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Job Description

CIVIL INSPECTOR I

JOB CODE 60260

Effective Date:	12/07A

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The fundamental reason this classification exists is to perform entry level technical and skilled site development, and on-site and off-site civil inspections in the field for public works and residential projects. Compliance is ordered when violations are discovered. Difficult problems may be referred to a supervisor, but employees work independently in the field and are responsible for making decisions requiring technical discretion, sound judgment, and familiarity with a variety of codes, ordinances, and construction methods or problems. Assignments in this classification are allocated to the Development Services and Engineering and Architectural Services Departments. Employees in this classification report to a Civil Inspection Field Supervisor, Civil Engineer, or similar supervisor, who provides supervision and training designed to prepare incumbents for promotion to Civil Inspector II.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs field plan review and requires construction corrections to be made when deficiencies are discovered:
• Assists builders and owners in determining methods to achieve code conformance;
• Provides information to contractors, owners, or other customers regarding the Construction Code and other regulatory requirements and specifications;
• Monitors an assigned geographical area to identify construction being performed without a permit and for dangerous structures;
• Issues notices of violation where unsafe or illegal conditions exist, and conducts follow-up inspections to ensure corrections are made;
• Investigates alleged violations of the Construction Code and related ordinances;
• Approves alternate methods or materials for code compliance within the scope of authority delegated by the Assistant Development Services Director who serves as the building official;
• Coordinates the construction of City projects with utilities, other departments, contractors, and sub-contractors;
• Evaluates the quality of inspections performed by architects and engineers on projects which require special inspections;
• Responds to citizen complaints and requests for information regarding construction projects;
• Performs inspections in accordance with approved plans;
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT ASSIGNMENT:

• Inspects the full range of public works construction projects, which includes streets, alleys, water and sewer lines, irrigation facilities, storm drains, and permit construction in the public right-of-way, for compliance with standard details, specifications, and approved plans;
• Conducts site inspections and authorizes release of Certificate of Occupancy;
• Inspects and enforces barricade set-ups including street, sidewalk, or alley restrictions, in accordance with City of Phoenix Traffic Barricade Manual;
• Documents construction project progress;
• Takes samples for various materials tests and calls for materials testing as required.

ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT ASSIGNMENT:

• Inspects the full range of public works construction projects, which includes streets, alleys, water and sewer lines, irrigation facilities, storm drains, and permit construction in the public right-of-way, for compliance with standard details, specifications, and approved plans;
• Computes monthly estimates of work and recommends payments to contractors;
• Inspects buildings for conformance with standard details, specifications, and approved plans.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• City Construction Code and the Zoning Ordinance applicable to construction and associated rules, regulations, and standards.
• Materials and methods used in construction including carpentry, masonry, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical.
• The principles and techniques of civil engineering including materials testing, surveying, and plans review.
• Engineering terminology.
• Environmental regulations pertaining to construction, such as dust control and storm water management.
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) construction requirements.
• Stages of construction when possible violations and defects may most easily be observed and corrected.
• Mathematical principles required to perform related technical calculations.

Ability to:

• Learn to perform assigned inspections.
• Learn purpose of relevant construction code requirements and methods for enforcing requirements.
• Accurately read and comprehend construction plans.
• Detect possible defects and faults in construction and recommend or stipulate appropriate remedial measures.
• Objectively interpret and consistently apply code requirements and related standards in accordance with department policies.
• Communicate in the English language by phone or in person in a one-to-one setting.
• Observe or monitor objects to determine compliance with prescribed operating or safety standards.
• Use graphic instructions, such as blueprints, schematic drawings, layouts, or other visual aids.
• Measure distance using a tape measure.
• Sort, distribute, and file material such as site plans, permit files, notice of ordinance violations, and survey sheets in some prescribed manner.
• Bend or stoop repeatedly or continually while performing inspections.
• Travel over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces or terrain, and maneuver around scaffolding, bracing, or unfinished construction elements.
• Lift arm above shoulder level while performing inspections.
• Work cooperatively with other City employees and the general public.
• Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.

Additional Requirements:

• For positions in the Development Services Department - Must successfully complete the On-the-Job (OJT) training Program by the end of the twelve-month probationary period.
• Must demonstrate ability to conduct plan review prior to appointment.
• All positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.
• Some positions will require the performance of other essential and marginal functions.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Documented completion of three years construction experience working at a skilled journey level in public works, site development, or related building trades, or relevant certification by a model code agency as an inspector or plan reviewer. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.