Building Inspector / Senior Building Inspector

City of Liberty Hill•Liberty Hill City Hall, TX

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Building Official within the Planning and Development Services Department, the Building Inspector / Senior Building Inspector is responsible for the enforcement and administration of the City of Liberty Hill’s adopted building codes and Unified Development Code through comprehensive field inspections and plan review activities. This position serves as a primary liaison between the City and members of the development community, including builders, architects, developers, and subcontractors, to ensure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations. The Senior Building Inspector coordinates and collaborates with internal departments and external agencies, including Williamson County, TxDOT, and local Emergency Services District (ESD), to facilitate effective review and inspection processes. The Senior Building Inspector performs all assigned duties in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures, City codes and ordinances, and applicable state and federal laws and regulations. This position operates under the general supervision of the Building Official and is expected to serve as the supervisor of entry level building inspectors.

Requirements

High School graduation and one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid Texas driver's license and a good driving record.
Certified in International Code Council Residential Plumbing Inspector or obtain certification.
Certified in International Code Council Commercial Plumbing Inspector or obtain certification.
Med-Gas Course completion or Backflow Certification
Licensed as a Plumbing Inspector by the State Board of Plumbing Examiners or obtain certification.
Certified in International Code Council as either a building, electrical, mechanical, energy code inspector or combination inspector Examiners or obtain certification.
Technical and administrative aspects of building inspections, building codes, and city ordinances.
Construction, plumbing, electrical systems, framing, foundation, and heating and air conditioning systems.
Contractor licenses.
Regulations and guidelines prepared by state relative to the city's building inspection requirements.
Office Systems: Administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing systems and filing and records management systems.
Office Software: Current word processing, presentation, spreadsheet, and database programs used by the City; particularly, the MS Office Suite.
English Language: The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning of words and grammar.
Interpret and communicate to others zoning laws, building codes, and other related codes.
Read detailed blueprints.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other city employees, state and local government agencies, contractors, builders, and the general public.
Demonstrate proficiency in both oral and written communication
Proficient in using Microsoft applications (including Word, Excel).
Accuracy: Paying attention to detail in dealing with numbers, words, documents, and ideas.
Be able to provide accurate and timely information to the public
Active Listening: Listening to what others are saying and asking questions as appropriate.
Cooperation: Establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Critical Thinking: Using logic and analysis to identify the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches.
Mechanical/Technical: Safely operating diverse office equipment, including computers, copiers, fax machines, calculators, and telephones.
Service Orientation: Actively looking for ways to help people.
Sequencing: Correctly following a given rule or set of rules to arrange things or actions.
Interactive Presentation: Effectively presenting information to groups and responding to questions.
Written Expression: Communicating information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
Reading Comprehension: Reading and interpreting documents.
Organizational Strategies: Tracking multiple variables by sorting, grouping, and calendaring.
Direction and Instructional Comprehension.
Problem Analysis: Identifying and defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent and four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licensed as a Code Enforcement Officer by the Texas Department of Licenses and Regulation (TDLR)

Responsibilities

Make on-site residential and commercial inspections during all phases of construction to ensure compliance with various ICC codes, including building, gas, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, energy, and verifies compliance with zoning and other ordinances.
Maintain computer records and reports concerning inspections, licenses, permits, certificates, etc.
Perform on site license checks of plumbers, electricians and others that are required to be licensed under city ordinance or State License Laws.
Conduct required inspections during building condemnation procedures.
Consult with engineers, architects, builders, and contractors to discuss plans and compliance with various codes.
Answer questions in person and on telephone regarding, building ordinance compliance, and citizens' complaints.
Provide customer service to other departments and public as needed.
Prepare and write departmental reports and correspondence.
Train, and oversee subordinate building inspectors.
May oversee the scheduling, assignments, and daily workflow of subordinate staff in the department.
Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations. ( Senior Building Inspector Only)