Description

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS OF WORK:
This is a position that requires a thorough knowledge of construction principles and practices, 
construction industry license laws, and technical codes derived from the Florida Building Code, 
including the mechanical and fuel gas codes published by the International Code Council, Incorporated. 
The position requires general knowledge of the applicable sections of the National Electrical Code 
(N.F.P.A.70), related to residential electrical installations. The incumbent for this position possess a 
general knowledge of the technical codes and construction practices related to the National Flood 
Insurance Program, National Fire Prevention Association Life Safety Code (N.F.P.A.101) and the 
Florida Accessibility Code for Building Construction derived from the Americans with Disability Act. 
The position requires valid licenses issued by State of Florida under Chapter 468 Florida Statutes, to 
perform commercial building and residential 1 & 2 family dwelling inspections and building plans 
examiner or the ability to obtain a provisional building plans examiner certificate and complete the 
study and examination for standard plans examiner within 12 months of hire.
This position requires the ability to coordinate data, communicate with people and offer solutions to 
resolve issues; works under the direct supervision of the Building Official.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
The following statement describes the principal functions of this job and its scope of responsibility but 
should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other 
duties as assigned, including working in other functional areas to cover absences, to equalize peak work 
periods or otherwise to balance the workload.
Plans, assigns, directs and reviews the work of Inspectors and/or Plans Examiners; gives 
assistance and advice on difficult or unusual problems when necessary.
Confers with superior on general policies related to departmental policy, special assignments 
and related matters.
Assists Permit Technicians (in Building Official absence) in determining type of permits 
required for specific work to be performed.
Inspects new construction, alterations, mobile homes or repairs of buildings and other structures 
to ensure compliance with building codes, ordinances and zoning regulations for the protection 
of life and property, and the health, safety and general welfare of the public.
Conducts plan reviews, including blueprints, engineering specifications and sketches 
accompanying applications for building permits for compliance with building codes and county 
ordinances.
Interprets building codes and associated construction regulations to building inspectors, 
contractors and property owners, and offers solutions to meet the necessary standards for 
compliance.
Aids Building Inspectors in the interpretation of construction plans and documents.
Performs evaluations of existing structures.
Performs code enforcement for construction without permits.
Performs code enforcement related to the requirements of the National Flood Insurance 
Program.
Aids in the enforcement for Construction Industry Licensing Laws.
Maintains records of daily inspections.
Assists general public with building code related issues.
Maintains a good driving record.
Maintains continuing education credits. 

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Conforms to the code of conduct as stated in the adopted personal manual. 
Job description requires personal contact with other employees in the office, employees of other 
county departments, citizens, and customers of the department. Service is provided in person, 
by telephone or by written correspondence.
This position requires the ability to coordinate data, communicate with people and offer 
solutions to resolve issues. 
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, coworkers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic 
backgrounds regardless of race, religion, age, sex, disability or political affiliation.
Processes construction files, issues certificates of occupancy.
Performs other duties as assigned. 
Maintains county equipment in good condition and appearance.
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. 
Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.)
SUPERVISION:
This position has supervisory responsibilities; reports directly to the Building Official. Performs duties 
directing the department in the absence of the Building Official.
QUALIFICATIONS
Valid license issued by the State of Florida under Chapter 468, Florida Statutes, to perform 
structural plan reviews for residential and commercial structures.
Licensed as a Residential Inspector, or possesses equivalent licenses issued by the State of 
Florida under Chapter 468, Florida Statutes, to perform building inspections for all trades of 
residential construction and certification to examine plans or the ability to obtain provisional 
immediately upon hire and successfully obtain standard plans examiner within 12 months of 
hire date and perform inspections for Coastal Construction.
Five years of departmental experience as Plans Examiner/Building Inspector I. 
High School Diploma or GED.
Possess and maintain a valid Florida driver license with good driving record.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to see and hear (with or without corrective devices).
Ability to reach, stand, walk, stoop, climb, and bend.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds