Building Inspector

Position Summary

Churchill County is recruiting for the full-time, regular position of Building Inspector to work in our Public Works, Planning & Building Department and help ensure that building codes are followed and safe structures are built. The Building Inspector inspects residential and commercial building construction, alterations, and repairs to ensure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations. We are looking for someone with strong construction knowledge who can work with contractors and homeowners in a professional and courteous manner. Strong customer service skills are necessary, and the employee must be comfortable and skilled working with computer programs and other technology.

Essential Functions

This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

• Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
• Inspects residential and commercial building construction, alterations, repairs and demolitions; ensures compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Inspects commercial and residential connections to water and wastewater systems; liaison with utility contractor to coordinate services and resolve issues.
• Issues building, utility and septic permits and collects fees; accounts for funds and balances daily deposits.
• Notes deficiencies and deviations from plans; issues notices of code violations and/or may confer with the County Building Official on more serious problems and disagreements.
• Coordinates inspection activities with other County departments, public and private agencies
• Reviews plans and specifications of projects; interprets County codes, notices of violation, occupancy certificates, and work stop orders.
• Reviews parcel maps for the suitability septic system placement and proper zoning.
• Provides information and responds to inquiries from contractors, property owners, County staff, and the general public regarding assigned inspections.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• Documents and maintains accurate records of inspections, actions taken and regulatory efforts; prepares written reports and correspondence.
• Performs public counter duties as assigned.
• Develops and maintains knowledge of construction technology, methods and materials; updates code knowledge through regular training sessions.
• Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience
Two (2) years of college course work in construction, pre-engineering, or a field related to the work or completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a recognized trade; AND two (2) years of journey-level experience in a trade; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices codes and regulations related to building inspection.
• Procedures for documenting inspections, correcting violations and carrying through on court procedures as required.
• Concepts, materials and terminology related to building construction.
• Applicable codes and regulations.
• Computer applications related to the work.
• Business and engineering mathematics.
• Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment
• Record keeping principles and practices.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Techniques for dealing with the public, in person and over the telephone

• Interpreting and applying appropriate methods, practices, procedures, codes and regulations to building inspection.
• Interpreting construction plans, specifications and related documents.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Organizing, prioritizing and coordinating work activities and meeting critical deadlines.
• Performing residential and basic commercial inspections
• Documentation of inspections and follow through in code violation procedures.
• Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within general policy guidelines.
• Understanding, applying and explaining complex policies, codes and regulations.
• Setting priorities, coordinating multiple activities and meeting critical deadlines.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

• Nevada Driver's License.
• Valid ICC or other national recognized certification in either residential inspection or commercial building inspection within 12 months of date of hire.
• Valid ICC or other national recognized certification in one of the following: commercial building inspection, commercial combination inspection, commercial electrical inspection, combination inspection, commercial mechanical inspection, commercial plumbing inspection, or residential combination within 36 months of date of hire.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mobility to work in typical office and field construction settings and use standard office equipment; stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; agility to traverse terrain and construction sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone and radio systems.

Work is subject to performance under exposure to adverse environmental conditions, electrical currents, gasses, noxious odors, and hazardous chemicals.

Conditions of Employment

DISCLAIMER: Churchill County provides benefits to regular employees. Benefits are prorated for some part time, regular positions (depending on job). Most part time positions provide no benefits.

No Nevada state income tax

Retirement
Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) of Nevada - Churchill County contributes 36.75% of an eligible Regular Member's salary for retirement. Churchill County contributes 58.75% of an eligible Police Member's salary for retirement. Retirement benefits are available to employees hired in positions that work 20 hours per week or more on a regular basis. Positions of less than 20 hours per week (or less than 1040 hours in a fiscal year) will receive Social Security contributions and will not be enrolled in PERS.

Deferred Compensation Plans
Employees can also participate in the VOYA 457 deferred compensation plan, which is funded by the employee. This allows the employee to save money in pre-tax dollars toward retirement.

Cafeteria Health Coverage Plan – Full-time employees' health insurance begins the first of the month after one month of employment. (Employees must work an average 30 or more hours per week on a regular basis to qualify for health insurance coverage.)

The county offers a "Cafeteria" health plan to full-time employees, which allows employees to pick and choose the best health plan for them and their family. The county offers three health plans - a base PPO plan with a $1,500 deductible, a "buy-up" PPO plan with a $750 deductible, and a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a $2,700 deductible and a Health Savings Account (HSA), to which the county contributes $177 per month. In addition, the county also provides the following: a prescription plan, a dental plan, and a vision plan. The county currently contributes 100% of the employee premiums for the base PPO plan and the HDHP, as well as for the prescription, dental, and vision plans. Employees who elect dependent coverage pay 100% of the dependent premiums - employees can elect to have those premiums deducted in pre-tax dollars.

Vacation Leave
Full-time, regular county employees scheduled to work 40 hours per week accrue 8 hours per month of annual (vacation) leave per year. Part-time, regular county employees accrue annual (vacation) leave vacation at a prorated amount depending the number of hours worked. Employees earn additional annual leave hours at 5, 10, 15, and 25 years of service up to a maximum of 240 hours (30 days) per year. While on probation an employee is not granted vacation leave for the first six months; the employee still accrues vacation leave during this time and will be credited with 48 hours of vacation leave after six months of employment in their regular position.

Sick Leave
Full-time, regular county employees scheduled 10 hours of sick leave per month, with no maximum accrual. Part-time, regular employees accrue sick leave at a prorated amount depending the number of hours worked.

HOLIDAYS - Regular county employees enjoy 12 paid holidays per calendar year including New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Nevada Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Family Day (Friday after Thanksgiving), and Christmas Day. In addition, County employees are entitled to one floating holiday per year, to be used at a time agreed to by the employee and his or her supervisor. (Regular, part-time employees receive prorated holidays based on the number of hours normally worked.)

Tuition Reimbursement
Churchill County values it's employees and empowers all employees to enhance their skills by taking job-related college courses as well as participating in job related workshops and seminars. To that end, for regular employees the county has a generous Tuition Reimbursement policy for accredited courses, reimbursing up to $1,200 per year in educational expenses.