Description
Position Information
Under general supervision, supervises building inspection staff; provides direction to staff on the more difficult and complex inspection, code interpretation and enforcement problems; and performs related work as required.
This is an Open Competitive/Countywide Promotional recruitment being conducted to fill a current full-time vacancy in the Community Services department. The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
For more information on this position, please see the Job Specification at https://www.washoecounty.gov/humanresources/Careers/jobspecs.php
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Five years of building inspection and code enforcement experience; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.
License Or Certificate
A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.
Must possess an ICC or equivalent Residential Building Inspector (B1) certification, Residential Electrical Inspector (E1) certification, Residential Mechanical Inspector (M1) certification, Residential Plumbing Inspector (P1) certification, AND two additional certifications in Commercial building, electrical, mechanical, or plumbing from a recognized code organization or agency at the time of application and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.
A Combination Residential Inspector (R5) certification or equivalent will be accepted in lieu of the B1, E1, M1 and P1 individual certifications, and a Combination Commercial Inspector (C5) certification or equivalent will be accepted in lieu of the two commercial certifications. The remaining two Commercial certifications must be obtained within one year of appointment. Certifications must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.
The Ideal Candidate Will
-Have strong knowledge of ICC model codes, ordinances, statutes, and building regulations adopted by Washoe County, with the ability to interpret and apply code requirements in the field.
-Have demonstrated inspection experience with multi-family and commercial construction, including the ability to perform and assist with complex inspections.
-Have a thorough understanding of building inspection processes, procedures, and documentation practices.
-Have excellent leadership skills and the ability to supervise field inspectors, including coordinating workloads, scheduling staff, and maintaining consistent inspection services.
-Have a strong desire to serve the Washoe County community.
-Have the ability to mentor, train, and evaluate inspection staff, including preparation of performance evaluations and technical guidance.
-Have strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to tactfully and effectively navigate complex and difficult scenarios.
-Have excellent communication, organizational, and administrative skills, with the ability to support inspection operations and effectively engage contractors, design professionals, and the public under the direction of the Building Official.
Conditions of Employment
The Washoe County Employees Association (WCEA) Supervisory Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) covers the Building Inspection Supervisor position.
Background checks will be conducted on selected applicants through the State of Nevada and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
Per the Washoe County Background and Reference Checks Policy, new and rehired employees are required to submit to a fingerprint based background investigation. Effective January 1, 2025, the $39.00 fee associated with this background investigation will be paid by the employee (if applicable) and deducted automatically from the first paycheck. Employment is contingent upon the results of the background check, although a record of conviction will not necessarily bar an applicant from employment.
Washoe County requires its employees to reside in the state of Nevada or neighboring California communities such as Truckee, South Lake Tahoe or Susanville as of their first day of work.
Washoe County hires all new employees at the minimum rate of the salary range and eligible employees may receive an annual merit increase of 5% until they reach the maximum salary for the classification. Upon promotion, current Washoe County employees are placed at the minimum rate of the salary range for the higher classification of the new position OR a promotional calculation, whichever is greater.
