing City codes. The work is standardized in that tasks are covered by substantially diversified procedures and specialized standards requiring use of judgment. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors where there are some risks and hazards, but they are somewhat known, predictable and controllable. Operates standard office equipment such as telephone and laptop computer, motor vehicle, hand-tools, testing equipment, and standard measuring devices. The physical demands consist of driving, sitting, climbing, standing, walking, and occasional lifting of objects weighing up to 40 pounds. The work is performed under limited supervision where assignments are subject to established methods and techniques and the work is reviewed for quality and adherence to established methods, standards and policies.
Examples of Work
Inspects one and two family dwellings and in-trade commercial and residential structures under construction for compliance with building codes and construction practices.
Halts construction project if unsafe or non-conforming conditions exist.
Issues building code citations and presents cases before regulatory agencies.
Examines construction designs, plans and blueprints for compliance with codes and regulations.
Operates a computer using word processing, spreadsheet, database, permitting and inspection software.
Resolves complaints and instructs homeowners, builders and contractors on applicable codes and corrections.
Prepares correspondence to direct correction of code violations.
Prepares records, files and reports.
Develops and conducts public information programs.
Resolves hand-held computer problems in the field and elevates unresolved problems to Division Office.
Trains and monitors the work of inspectors for system improvements.
Reviews inspection methods and techniques and recommends improvements for process efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Recommends and develops standard operating procedures.
Conducts quality assurance inspections of consultants’ work.
Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville’s competencies.
Performs related work as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of applicable codes, standards and regulations.
Knowledge of the theories, principles, and practices, and terminology used in building design and construction.
Knowledge of hand-held computer system.
Knowledge of inspection process.
Knowledge of process management theories and techniques.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations including basic geometry.
Ability to develop viable process improvements.
Ability to develop and conduct training and public information programs.
Ability to train and monitor the work of others.
Ability to inspect buildings, land and structures.
Ability to detect and locate defective workmanship and materials.
Ability to read and interpret construction designs, plans and blueprints.
Ability to develop and conduct training and public information programs.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing, including making presentations before large groups.
Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, including sitting, climbing, and occasional lifting of objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
Ability to operate standard office equipment such as telephone and laptop computer, including word processing, spreadsheet, and permit tracking software and email system.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Open Requirements/Supplemental Information
OPEN REQUIRMENTS:
A six-year combination of education, and/or experience at the technical or professional level in the construction or inspection of buildings.
May be required to furnish and operate an automobile in good condition for use in City business for which mileage compensation will be paid.
LICENSING/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:
A valid driver’s license is required prior to appointment and must be maintained during employment in this class.
Must qualify for prior to appointment, obtain, and maintain during employment in this class a City of Jacksonville Certification as a Public Driver.
Building Inspection:
- Must possess a standard State of Florida Certificate as a Building Inspector and a standard State of Florida Certificate as a Plans Examiner and must maintain same during employment in this class.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
The probationary period for this classification is six months.
This classification performs safety-sensitive functions and is subject to pre-employment, random and other drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonville’s Drug Free Workplace Policy (0401).
A FULLY COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. Apply at www.jacksonville.gov. Work history is required for all employment/volunteer work in which qualifications are being based. When meeting/basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript, with your social blacked out, is required with your application. Transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the school’s name, classes taken, grades received, type of degree, and date degree was conferred.
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Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.
If claiming veteran's preference, you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status, dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable, the additional forms as noted here: http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference
If a candidate believes he or she was not afforded veteran’s preference, he or she may file a written complaint, within 60 calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision, requesting an investigation to:
Florida Department of Veterans Affairs
Attention: Veterans’ Preference Coordinator
11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311-K
Largo, FL 33778-1630
Email: VeteransPreference@fdva.state.fl.us
The City of Jacksonville provides a wide array of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Our comprehensive benefit programs include medical, dental and vision plans; life insurance coverage for you and your dependents; flexible spending plans for medical reimbursement, dependent care, parking, and transit expenses; an employee assistance program for you and your dependents; a 457(b) tax-deferred compensation plan to supplement your retirement, and a ROTH IRA plan. We also provide an extensive wellness program that includes a health intervention program if qualified, lunch and learns, health fairs, and discounted gym memberships. Please visit the Employee Benefits website for details on all the plans we offer.
www.coj.net/benefits
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Copying and pasting your resume or stating "see resume" does NOT fulfill the requirements of the question. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
Yes
No
02
Are you authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship from the City of Jacksonville either now or in the future?
Yes
No
03
The budgeted annual salary for this position is $59,274.17. This is not negotiable. If selected, would you be willing to accept this position at this salary? (Civil Service positions have a 5% increase after successfully completing probation.)
Yes
No
04
Do you have six-year combination of education, and/or experience at the technical or professional level in the construction or inspection of buildings?
Yes
No
05
Provide a detailed description (at least 3-4 complete sentences) of your experience.
06
Indicate the organization(s) you worked for where you gained this experience.
07
If you have a degree, indicate which degree you have and include any major/minor. If basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript is required with your application.
08
Do you possess a standard State of Florida Certificate as a Building Inspector AND a standard State of Florida Certificate as a Plans Examiner?
A standard State of Florida Certificate as a Building Inspector.
A standard State of Florida Certificate as a Plans Examiner.
Both of the above.
None of the above.
09
Do you have a valid motor vehicle operator license that is not under suspension/revocation or restricted under any pending or current citations/court proceedings? Please indicate which license you possess.
FL Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL)
FL Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL)
FL Class C Commercial Driver License (CDL)
FL Class E Driver License
GA Standard Driver's License
GA Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
GA Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
GA Class C Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
License from another State.
Learner Permit
My license is currently invalid.
I do not possess any type of Driver's License.
10
If you have a State of FL license, does your license currently have one or more of these restrictions?
C or 1 - Business Purpose Only
D or H - Employment Purposes
P or 2 – Probation Interlock Device
S or I – Other Restriction
Two or more of these restrictions.
I have an out of state license.
None of the above.
11
Have you been cited for more than three (3) moving violations, or two (2) at fault accidents within the past 12 months from current date?
Yes
No
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Have you been considered a "Habitual Traffic Offender" (HTO) within the past 12 months from current date?
Yes
No
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Have you been convicted of Driving-Under-the-Influence (DUI) in any state during the last 36 months from current date?
Yes
No
14
I consent to the City of Jacksonville using the driver's license information I have provided to access a driver's license report from the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. I understand if one was accessed with relation to this application, a copy will be provided to me upon request.
Yes, the City of Jacksonville has my consent to check my driver's license.
No, I do not wish to give consent to the City of Jacksonville to check my driver's license.
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Provide your full Driver's License or Identification number. If a correct number is not provided, your application will be considered incomplete and may result in disqualification from the selection process.
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Do you understand you must furnish and operate an automobile in good condition for use in City business for which mileage compensation will be paid?
Yes
No
17
Do you understand this classification performs safety-sensitive functions and is subject to pre-employment, random and other drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonville's Drug Free Workplace Policy (0401)?
Yes, I have read and understand the statement above.
No
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If you are requesting veterans preference, you MUST download the appropriate state of Florida form (even if you don't live in Florida) and attach it to your application. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL DELAY YOUR VETERANS PREFERENCE STATUS. Please download the forms at http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference
Yes, I am claiming veterans preference and I understand that I MUST download the appropriate form and attach it to my application.
No, I am not claiming veterans preference and this does not apply to me.
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If basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript is required with your application. College transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the name of the school, type of degree, classes taken, grades received and date degree was conferred. NOTE: A copy of your diploma does not meet this requirement. Transcripts from colleges outside of the U.S. must be converted to U.S. Standards. If required documents are not provided your application will be considered incomplete and may result in disqualification from the selection process.
I have read the above statement and understand what is required.
Required Question
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Website
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