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Form of workSalary: $3,730.00 Monthly
Location : Oahu, HI
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 122223
Department: Department of Planning & Permitting
Opening Date: 10/01/2022
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Information
Assists higher level inspectors in inspecting the construction, alteration or maintenance of buildings and structures of limited size and scope for compliance with the provisions of building and zoning codes and ordinances and adherence to approved plans and specifications by inspecting phases of projects; and performs other related duties as required.
Current Vacancies:
There are two vacancies with the Department of Planning and Permitting, Building Division. Work duties may include the following special work requirements: Climb ladders, scaffoldings, and temporary stairs, work at excessive heights, crawl under structures and may at time carry heavy loads; walks through timber-shoring, steel jacks, formed columns and wall sections that support the tremendous weight of poured reinforced concrete; inspects buildings that have been structurally damaged by fire, deterioration, dilapidation, abandonment, inadequate maintenance, disaster damage, or obsolescence. The current position also require the use of a personal vehicle and valid no-fault automobile insurance coverage as a condition of employment (mileage will be reimbursed).
There is one vacancy with the Department of Planning and Permitting, Customer Services Office.
If you qualify for the position, your name will be established to an eligible list. This list may be used to fill current and/or future vacancies in this and/or other departments.
Additional Job Information
Applications must be submitted online at to be accepted.
Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your email account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery, please make sure you:
- use a valid e-mail account;
- verify your e-mail address is entered correctly on your GovernmentJobs account;
- are subscribed to email notices;
- check your spam folders; and
- add and to your contact list.
Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States of a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience which demonstrated the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted for education.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
TWO (2) years of experience in inspecting or supervising building construction, preparing and/or reading and applying building plans and specifications, or interpreting and/or applying the Building Code and related ordinances.
Substitution: An Associate degree in architectural or engineering drafting OR a Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering from a regionally-accredited college or university will substitute for the required experience.
Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents by the closing date of this recruitment to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. Copies will not be returned. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
Valid Hawaii State driver's license (Type 3), prior to appointment.
Examination Process
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100%
What are the benefits of being a City Employee?
-- Vacation: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
-- Sick Leave: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
-- Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years.
-- Training and Development: Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development.
-- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care: Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP).
-- Group Life Insurance: No cost for eligible employees.
-- Deferred Compensation Plan: Invest in your future...choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement.
-- Retirement Plan: The Employees' Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required.
-- Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits: Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item
-- Parking: Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates.
-- Direct Deposit: Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available.
-- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, professional counseling and resource referral.
-- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit:
To view additional information, please visit our page.
* All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.
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When applying for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education, Work Experience, and Supplemental Questionnaire sections of your application. The information provided in these sections, particularly the job-specific Supplemental Questionnaire, will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements for the job and your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information or submit documentation may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score. If you have no experience in a particular area, indicate "none." Please do not submit resumes in place of completing any of these sections.
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EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: The Building Inspector Aid (SR-14) position requires applicants to have a combination of education and experience equivalent to:
Substitution: An Associate degree in architectural or engineering drafting OR a Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering from an accredited college or university will substitute for the required experience.
Verification Requirement: A reproduced copy of your Associate's or Bachelor's degrees must be submitted in order to be given credit for the substitution. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal to your application. Or mail or drop off a photocopy of your diploma and/or official transcript by the closing date of this recruitment to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. All information on your diploma and/or transcript must be legible in order to receive credit.
Do you meet this education and experience requirement?
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Describe in full detail your duties and responsibilities in inspecting or supervising building construction. Indicate which position(s) listed in the Work Experience section of your application where you had such experience, provide specific examples of your work in inspecting or supervising building construction work, and explain the scope of responsibility you had with such work.
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Describe in full detail your duties and responsibilities in prepare and/or reading and applying building plans and specifications. Indicate which position(s) listed in the Work Experience section of your application where you had such experience, provide specific examples of your work in preparing and/or reading and applying building plans and specifications in your position, and explain the scope of responsibility you had with such work.
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Describe in full detail your duties and responsibilities in interpreting and/or applying the Building Code and related ordinances. Indicate which position(s) listed in the Work Experience section of your application where you had such experience, provide specific examples of your work in interpreting and/or applying the Building Code and related ordinances, and explain the scope of responsibility you had with such work.
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Any attachments you upload to your application will be used by the Department of Human Resources for the verification of EDUCATION only, and will not be forwarded to the hiring agencies. Please do NOT include sensitive personal identification information (e.g., Social Security number, date of birth, etc.) as a part of your attachments.
NOTE: Materials for claiming veteran's preference points (e.g., DD214 form, etc.) must be mailed or dropped off to the following address within 7 days of filing this application: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Electronic attachments of materials for claiming veteran's preference points will not be accepted.
Required Question
Location : Oahu, HI
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 122223
Department: Department of Planning & Permitting
Opening Date: 10/01/2022
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Information
Assists higher level inspectors in inspecting the construction, alteration or maintenance of buildings and structures of limited size and scope for compliance with the provisions of building and zoning codes and ordinances and adherence to approved plans and specifications by inspecting phases of projects; and performs other related duties as required.
Current Vacancies:
There are two vacancies with the Department of Planning and Permitting, Building Division. Work duties may include the following special work requirements: Climb ladders, scaffoldings, and temporary stairs, work at excessive heights, crawl under structures and may at time carry heavy loads; walks through timber-shoring, steel jacks, formed columns and wall sections that support the tremendous weight of poured reinforced concrete; inspects buildings that have been structurally damaged by fire, deterioration, dilapidation, abandonment, inadequate maintenance, disaster damage, or obsolescence. The current position also require the use of a personal vehicle and valid no-fault automobile insurance coverage as a condition of employment (mileage will be reimbursed).
There is one vacancy with the Department of Planning and Permitting, Customer Services Office.
If you qualify for the position, your name will be established to an eligible list. This list may be used to fill current and/or future vacancies in this and/or other departments.
Additional Job Information
Applications must be submitted online at to be accepted.
Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your email account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery, please make sure you:
- use a valid e-mail account;
- verify your e-mail address is entered correctly on your GovernmentJobs account;
- are subscribed to email notices;
- check your spam folders; and
- add and to your contact list.
Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States of a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience which demonstrated the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted for education.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
TWO (2) years of experience in inspecting or supervising building construction, preparing and/or reading and applying building plans and specifications, or interpreting and/or applying the Building Code and related ordinances.
Substitution: An Associate degree in architectural or engineering drafting OR a Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering from a regionally-accredited college or university will substitute for the required experience.
Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents by the closing date of this recruitment to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. Copies will not be returned. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
Valid Hawaii State driver's license (Type 3), prior to appointment.
Examination Process
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100%
What are the benefits of being a City Employee?
-- Vacation: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
-- Sick Leave: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
-- Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years.
-- Training and Development: Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development.
-- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care: Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP).
-- Group Life Insurance: No cost for eligible employees.
-- Deferred Compensation Plan: Invest in your future...choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement.
-- Retirement Plan: The Employees' Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required.
-- Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits: Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item
-- Parking: Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates.
-- Direct Deposit: Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available.
-- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, professional counseling and resource referral.
-- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit:
To view additional information, please visit our page.
* All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.
01
When applying for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education, Work Experience, and Supplemental Questionnaire sections of your application. The information provided in these sections, particularly the job-specific Supplemental Questionnaire, will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements for the job and your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information or submit documentation may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score. If you have no experience in a particular area, indicate "none." Please do not submit resumes in place of completing any of these sections.
- I certify that I have read and understand the above statements.
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EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: The Building Inspector Aid (SR-14) position requires applicants to have a combination of education and experience equivalent to:
- Graduation from high school, and
- TWO (2) years of experience in inspecting or supervising building construction, preparing and/or reading and applying building plans and specifications, or interpreting and/or applying the Building Code and related ordinances.
Substitution: An Associate degree in architectural or engineering drafting OR a Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering from an accredited college or university will substitute for the required experience.
Verification Requirement: A reproduced copy of your Associate's or Bachelor's degrees must be submitted in order to be given credit for the substitution. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal to your application. Or mail or drop off a photocopy of your diploma and/or official transcript by the closing date of this recruitment to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. All information on your diploma and/or transcript must be legible in order to receive credit.
Do you meet this education and experience requirement?
- YES, I have the required education and experience.
- YES, I have the required education and one of the above listed Associate's or Bachelor's degree to substitute for the experience requirement. I will submit a copy of my diploma and/or official transcript to receive credit for the substitution.
- NO, I do NOT have the required education and experience.
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Describe in full detail your duties and responsibilities in inspecting or supervising building construction. Indicate which position(s) listed in the Work Experience section of your application where you had such experience, provide specific examples of your work in inspecting or supervising building construction work, and explain the scope of responsibility you had with such work.
04
Describe in full detail your duties and responsibilities in prepare and/or reading and applying building plans and specifications. Indicate which position(s) listed in the Work Experience section of your application where you had such experience, provide specific examples of your work in preparing and/or reading and applying building plans and specifications in your position, and explain the scope of responsibility you had with such work.
05
Describe in full detail your duties and responsibilities in interpreting and/or applying the Building Code and related ordinances. Indicate which position(s) listed in the Work Experience section of your application where you had such experience, provide specific examples of your work in interpreting and/or applying the Building Code and related ordinances, and explain the scope of responsibility you had with such work.
06
Any attachments you upload to your application will be used by the Department of Human Resources for the verification of EDUCATION only, and will not be forwarded to the hiring agencies. Please do NOT include sensitive personal identification information (e.g., Social Security number, date of birth, etc.) as a part of your attachments.
NOTE: Materials for claiming veteran's preference points (e.g., DD214 form, etc.) must be mailed or dropped off to the following address within 7 days of filing this application: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Electronic attachments of materials for claiming veteran's preference points will not be accepted.
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