Building Codes Inspector I/II/III

About the Department

POSITION SUMMARY  
Located in the thriving Research Triangle region of North Carolina, the Town of Holly Springs offers an ideal blend of small town charm and modern opportunity. Consistently recognized for its high quality of life and welcoming community, Holly Springs is a vibrant, fast growing town committed to smart development, innovation, and excellent public service. The Town fosters a supportive, collaborative environment for employees across all departments. 

The Building Codes Inspector I, II, & III position is responsible for performing building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing inspections to verify compliance with approved construction documents, adopted codes, and ordinances of the Town, to safeguard public health, safety and general welfare.

The work schedule is business hours with occasional evenings and weekends.  The starting annual salary range is $61,382.76-$73,075.78 (Grades I,K,L).

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS
Works under general guidance to support departmental objectives and priorities.

Position Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Successfully trained Building Inspectors will be assigned higher level functions based upon experience and certification obtained.
1.Performs multi-trade inspections on residential and non-residential installations as required by the North Carolina State Building Codes in the areas of Building, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing trades.
2.Review and approve or disapprove small field revisions and construction documents to be compliant with the NC State Building Codes.
3.Prepare and report notifications of defects or approval of inspections completed. 
4.Provides technical assistance and explains and interprets codes, ordinances, and regulations for design professionals, contractors, owners and the general public within the Town and ETJ.
5.Represents the Department at public meetings and Court proceedings, as assigned.
6.Attends regular department meetings to stay informed about interdepartmental updates and inspector workloads.  
7.Provides internal customer service assisting with support and coverage as needed of other positions in the Department.
8.Aids in training of new staff members as assigned.
9.Other duties as assigned. 

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

?Knowledge and related experience in building construction including building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems.
?Knowledge of related building codes and ordinances, proper inspection methods, and legal procedures involving enforcement of building codes and ordinances.
?Knowledge of safety regulations in construction. 
?Knowledge of the principals and practices of code compliance programs.
?Knowledge of blueprints, layouts, construction plans, and parcel maps.
?Skill in identifying technical and operational problems and recommending appropriate corrective actions.
?Knowledge of the Town and Department’s operating requirements, policies, procedures, and practices; and local, State, and Federal regulations related to department programs and operations.
?Ability to research and analyze detailed information and make appropriate recommendations.
?Ability to develop, interpret and implement regulations, policies, procedures, written instructions, general correspondence, and other department specific documents.
?Ability to prepare, maintain, and organize accurate records and reports.
?Ability to interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; Federal, State, and local regulations. 
?Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority.
?Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits requiring minimal direction and supervision.
?Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations.
?Knowledge of current office practices and procedures.
?Knowledge of computer software consistent for this position.
?Ability to perform mathematical calculations required of this position.
?Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, including conveying detailed or sensitive information, both orally and in writing.”
?Skill in researching and understanding complex written materials.
?Ability to apply sound judgment and discretion in performing duties, resolving problems and interpreting policies and regulations.
?Ability to handle sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully.
?Ability to maintain professionalism at all times.
?Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals within and outside the organization.
?Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding business-related files, reports and conversations, within the provisions of open records laws and other applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations.
?Ability to work the allocated hours of the position and respond after hours as needed.

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law.  Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee’s supervisor.  

•This work involves occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds within a limited range for access to storage boxes; work regularly requires sitting, frequently requires standing, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions and occasionally requires walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, climbing stairs and ladders and reaching with hands and arms.
•Duties may require mobility over rough terrain and work above or below ground, including heights over 10 feet and crawl spaces.
•Work has standard vision requirements.
•Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
•Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
•Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and observing general surroundings and activities.
•Work may involve mobility over rough or difficult terrain.  Work is performed daily both in and outdoors under all weather conditions and includes exposure to inclement weather, noise, vibrations, airborne materials, and active construction sites. 
•Work is generally in a moderately noisy office setting and in the field.  

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
•High School Diploma/equivalent.

   
  PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
•Associate's degree in a construction field.
•Skilled trade experience and/or technical training in the field of building, electrical, mechanical, and/or plumbing.

  OTHER REQUIREMENTS
•Must possess a valid Driver’s license.
•Requirements for Level I
Standard Certificate issued by the North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board for the following areas within the timeline specified by the Town: Building Inspector Level 1, Electrical Inspector Level 1, Mechanical Inspector Level 1, and Plumbing Inspector Level 1. 
•Requirements for Level II
Inspectors must have at least (1) Standard Certificate in the following areas:   Building Inspector Level II, Electrical Inspector Level II, Mechanical Inspector Level II, or Plumbing Inspector Level II.
•Requirements for Level III
Inspectors must have at least (1) Standard Certificate in the following areas: Building Inspector Level III, Electrical Inspector Level III, Mechanical Inspector Level III, or Plumbing Inspector Level III.