Plans Examiner/Inspector III

Added to system:
11/6/24 7:30 AM

Region:
Colorado

Location:
Aspen

*Up to $3,000 Sign On Bonus May Be Available*

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.The application must be filled out completely; stating"see resume"anywhere in the application, is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.

Enjoy Industry Leading Benefits:

• Generous paid vacation and extended sick leave, and holidays.
• Free and discounted transportation options to get around Aspen and the Valley.
• Professional development and learning opportunities, including a tuition reimbursement program.
• Health and wellbeing options that include Medical, Dental, Vision, robust and accessible employee assistance program, and nationally recognized wellbeing platform.
• Monetary bonuses for healthy lifestyle choices and to use towards other personal needs.
• Plan for your future with competitive employer contributions to a 401a retirement plans and Social Security, in addition to an individual 457b retirement plan and Roth IRA option. Have peace of mind with life and disability insurance.

The City of Aspen is an Equal Opportunity Employe

Job Title: Plans Examiner/Inspector III (Inspector Focus)
Department: Community Development
Classification: Exempt

Hiring Range: $78,312/annual - $88,109/annual
Salary Range: $78,312/annual - $117,458/annual

Position Summary: Reviews and processes building applications including site and field inspections, plan review and verification of compliance of construction with applicable codes, consistent with the organization's values and mission statement. City of Aspen inspectors ensure the safety, efficiency, and integrity of Aspen's world-class-built environment by maintaining the highest level of training and professionalism in the industry.
Supervision Exercised and Received: This position works under the direct supervision of the Deputy Chief Building Official.

Distinguishing Characteristics (hire placement based upon experience):

Inspector I: Performs entry level job duties. Work performed at this level work is under immediate supervision. May have limited directly related work experience. Work performed is moderately complex and is intended to provide professional level inspection experience and expertise.
Inspector II: Performs journey level job duties. Work performed at this level is complex, is considered professional level work and is performed independently. May train other staff in inspection procedures.
Inspector III: Senior level job duties. Work involves complex and demanding projects and may include any level of work. Work is performed independently. Responsible for routinely training other staff on inspection procedures.

Essential Job Functions:
Building Inspections
* Inspects and evaluates residential and commercial systems, both new and existing, to ensure that appropriate codes are maintained and enforced and that electrical codes systems are installed and maintained in a safe and professional manner. Operates a city vehicle and conducts daily building inspections at construction sites of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings to determine compliance with model building codes according to an established inspection schedule.
* Provides the builder or contractor representative with an inspection report (acceptance or deficiency report) and a notice of any corrections necessary to ensure the construction is completed in accordance with the appropriate model codes. Re-inspects construction as required. Performs field inspections and plan reviews on all permitted projects and verifies that the project is constructed as per the approved plans and conforms to the model building codes. Prepares records of inspection requests and fills out reports as required for field inspectors. Prepares a daily work schedule and maintains a daily inspection log of activities listing property inspected, status of construction, and results of inspection. Enters inspection activities into computer records. Issues stop work orders on projects that require but lack a building permit.
Plans Examination
* Reviews construction plans and permits for compliance with applicable building codes and issues building permits. Completes the documentation necessary for the issuance of the permits, reviews permit applications and associated documents, and prepares building permits with applicable fees. Prepares communication to customers regarding model code requirements and deficiencies of plans. Conducts research, reviews past decisions, and gathers input from other staff to interpret building codes in many various applications. Determines if construction documents and if field/as-built conditions comply with building codes.
Customer Service
* Provides expert, timely customer service to all internal and external Community Development customers. Serves as building department technical expert and resource according to designated level. Maintains knowledge, researches, reads, interprets, communicates, and explains applicable codes, policies, regulations, laws, principles, and ordinances to builders, contractors, design professionals, property owners, the public, and city staff. Determines the needs of the customer, which includes providing information or referral as appropriate. Creates and presents educational seminars as needed to the building community. Schedules courtesy appointments and site visits with customers concerning any code requirements or construction practices that pertain to property or projects. Provides code consulting services to applicants, potential applicants, city departments and the public focused on ensuring the efficient submission and review of development documents. Works closely with other city departments to assist, problem solve, and resolve issues. Assists with general office duties.
Technology and Records Management
* Fosters culture of innovation in the Building Department and works to become a subject matter expert in daily duties which require the use of technology. Develops and implements improvements to plan review, field inspection, database management, and records retention processes and procedures. Trains City staff in use of these processes. Maintains and inputs data related to plan review and inspection activities.

City Organizational Values
* Supports and models the City of Aspen organizational values: Service, Partnership, Stewardship, and Innovation. Organizational values are shared principles that guide behavior across the organization. This position is responsible for upholding and applying these values while performing daily work functions.
Other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies: Displays the following key competencies in the overall job performance to include knowledge, skills, and abilities:
* Service: Provides service with excellence, humility, integrity, and respect in daily work, builds trust by listening, treats people with respect, acknowledges opportunities for improvement, and follows through with commitments.
* Partnership: Actively creates strong, supportive internal and external relationships to attain a common goal and achieve greater impact together.
* Stewardship: Balances social, environmental, and financial responsibilities, evaluating the impact of decision making on a thriving future for all.
* Innovation: Develops technical expertise to pursue new ideas and creative outcomes, grounded in Aspen's unique culture, opportunities, and challenges.
* Communication: Knowledge of effective and appropriate communication. Ability to use knowledge effectively in various contexts which may require oral, written, visual and non-verbal communication.
* Interpersonal: Works to develop strength in interpersonal skills. Has the ability to work well with diverse groups of people, both inside and outside the organization.
* Technology: Demonstrates technology skills sufficient for the nature and level of position. Demonstrates a willingness to learn new technologies and transition job duties accordingly to support technological advances and innovation.
* Project Management: Knowledge of general business and project management principles and practices as applicable to assigned work. Ability to coordinate projects for maximum efficiency and monitor progress towards desired objectives.
* Problem Solving: Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
* Construction Review: Working knowledge of current construction principles, building materials, and activities. Demonstrated ability to interpret architectural construction drawings, building codes, regulations, specifications, and technical reports.
* Inspection: Working knowledge of building technical codes and standards according to level of position. Specialized and extensive knowledge of City of Aspen requirements and policies.

Minimum Requirements:
Education:
All Levels: Bachelor's degree.
Experience:
Level I: No prior inspection experience. One year of professional level working experience.
Level II: One year of professional level inspection experience.
Level III: Three years of professional level inspection experience.
Technical Knowledge: Must be proficient Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook (Email), and have a working knowledge of computers and online computer-based technology applications, which includes accessing web-based platforms.
Licenses & Certifications: Must possess an International Code Council (ICC) Plans Examiner and Building Inspector Certification or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire. Must possess a valid Colorado driver's license or be able to obtain one within 30 days of start date.
Level I: Must possess an International Code Council (ICC) Residential Building Inspector and Residential Plans Examiner certifications or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire.
Level II: In addition to prior requirements: Must possess International Code Council Commercial Building Inspector and Building Plans Examiner certification within six (6) months of date of hire. At least one (1) additional related certification within one (year).
Level III: In addition to prior requirements: Must possess International Code Council Accessibility plans examiner certification. At least one (1) additional related certification within one (1) year.
NOTE: Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required abilities, knowledge and skills as determined by the City of Aspen may be substituted for the requirements above.
NOTE: This position requires a Criminal Background Check upon hire. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Criminal Background Check.
Position Type and Work Hours:
* Regular full time, hours may vary with workload.
* Evenings/Weekends may be required in addition to or instead of normal hours depending on department needs and special projects. Evening meetings may be required in addition to or instead of normal hours.
Work Environment:
* Indoors: Office environment.
* Outdoors/Off-Site: Performs site visits to construction sites, attends meetings, and conferences. Work is frequently performed outdoors that includes exposure to adverse weather conditions.
Physical Demands:
Visual Acuity: Ability to bring objects into focus.
Balancing: Maintaining equilibrium.
Bending: Bending or position oneself to move an object from one level to another.
Carrying: transporting or moving an object.
Crouching: Bending body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
Climbing: Ascending or descending stationary objects.
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Performing work through using two or more body parts or other devices.
Gripping/Grasping: Ability to apply pressure with fingers and palm.
Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, through use of hands, fingers, or other means.
Hearing: Perceiving and comprehending the nature and direction of sounds.
Kneeling: Bending legs at knees to come to rest on knee or knees
Lifting: Moving objects weighing no more than 20 pounds from one level to another.
Pushing/Pulling: Ability to use upper extremities to exert force in order to press, draw, drag or haul objects in a sustained motion.
Reaching: Extending the hands and arms or other device in any direction.
Repetitive motions: Making frequent or continuous movements.
Sitting: Remaining in a stationary position.
Standing: Ability to sustain position for a period of time.
Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.
Talking: Communicating ideas or exchanging information.
Walking: Ability to move to traverse from one location to another.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.