Description

This posting will be used to fill a current vacancy in the Inspection Services Section of the Development Center Division in the Development Services Department within the City of Oklahoma City. An eligibility list will be established or supplemented for filling future vacancies, per provisions of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) collective bargaining agreement.  The Building Inspector I is a training position in which knowledge and application of Building Codes to inspections made are acquired. Prior to assuming the position, employees in this classification must have obtained specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities related to building construction. Essential job functions include: traveling to various construction sites to conduct inspections for commercial and residential structures, swimming pool installations, house relocations ensuring builders, property owners, and contractors are in compliance with applicable codes and ordinances. Inspections are carried out independently with unusual problems and code interpretations referred to the Building Inspector II and/or Chief Building Inspector. The employee must exhibit tact and diplomacy in communicating with citizens, contractors and departmental personnel concerning relevant aspects of work performed. Work products are periodically reviewed at the discretion of the Building Inspector II and/or Chief Building Inspector. 

Requirements

• Knowledge of the current adopted Oklahoma City Building Codes.
• Knowledge of construction materials, methods, and techniques.
• Knowledge of and skill in following safety procedures.
• Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints, plans, and drawings.
• Skill in assessing the overall condition of different construction types.
• Skill in using standard office equipment.
• Skill in recording information accurately.
• Skill in communicating verbally and in writing using tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to interpret, explain, and apply knowledge of building codes to work performed.
• Ability to make visual inspections to determine compliance with building codes.
• Ability to work independently in the performance of assigned tasks.
• Ability and willingness to make objective decisions.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in general building construction or as a Building Inspector.**
• Possession of a current State Building Inspector License.*
• Possession of a valid Driver License (Operator or higher). 

*NOTE:  Licenses must be issued by the State of Oklahoma or a state having reciprocity with the State of Oklahoma.  If an individual is selected who does not possess a current State Building Inspector License, that individual will be classified as a Building Inspector Provisional and be compensated at the Building Inspector Provisional salary range until such time as required licensure is obtained.  Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining a current State Building Inspector License within one (1) year from the date of hire/promotion/transfer/demotion. 

**NOTE:  City Ordinance (Chapter 12 Building Code, Section 12-54) requires that the employee shall have at least five years’ experience in general building construction, in a municipality of 20,000 or larger population or have at least five years’ experience as a building inspector in a municipality of 20,000 or larger population and shall possess a current State of Building Inspector License. 

The Building Inspector I shall not be interested directly or indirectly in any way with any construction related business engaged in the construction business within the City.  The Building Inspector I shall not perform any construction work within the City. 

State Law and/or City Ordinance require that the employee possess or obtain a permanent State Building Inspector License within one year.  If an individual is selected who does not possess a permanent State Building Inspector License, that individual will be classified as a Building Inspector Provisional and be compensated at the Building Inspector Provisional salary range until such time as the license is obtained.  Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining a State Building Inspector License within one year from the date of hire. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in the construction industry, residential and or commercial construction experience a must.
• Knowledge or use of the International Residential Code and/or the International Building Code.