Planning Inspector I - SR-16

Duties Summary

Inspects and assesses uses, sites, buildings, and structures for compliance with State and County land use laws, ordinances, rules, and permits; issues citations for non-compliance; and performs other related duties as required.

Conditions of Employment

There are two (2) immediate permanent full-time vacancies with the Planning Department - Administrative Permits Division in Hilo. May be eligible to receive a $3,000 Recruitment Incentive. Conditions apply.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

• Training and Experience: A Combination Of Education And Experience Substantially Equivalent To graduation from high school, and two (2) years of inspectional or investigative work experience, or one (1) year of work experience involving the interpretation and application of Planning related rules, codes, and ordinances such as Zoning Codes, Subdivision Codes, Special Management Area, etc., andpossession of a valid State of Hawai‘i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver’s license at time of filing. (You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at time of hire.)
• Examination: All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application. Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week. Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Laws and regulations pertaining to zoning, subdivisions and other Planning related rules, laws, policies, and procedures;
• Inspectional and investigative methods and techniques;
• Legal procedures involved in enforcing zoning and subdivision ordinances and regulations;
• Report writing, and public relations.

Physical Requirements

• Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Benefits of County Employment

• Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)
• Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
• Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
• Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).

Supplemental Information

• Please scan and attach these supporting documents to your on-line application, if required: an official college transcript, a valid driver's license, a temporary assignment verification, professional licenses, and/or certificates.
• Veterans applying for veteran's preference points shall also scan and attach their DD-214 form and as needed, their VA claim letter to the on-line application.