Zoning Inspector

About the role

The City and County of Denver’s Community Planning and Development Department (CPD) is seeking a Zoning Inspector to join our Zoning Inspection Team. Our ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of basic inspection, zoning, and/or construction principals, as well as a strong desire to learn and develop skills in the areas of construction plans review.

Responsibilities

• Review landmark and zoning compliance for all projects/development within a specified inspector district
• Review approved construction plans, site plans, and architectural drawings to verify compliance with zoning requirements and identify discrepancies during field inspections
• Conduct inspections of private properties and sites for compliance; issue citations, orders, or summons, and recommend appropriate course of remediation
• Educate and work collaboratively with property owners, contractors, and residents to achieve voluntary compliance with zoning and landmark regulations by providing guidance and technical information regarding zoning and landmark code requirements and compliance options
• Stay abreast of updates to the Denver Zoning Code and landmark requirements
• Respond to reported violations lodged by residents of zoning, landmark or municipal code violations
• Acknowledge Certificates of Occupancy once work is completed according to landmark preservation standards or zoning ordinances and may issue stop work order or orders to comply if work is not compliant
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Experience reading and interpreting construction plans, site plans, blueprints, and architectural drawings
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills; a sense of diplomacy with the ability to communicate complex issues to varied audiences in an easy to understand manner
• Comfortable having difficult face-to-face conversations regarding code violations and required corrective actions, with strong mediation skills and the ability to gain voluntary compliance through empathy, professionalism, and effective communication
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to balance multiple inspections, priorities, and administrative responsibilities
• A keen eye for detail with the ability to identify discrepancies between approved plans and field conditions
• Excellent writing, public speaking, and broad communication skills
• Some knowledge of architectural history, construction materials and techniques
• Skills in applying design guidelines and standards to a wide variety and complexity of project types
• Comfort working independently in the field for the majority of the workday in a variety of weather conditions
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred, but not required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Urban and Regional Planning, Landscape Architecture, Historic Preservation, Engineering, or a related field
• One (1) year of experience performing complex inspections/investigations, plan review, or project coordination/management specific to development or land use, to ensure compliance with standards and ordinances

Skills

• Knowledge of architectural history, construction materials and techniques
• Ability to apply design guidelines and standards to a wide variety and complexity of project types
• Comfort working independently in the field for the majority of the workday in a variety of weather conditions
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (effective within 1 month of start date, City pays majority of premiums)
• Pension Plan for Life (Employee contributes 8.45%, Employer matches at 17.95%)
• 457 (b) Retirement Plan (no early withdrawal fee!)
• PTO (over 3 weeks in your first year) and 14 paid holidays
• Merit Increases
• STD, LTD, HSA, FSA, Life Insurance
• CARE Bank, Family Leave Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program, Employee Volunteer Program
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $2000/year), We Qualify for Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Learning and Development Opportunities; Courses and Career Development Resources
• EcoPass (unlimited free RTD bus/train rides)

Pay

Salary range for this position is $29.56-45.82/hour. New hires are typically brought into the organization between $30-34/hour, based on education and experience.

Schedule

This position is located at the Wellington Webb Building, located at 201 W Colfax Ave. Denver, CO 80202. Work schedule is Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (some weekend or alternative work hours may be required). A city vehicle is provided while on duty. Typically your work is starting in the office for a short time, and spending the remaining time in the field.

About Everything Else

Job Profile CN3404 Zoning Inspector
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Position Type: Unlimited
Position Salary Range: $29.56 - $45.82
Target Pay: $30-34/hour, based on education and experience

Agency: Community Planning & Development
Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies: City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.

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