Code Inspections Supervisor

Position Overview

Plans, performs, supervises and manages the inspections and enforcement activities to ensure compliance with building codes, zoning ordinances, and Town Codes. An employee in this class is responsible for managing and directing the work of staff responsible for the issuance of permits; the inspection in the following areas: electrical, building, mechanical, and plumbing. Work involves interpretation, application, and enforcement of rules and regulations relating to the construction of new buildings and the repair of existing buildings. The employee works daily with contractors in enforcing the State Building Code, inspecting buildings and facilities, and reviewing plans and specification for new construction. The employee is also responsible for assisting with the enforcement of zoning ordinances and Town codes as warranted.

Examples of Duties

• Inspects buildings in the process of construction, alteration, or repair for compliance with State Code requirements in all trade areas; inspects for plan compliance and construction and safety practices; assures quality of design, materials, and work quality.
• Potential for inspections and enforcement after regular working hours.
• Effectively supervise staff.
• Makes sure that division operations, procedures, and use of resources are efficient and effective.
• Reviews site plan, blue-prints, and specifications and receives applications for permits.
• Sets and monitors daily inspection load to ensure balanced assignment of duties and timely completion of inspections.
• Advises contractors in interpreting and applying code regulations.
• Attends desk to receive and answer inquiries concerning inspections and permit procedures; receives and pursues complaints alleging code violations.
• Issues building permits and certificates of occupancy.
• Collaborates with the Fire Marshal on development reviews and inspections.
• Notifies responsible parties of defects and reinspects to determine if corrective actions have been taken; issues stop work orders.
• Aids the Fire Marshal in inspections of building and facilities for conformance with state and local zoning ordinances and in investigations of fires for which origin is not otherwise easily determined.
• Aids with minimum housing inspections as requested by the zoning inspector.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of State building codes and local laws and ordinances, and the Town's minimum housing code.
• Considerable knowledge of construction and system installation procedures in electricity, plumbing, heating, and/or air conditioning.
• Considerable knowledge of the approved methods and practices involved in the installation, construction, repair and maintenance of buildings.
• Ability to interpret codes and ordinances and apply them to specific situations.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Ability to detect and locate defective work in construction or repair of buildings.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, property owners, and the public.
• Ability to enforce regulations tactfully and firmly.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from high school and some experience in the building construction industry and enforcement of code standards; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Level III state inspection certification in two or more trades of Building, Electrical, Plumbing, or Mechanical.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license.

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, walking, pushing, pulling, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
• Must be able to perform medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally; and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently; and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Must possess the visual acuity to do extensive reading, use measurement devices, and perform building inspection tasks.

Supplemental Information

• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Join Our Team To Receive The Following Benefits:
• Paid Vacation Leave Accrual - accrual amount increases with service
• Interested in transferring from different municipal or state government entity? After 6-months with the Town, we will accept your verified service time from your immediately preceding employer towards vacation accrual.
• Paid Sick Leave Accrual
• Interested in transferring from different municipal or state government entity? After 6-months with the Town, we will accept your verified sick leave balance from your immediately preceding employer towards vacation accrual, based on the Town’s accrual schedule.
• Paid Holiday Leave and 1 Floating Holiday per year
• Membership in the Local Government Employees Retirement System (LGERS)
• 4% contribution into the NC401(k) Deferred Compensation Plan
• Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation Plans available
• Medical Insurance for employee at a low cost - dependent coverage available
• Employee Wellness Center visits at no cost – dependents also welcome if covered on employee’s health insurance plan
• Looking to retire from the Town? We offer health insurance for retirees based on years of service
• Dental Insurance for employee at a low cost - dependent coverage available
• Looking to retire from the Town? We offer dental insurance for retirees based on years of service
• Voluntary Vision Insurance for employee at a low cost – dependent coverage available
• Short Term Disability at no cost to employees
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability is available 2.5 times salary (up to $200,000)
• Life Insurance for employee at no cost
• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance for employee, spouse, child(ren) available
• Voluntary Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program at no cost
• Credit Union Membership Eligibility
• Education Tuition Assistance
• Employee Birthday Gift Certificate 2% Annual Bonus
• Progressive Pay Plan