Building Inspector I - IV - MABCD

Sedgwick County•Wichita, KS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the Metropolitan Area Building and Construction Department (MABCD) by overseeing commercial property cases. The role involves investigating work performed without proper permits (including those in a “void” status) and inspections. The inspector will also investigate and manage cases that may adversely impact a contractor’s ability to renew or retain their licensing status with MABCD. Additionally, the position assists programs designed to combat blight created by vacant commercial properties. The employee is expected to work autonomously in the field and display the utmost professionalism at all times.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Five (5) years of experience in the construction industry.
Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid Kansas driver’s license without restrictions.
Current proof of automobile insurance.
Active certifications.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree from Accredited College or five (5) years of training from an accredited Construction Trade School.
Inspection experience is highly desirable.
Six (6) or more years of experience in the construction industry.
Valid certification by ICC in multiple trade capacities.
Valid certification by ICC as a residential, commercial or both residential and commercial building inspector.

Responsibilities

Receive, record and investigate complaints involving vacant commercial structures.
Liaise with Neighborhood Inspection when additional enforcement (abatement or securing) action is required.
Perform on-site inspections to validate complaints, including scheduling and performing follow-up compliance inspections.
Prepare, send and track notices of violations to property owners.
Document all case activity (inspection activity, phone calls, voice mails, photos, e-mail correspondence, etc.) in the appropriate case management software.
Prepare documents for the issuance of UCCs and subsequent prosecution as needed, including providing in-person testimony.
Follow up on Stop Work Orders when no building permits are obtained to determine if illegal or unpermitted work was performed.
Investigate permits in “void” (expired) status to determine if illegal or unpermitted work continued without proper permitting or inspections.
Under the guidance of the Building Chief and Assistant Director, work to build case files and documentation for contractors who are habitual violators of working without permits, not obtaining final inspections, allowing permits to lapse into void status, etc.
Maintain required certifications through continuing education.
Stay abreast of code changes and code adoptions.