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Position Description

Position Title: Inspector

Department: Public Works

Division: Inspections

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Retirement: KPERS

Date: June 24, 2022

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs a variety of routine and complex technical work in building

inspection to ensure that the

City adopted construction and other related codes and standards are met.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Chief Building Inspector.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None generally. May exercise supervision over part-time, temporary or

other staff as assigned.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

(Duties listed below do not include all tasks which may be performed.)

Interacts in the office and in the field with city staff, public,

contractors and owners in person,

via telephone and/or through use of email on work related concerns.

Enforces construction related codes, including the International

Building Code, International

Residential Code, International Code Council Electrical Code, National

Electrical Code,

International Fuel Gas Code, International Mechanical Code,

International Plumbing Code and

local amendments to these codes.

Issues stop work orders, correction notices and citations.
Performs inspections, to include mechanical, electrical and plumbing,

examining for compliance

with the adopted codes.

Maintains records of inspection activity, and completes related

reports. Issues certificates and

permits as appropriate.

Assists in researching problems and complaints regarding commercial

and residential buildings,

building construction and code compliance. Responds to complex and

sensitive building issues.

Assists in resolving complex and sensitive customer service issues,

either personally, by

telephone or in writing. Maintains records and documents of customer

service issues and

resolutions.

Interprets codes in the field. Authorizes acceptable alternative

methods of code compliance

within limits of authority.

Explains, interprets, and provides guidance regarding applicable codes

to architects, engineers,

contractors, developers, owners and other interested parties.

Investigates code compliance complaints, resolves or refers complaints

to appropriate staff.

Performs routine inspections related to land disturbance permits and

erosion control measures

and maintains related records.

Performs inspections of sidewalks and driveway approaches within the

ROW.

Performs the duties of a plans examiner of building, electrical,

mechanical, or plumbing

inspector as needed and qualified.

Responsible for grease trap program administration.
May perform other duties as assigned.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

Assists in administering the permitting function, including

application processing, fee

assessment and permit issuance.

Assists in administering contractor licensing, including application

processing, fee assessment

and license issuance.

Attends preconstruction meetings in order to explain inspection

standards and procedures to

architects, engineers, owners, contractors and developers.

Assists the Board of Appeals as needed, and provides required

information.

Assists other City departments with tasks and issues as needed.
Performs quarterly street light and traffic signal inspections.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

\(A\) Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and

\(B\) At least four years general construction experience, or equivalent

combination of education

and experience; and

\(C\) Must possess a valid state drivers license at time of application

(and maintain for duration

of employment) and meet insurability standards under fleet insurance

policy.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

\(A\) Working knowledge of current general construction codes, including

building, electrical,

plumbing and mechanical codes, as they relate to residential and

commercial construction.

\(B\) Skill in the operation of the listed equipment.

\(C\) Ability to effectively inspect construction projects of all types

\(D\) Ability to establish effective working relationships with

employees, supervisors, contractors,

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