Job Summary

We have job opportunities for two (2) building codes inspectors in Rockville. This position is responsible for performing intermediate to difficult technical and intermediate administrative work in securing and maintaining compliance with ordinances and regulations relating to building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical codes, fire and life safety, health, occupational licensing, and nuisances within the City. This is code enforcement work requiring the application of technical and specialized knowledge, methods and techniques to ensure compliance with codes, City ordinances and approved plans, permits and specifications in new construction and certain existing buildings such as renovated structures and/or licensed facilities within the City. Incumbent makes independent field inspections, writes reports, correspondence and notices, gathers evidence, prepares cases and testifies in court when necessary. The position requires continuing personal contact with the general public, contractors, architects, etc. concerning construction code requirements. The incumbent's work has meaningful impact on specific cases and is done under general managerial discretion.

Essential Job Functions

BUILDING INSPECTOR

Inspects residential and/or commercial construction for building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, energy, life safety, health, fire protection, and on-site utility construction to verify compliance with approved plans and applicable codes and specifications.
Confers with and advises contractors, property owners, architects, and the general public regarding code requirements and solutions to problems.
Conducts follow-up inspections to monitor compliance; and takes the appropriate action necessary in cases of non-compliance.
Investigates and resolves citizen complaints regarding code violations including working without permits and substandard construction.
Maintains up to date knowledge of construction methods, codes and materials by attending seminars and classes, by independent study and by internet instruction.
Maintains accurate documentation records of inspection results for all types of permits.
Prepare accurate violation notices and/or stop-work orders that are sent to property owners in order to obtain compliance with City codes.
Issues orders and citations; gathers evidence, prepares cases for court/appellate consideration; and testifies in court as issuing officer and expert witness.
Provides inspection assistance for after-hours emergencies to assess damage and authorize safe reconnection of electrical service to all structures damaged by fire or other means.
Assists the supervisor with special assignments and in training of new inspectors when necessary.
Reviews plans, issues permits and provides assistance to contractors and the general public when assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

High school diploma and five (5) years' experience in building construction or code enforcement, or in the construction trade industry. Candidates must be a journey-level plumber, an electrician, or hold a higher certification. Alternatively, candidates without certification with equivalent years of directly related services in a trade could be considered

Special Qualifications

Possession of an appropriate valid driver's license. Possession of (or the ability to obtain) certification by ICC as a Commercial Building Inspector, and as a Residential Combination Inspector within a reasonable time as determined by the City.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

BUILDING INSPECTOR
Knowledge of the ICC Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Energy Codes, International Residential Code, the National Electrical Code, Maryland State ADA Codes, Maryland State Rehabilitation Code.
Knowledge of the City's zoning, and occupational ordinances and regulations.
Knowledge of the methods, materials and techniques involved in all types of building construction, repair and alteration and the ability to recognize improper trade practices which result in faulty, sub-standard or hazardous conditions.
Ability to read and interpret all types of blueprints, construction documents, working diagrams and specifications quickly and accurately, and to compare specifications with construction in progress.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with building owners, contractors, residents and co-workers.
Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to operate computer systems and access databases.
Ability to convey accurate explanations of various codes, ordinances, regulations and the reasons therefore.
Ability to work with and train co-workers effectively, playing an active part in a team environment.
Ability to work effectively as a team participant.

Summary Of Employee Benefits

The following is a brief summary of the major benefits provided to new full-time, regular employees. Part-time, regular employees working more than 20 hours per week may be entitled to these benefits on a pro-rated basis in accordance with Rockville City Laws and personnel policies and procedures. Benefits are not available to temporary employees. Details about benefits and costs for full-time and part-time employees are available by calling the Human Resources Department at 240-314-8470.

Group Insurance Plans

Health Insurance

Participation is available in one of a number of types of health plans. The City contributes toward each plan. Participation is optional. Detailed information about each plan and the associated cost is available through the Human Resources Department.

Employees may participate in one of the following plans: Aetna HMO $30/$40, Aetna HMO $30/40 Deductible, Aetna HMO Health Reimbursement Account, Aetna Point of Service, Kaiser Permanente HMO, or Kaiser Permanente Point of Service. Start date of coverage is the date of hire or the first of the following month.

Summary of Aetna Health Plan Benefits
Summary of Kaiser Permanente Health Plan Benefits
Health Plan Rates

Aetna

Rockville Group: 118583-011

Member Services: (800) 445-5299 or (888) 792-3862 (Rx Services)

Web Site: http://www.aetna.com

Kaiser Permanente

Rockville Group: 4205-4 (HMO)

Member Services: (301) 468-6000 or (800) 777-7902

TTY: (301) 816-6344

Web Site: http://www.kp.org

Dental Plan

Employees may join the City's dental program and receive dental benefits in addition to any such benefits provided by the group health plans. The City contributes a portion of the cost of each employee's dental coverage. If dental coverage is waived, the City's contribution is reallocated toward the employee's health plan cost. Start date of coverage is the first of the month following date of hire.

Dental Plan Rates

Guardian Dental

Customer Service: (800) 541-7846

Web Site: http://www.guardiananytime.com/

Vision Insurance

City of Rockville is offers a vision plan with VSP. Members will have a $130 allowance (in-network) for lenses/frames or contacts. Go to www.vsp.com to locate a participating provider. VSP members get a 20% savings on additional glasses and sunglasses, including lens enhancements, from any VSP provider within 12 months of your last WellVision Exam. Ask your provider about Laser Vision Correction discounts as well.

Vision Plan Rates

Group Life Insurance

The City provides life insurance equal to one and one-half times an employee's base salary. There is no cost to the employee for this benefit. Employees have the option of purchasing additional supplemental life insurance coverage for self, spouse and dependent child(ren). New employees joining within their first 30 days will not be required to provide evidence of insurability.

Leave

Annual Leave

Annual Leave Ranges From 16 To 23 Days Per Year Depending Upon The Length Of Service With The City. Leave May Be Used As It Is Accrued With The Permission Of The Employee's Supervisor. Annual Leave Is Paid At Termination After Completing Six (6) Months Of Service. An Employee Normally Accrues Annual Leave In The Following Manner

Months of Service

Monthly Vacation Accrual in Hours

(37.5 hrs/wk)/(40 hrs/wk)

1-24 Months

10.00 / 10.40

25-60 Months

11.53 / 12.40

61-96 Months

13.08 / 14.00

97+ Months

14.23 / 15.20

Holidays

Administrative and Police employees generally receive the following eleven (11) holidays per year.

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Presidents' Day

Memorial Day

Juneteenth Day

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans' Day

Thanksgiving Day

Thanksgiving Friday

Christmas Day

The City also observes all days of general and congressional elections throughout the State of Maryland. This holiday falls on even numbered years. Union employees and certain other employees may receive different holidays in accordance with the terms of a contractual agreement.

Sick Leave

Sick leave is earned monthly at the rate of 1.25 days per completed month of service. There is no waiting period for using earned sick leave nor is there a limit to the amount of earned sick leave that may be used in connection with any legitimate illness.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Dependent Care FSA

The Dependent Care FSA allows employees to set aside up to $5,000 on a pre-tax basis for eligible dependent care expenses. Prior to the beginning of each calendar year, employees estimate the amount of these eligible expenses and agree to have this amount deducted from their annual salary on a bi-weekly basis. Employees avoid paying federal, state, and Social Security taxes on the total amount of their deferral. When expenses are incurred, employees submit a receipt and are reimbursed from their account. A detailed description of the plan is available in the Human Resources Department.

Medical FSA

The Medical Care FSA allows employees to set aside up to $3,200 on a pre-tax basis for eligible health care expenses. Prior to the beginning of each calendar year, employees estimate the amount of these expenses and agree to have that amount deducted from their annual salary on a bi-weekly basis. Employees avoid paying federal, state, and Social Security taxes on the total amount of their deferral. An employee may use a FSA debit card to pay for eligible expenses, or may submit receipts when expenses are incurred in order to be reimbursed from their account. A detailed description of the plan is available in the Human Resources Department.

Pre-tax Deductions for Health Insurance

Through Section 125 of the Internal Revenue Code, pre-tax payroll deductions may be made for the City's health and dental insurance premiums. Pre-tax deductions allow employees to avoid paying Federal, State, and F.I.C.A. taxes on the amounts of these payroll deducted premiums.

Wex Benefits

Customer Service: (866) 451-3399

Web Site: http://www.discoverybenefits.com/

Retirement Programs

Retirement Plan

The City's retirement plans consist of a Defined Benefit and a Defined Contribution portion. Administrative and Union employees may contribute between one (1) and five (5) percent of their base salary, on a pre-tax basis, to the defined contribution portion. The deferral election is made at the time of employment and may not be changed. Therefore, employees are advised to give considerable thought to their decision of what percent to contribute. The City will make a matching contribution of 50 cents for each dollar contributed. A minimum of one (1) percent participation is mandatory.

Employees have different investment fund options in which to direct contributions. The investment direction may be changed biweekly. Vesting in the Defined Contribution portion occurs at the beginning of the 3rd year. Normal retirement is age 60 or 65 depending on date of hire.

The Defined Benefit portion of the retirement plan is based on a percentage of average annual salary multiplied by length of credited service. Administrative employees are required to make a mandatory one (1) percent contribution to the Defined Benefit portion of the plan. Vesting occurs after ten (10) years.

Police Officers contribute 8.5 percent of their earnings on a pre-tax basis to a defined benefit pension plan. Normal retirement for police officers is permitted at the earlier of age 60 or after 25 years of service, regardless of age. Benefits at retirement are based on a percentage of final average earnings multiplied by length of credited service.

Pension Plan for Administrative Employees
Pension Plan for Police Employees
Pension Plan for Union Employees
City of Rockville Thrift & Supplemental Plan Summary

Retirement Plan Administrator:

Lincoln Financial

Retirement Plan

Member Services: (800) 234-3500

Website: https://lincolnfinancial.com

Deferred Compensation (457) Plan

The deferred compensation plan is designed specifically for City employees, and makes it possible to defer income and the payment of income taxes on the deferred investment. The plan is not meant for short-term savings or investment purposes as monies deferred are generally not available until termination or retirement.

Employees may defer the lesser of 25 percent of base salary or a minimum of $10.00 per pay up to the current IRS limit on a pre-tax basis.

Roth 457

The Roth 457 is a supplemental retirement plan which is funded through employee contributions only. Employees are eligible to enroll from the date of hire. Contributions are taxed but earnings grow tax free.

Lincoln Financial

Member Services: (877) 234-3500

www.lincolnfinancial.com

Social Security

Regular employees receive employer contributions to Social Security (also known as FICA). Social Security benefits are available in accordance with Federal law.

For more information about benefits, contact the Human Resources Department at 240-314-8470.

Credit Union

Employees may participate in the Sky Point Federal Credit Union, conveniently located at Courthouse Square in Rockville. This credit union also participates in Family Service Center with shared branches available throughout the metropolitan area. Services include savings and checking accounts, loans, payroll deduction, and direct deposit.

Sky Point Federal Credit Union

Member Services: (301) 279-1964

Legal Resources

Through Legal Resources, participating employees and their eligible family members can get free advice, consultation, and courtroom representation for common legal services.

Member Services: 1-800-728-5768

Web Site: http://legalresources.com/

Employee Assistance Program

The City provides free, confidential counseling, assessment, and referral services to help employees deal with personal problems. Trained, certified employee assistance counselors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is also available for family members who are eligible health insurance plan dependents.

BHS EAP

24 hour Assistance Line (800) 327-2251

Web Site: http://www.bhsonline.com/

Long-term Disability Programs

The City's Income Protection Plan provides long-term disability benefits for both on and off the job injuries or illnesses. Coverage for off the job injuries or illnesses is provided after one year of employment with the City. Details are available from the Human Resources Department.

College Savings Plans

College America is a 529 college savings plan that can help you build a nest egg for college. These plans, named after a section of the tax code, were created by Congress to offer significant tax advantages to those who invest for higher education. Details are available from the Human Resources Department.

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