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Form of work2 Investigates alleged violations of federal, state, and local codes, ordinances, and regulations; determines violations and appropriate correction measures; determines and communicates methods to achieve conformance and approves alternate methods for compliance.
3 Issues and drafts notices of violation, citations or closures, conducts follow-up inspections to ensure corrections are made; patrols and visits sites regularly to monitor building progress and code compliance; provides senior level leadership for inspections, code compliance process, and other code interpretations.
4 Provides information to customers regarding codes and other regulatory requirements; serves as a subject matter expert on related regulatory codes; monitors and inspects barricades and other safety related signs and equipment.
5 May provide testimony during hearings and trials for prosecution of violators of applicable Dallas City Codes or state and federal regulations.
6 Examines building, sign, and construction work performed by outside contractors and city personnel to enforce compliance with contract specifications and ensure quality control; reviews plans and related contracts and communicates effectively with contractors, engineers, architects, and the general public to respond to technical problems; visits job sites and contractors' place of business to inspect work and materials on hand.
7 Measures quantities of materials used and keeps an accurate records of events to verify contractor's invoice quantities prior to payment; reviews and evaluates all permits for job sites ensuring appropriate dates and information.
8 Reviews construction plans for compliance with the City's building, barricade, and sign regulations and makes corrections in design or construction as warranted; inspects work performed at construction sites in a specific trades area, issues red, yellow or green tags depending on contractor's compliance with code, and maintains information on permits issued in assigned area and daily activities.
9 Provides and participates in various training necessary to stay abreast of changing trends in building and construction trades and related inspection regulations; gives direction and mechanical incite to other contractors and City staff working construction projects.
10 Keeps abreast of new materials used in construction, new repair scams, and changes in relevant codes and ordinances; attends construction meetings and other trainings to ensure work is being complete according to plans and codes.
11 Writes citations when necessary to correct violations of code or ordinances.
12 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned
EDUCATION:- High school diploma or GED.
- Five (5) years of experience as a building inspector or in a construction related position such as carpentry which required interpreting specifications/plans and/or ensuring compliance with municipal development, and/or building codes
- Bachelor's degree or higher in construction, architecture, or engineering plus one (1) year of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
- Associate degree in construction, architecture, or engineering plus three (3) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
- Five (5) years of experience as a municipal code inspector with an International Code Council (ICC) Building Inspector Certification will meet the education and experience requirements.
- Three (3) years of experience as a municipal housing or substandard structures inspector (typically works with the Community Prosecution office) plus two (2) years of the required experience will meet the experience requirements.
- Valid driver's license with good driving record.
- Must have or obtain International Code Council (ICC) Building Inspector Certification within probationary period.
- Lead /supervisory experience is a plus.
2 Knowledge of code compliance and enforcement.
3 Ability to conduct thorough inspections.
4 Ability to establish a good rapport and working relationship with federal, state, and local agencies, other city departments, and the general public.
5 Knowledge of supervision, training, and overseeing inspectors; evaluating work and recommending changes.
6 Ability to use power and hand maintenance tools, inspection tools, and precision test equipment.
7 Thorough knowledge of construction methods and techniques.
8 Knowledge of plumbing, irrigation, gas, and related mechanical expertise.
9 Thorough knowledge of Uniform Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical, Building, or Zoning Codes with City of Dallas amendments, Dallas Development Code, Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, or city ordinances related to consumer protection.
10 May require ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications, depending on assignment.
11 Ability to read, interpret, and apply City codes and ordinances.
12 Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
13 Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
14 Ability to effectively enforce city codes and code-related rules and regulations with firmness, tact, and impartiality.
The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.
For evaluation purposes, acceptable qualifying experience for all positions must have been in a paid capacity unless noted otherwise in the minimum qualifications for the posted position.
Additionally, 30+ hours per week will be counted as full-time employment and will receive full credit for the amount of time employed. A minimum of 15 through 29 work hours per week will be counted as part-time employment and will receive half credit for the amount of time employed.
Employment Type: Full-time
