Job Description

About The Position PLEASE NOTE: The Clark County Building Department supports employee development by providing training and covering approved, job-related certification and examination costs, including ICC certifications required for successful performance of the position and career advancement, in accordance with County policy. This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources. Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process. Some positions may be confidential positions and are excluded from membership in the union. Some positions may be non-union positions and are excluded from membership in the union. Valid ICC or other nationally recognized inspection certifications as a combination inspector and one of the specialty certificates or other acceptable nationally recognized inspection certificates are required. Applications submitted without all valid ICC or other nationally recognized inspection certifications will be considered incomplete and not eligible to move forward in the selection process. Required certifications may be submitted in the following ways: Listed in the "Certificates and Licenses" section of the application. Uploaded as a Word or PDF attachment to application at time of submission. Uploaded as a Word or PDF attachment to an email and sent to Ashley Buggage at: Ashley.Buggage@clarkcountynv.gov ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Clark County Building Department located at 4701 W. Russell Road, Las Vegas NV, 89118, is dedicated to providing construction and development customers with state-of-the-art permit management, plan review and inspections services for residential and commercial construction. The Building Department is responsible for ensuring public safety through the effective enforcement of development and construction standards which include issuance of permits, plan reviews, inspection services for conformity to the State of Nevada and the adopted Model Codes. As part of Clark County, the Building Department is a dynamic and innovative organization dedicated to providing top-quality service with integrity, respect, and accountability. For more information regarding this career opportunity with the Clark County Building Department, please visit the department web page at: Minimum Requirements Education and Experience: Equivalent to two (2) years of college level course work in building inspection technology, engineering, construction management or a field related to the work OR completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a recognized trade AND five (5) years of full-time experience in performing professional level building inspections in the area of expertise, including one (1) year of lead or supervisory experience. All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources. Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment. Must possess a valid ICC or other nationally recognized inspection certificate as a combination inspector and one of the specialty certificates or other acceptable certification at time of application. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions. Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, reviews and evaluates the work of building inspection and related support staff. Recommends selection of staff; trains staff and provides for their professional development; administers discipline as required. Inspects new and existing industrial, commercial and/or residential properties, and/or other building and construction for conformance to codes, regulations, plans, specifications and standards; depending upon level of certification and expertise, may perform several types of inspections on one facility and one time. Confers with and provides information to developers, engineers, architects, property owners and others regarding code requirements and alternatives and County policies and procedures wherever possible, resolves complaints and problems. Reviews plans and specifications for buildings and related construction involving installation, remodeling, replacement and repair for use in performance of inspections. Reviews documentation and maintains accurate records of inspections, actions taken and regulatory efforts; prepares written reports and correspondence and issues citations to correct code violations. Works with District Attorney staff to prepare cases of violations; testifies in court as required. Oversees and provides quality assurance inspections for all contract inspection work performed for the County. Develops and maintains knowledge of construction technology, methods and materials; updates code knowledge through regular training sessions. Develops and conducts training programs for less experienced inspectors in area(s) of expertise. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses a variety of standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work; drives a personal or County motor vehicle to inspect sites and attend meetings.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment and to drive a motor vehicle in order to attend meetings and inspect properties; strength and stamina to inspect various residential, commercial or industrial properties or other facilities; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, over the telephone or two-way radio. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Clark County

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Apprenticeship, Work experience placement, H1b, Work at office

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