City of Nampa Combination Inspector Notice of Job Opening Building Department

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1 City of Nampa Combination Inspector Notice of Job pening Building Department December 20, 2016 Please post or otherwise make available the following information. The City of Nampa Building department has an opening for a full-time Combination Electrical/Building Inspector. The City of Nampa is committed to ensuring equal opportunities to all individuals. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact the Human Resource Director at TDD Relay Service: US West or Department: BLDG LSA Status: Non-Exempt Grade/Level: 19/ $20.00-$22.00 per hour DE Job Code: 2320 Job Type: Regular Work Schedule: Generally 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; however, must be able to work flexible and varied hours. Job Status: ull Time Reports To: Building fficial Amount of Travel Required: some Positions Supervised: None Revision Date: 12 /20/2016 PSITIN SUMMARY GENERAL STATEMENT DUTIES Performs inspections on a variety of new and existing industrial, commercial and residential properties for compliance with codes, installation and safety regulations in at least two disciplines. i.e. building and electrical. Performs other duties as required or assigned. DISTINGUISHING EATURES THE CLASS The principal function of an employee in this class is to inspect new and existing industrial, commercial and residential properties for compliance with codes. The work is performed under the supervision and direction of the Building fficial, but considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. This class is distinguished from other Inspection classes by the performance of complex inspections in more than one area. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this class establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Building fficial, other City employees, officials of the governing function, contractors, installers and the general public. The principal duties of this class are performed in a general office and field environment. ESSENTIAL UNCTINS Reasonable Accommodations Statement

2 To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential unctions Statement(s) Performs inspections on new and existing industrial, commercial and residential properties for compliance to ederal, State, local codes, regulations, specifications, and standards; and confers and provides information on codes to all involved individuals and entities as needed. Interprets construction plans, specifications, and related documents to provide accurate and consistent interpretations of code requirements to builders, contractors, homeowners, developers and the public. Investigates complaints of code violations, including explaining alternatives to correct such violations to builders, contractors, homeowners, developers and the general public. Interprets codes and regulations as they relate to permit programs and compliance conditions to appropriate individuals ensuring they have the most current and correct information. Promptly records accurate incoming inspection requests and schedules same; coordinates inspection work with other City staff in the Building Department. Conducts final inspections with authority to postpone building or project completion based on compliance with enforcement codes and standards. iles reports with property owners and Idaho Power Company, if necessary, for the disconnection of electrical. Maintains accurate records and files on all inspections. Assumes responsibility for other duties as required or assigned. May need to assist City legal staff in the preparation of cases of code and regulation violations, including testifying in court as required. Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions. Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions and reviews publications and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work areas. ESSENTIAL RELATINSHIP EXPECTATINS Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems. Responds to citizen's questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner. Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities. Is punctual and timely in meeting requirements of performance, including attendance standards and work deadlines. Communicates information and states concerns in a clear and professional manner. Respects the opinion of others and demonstrates a reasonable relationship with employees, supervisors and others. Accepts and performs in a timely and effective manner changes in work assignments and/or how work is performed.

3 REQUIRED KNWLEDGE Considerable knowledge of the current Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing Manual, Manufacturer's Specifications, Nampa Electrical Code, State of Idaho Electrical Code IDAPA Rules, National Electrical Code, Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., energy, International Building Code, Residential Building Code, and ADA accessibility regulations. Considerable knowledge of all applicable ederal, State, and City codes and ordinances related to the specific areas of responsibility. Considerable knowledge of basic building construction techniques as related to heating, cooling, gas and electrical systems, including the independent installation of HVAC systems as applicable to function. Considerable knowledge of procedures documenting inspections; correcting violations and carrying through on court procedures. Considerable knowledge of concepts, materials, and terminology related to specific areas of responsibility Substantial knowledge of business and engineering mathematics. SKILLS/ABILITIES Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with assigned supervisors, other employees, and the general public. Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language and deal with a wide range of persons, including situations in which individuals may be upset over some issue involved with City activities and policies. Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures, and instructions, use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions, and prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations. Integrity, ingenuity, and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks. PSITIN QUALIICATINS Competency Statement(s) Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Analytical Thinking - Using a logical reasoning process to break down the work through a situation or problem to arrive at an outcome. Recognizing fundamental elements of a situation, examine the facts, clarifying the situation, evaluating, interpreting and integrating solutions. Commitment to Safety - Understands, encourages and carries out the principles of integrated safety management; complies with or oversees the compliance with safety policies and procedures; completes all required training; takes personal responsibility for safety. Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures. Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.

4 Problem Solving - Ability to identify problems and issues of varying complexities and to find effective solutions for or to deal proactively with work-related problems with few guidelines. Reliability - Ability to be dependable and trustworthy. Self-Motivated - Ability to reach a goal or perform a task with little supervision or direction. Teamwork - Ability to work as a productive member of a cohesive group toward a common goal, and contributing to team development and effective team dynamics. Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Required Bachelors of Applied Science Degree (four year college or technical school) ield of Study: Electrical Internship Program (Required) Experience: 6 plus years of experience as a Journeyman Electrician. 3 years of experience as a Building Inspector or any combination of experience and training which provides the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work. Computer Skills: Ability to operate a personal computer using standard or customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks and the ability and willingness to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology. Certifications & Licenses: Valid State of Idaho Class D Driver s License. Journeyman Electrician s License. (Required at time of hire) International Association of Electrical Inspectors Certification* ICC Certification as a Residential Building Inspector.** ICC Certification as a Commercial Building Inspector.** (* Ability to obtain electrical inspector certification within 6 months of hire date; ** Ability to obtain at least one ICC building inspector s certifications within 12 months of hire date) PHYSICAL DEMANDS N (Not Applicable) (ccasionally) (requently) C (Constantly) Activity is not applicable to this position. Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time ( hrs/day) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time ( hrs/day) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) Physical Demands Lift/Carry Stand

5 Walk Sit Manually Manipulate Grasp Reach utward Reach Above Shoulder Speak Climb Crawl Squat or Kneel Bend C 10 lbs or less lbs lbs lbs ver 100 lbs Push/Pull 12 lbs or less lbs lbs N lbs N WRK ENVIRNMENT The principal duties of this class are performed in a general office and field environment. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS THIS PSITIN INGER Sufficient finger or manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, DEXTERITY: which enables the employee to work around electrical/mechanical systems and other installations, and operate a personal computer, telephone, and related equipment. SPEECH: HEARING: VISUAL ABILITIES: PHYSICAL STRENGTH AND PERSNAL MBILITY: Sufficient clarity of speech or other communication ability with or without reasonable accommodation to enable the employee to communicate effectively and convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly or quickly. Sufficient clarity of hearing with or without reasonable accommodation to enable the employee to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information. Sufficient visual acuity or other power of observation with or without reasonable accommodation which enables the employee to inspect plumbing/mechanical installations under conditions encountered on constructions sites, perform visual inspection involving small defects, and/or small parts, determine the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned; to make general observations of facilities and structures; to review a wide variety of materials in electronic or hard copy form and perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal. Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which enables the employee to visit installation/construction sites throughout the city and to climb, crawl in tight places and otherwise move through and around installation/construction sites, and function within a general office environment. Light work. Exerts up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. Dates to Submit Application : Application and position information may be found online at: Applicant must submit an online application; resumes will not be taken in lieu of the application. Position will remain open until filled.

6 The City of Nampa is an Equal pportunity/affirmative Action Employer. The City has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the City reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the City may deem appropriate.