PT /FT Building Inspector I/Code Enforcement Officer

City of McFarland

Building Inspector I/Code Enforcement Officer

Part-Time/Full-Time

Department: Public Works

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $31.28 – $40.04 per hour

Bi-Weekly Salary:

• Part-Time (20 Hours/Week): $1,251.20 – $1,601.60
• Full-Time (40 Hours/Week): $2,502.40 – $3,203.20

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION 

Under general supervision, performs technical field inspections and investigations to enforce State and City codes and ordinances relating to building, land use issues, public nuisances, and illegal dumping; investigates complaints and issues citations for building/code violations. 

POSITION SUMMARY

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices: 

• Reviews plans filed with applications for site plans, subdivisions, variance, and special exception requests collaborating with the Community Development Director to ensure submissions comply with city codes, ordinances and regulations and state laws and regulations, and prior approvals. 
• Inspects all premises in the City relating to zoning, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, insulation, masonry, and housing ordinances and codes. This shall include the supervision and records maintenance of all construction-related permits. 
• Performs interior and exterior field inspection work on new construction, remodeling, alterations, additions, repairs, and demolition to residential and commercial properties to determine compliance with City codes and ordinances. 
• Makes field inspections of building construction, demolition, alterations, renovations, and development projects during and upon completion for compliance with approved plans and specifications and applicable codes, ordinances, and laws. 
• Periodically patrols the City conducting inspections to monitor for violations of local codes and ordinances. 
• Conducts field investigations of potential violations; gathers evidence; questions or interrogates complainants, witnesses, and suspects; compares facts to requirements; makes findings; working with other enforcement personnel making recommendations to the Community Development Director regarding the issuance of warnings, correction notices, or citations. 
• Investigate and attempt to resolve complaints of violations relating to signage, building occupancy, nuisances, housing conditions, construction, land use, zoning, animals, noise, dumping, clearing, grading, filling, polluting, or other code related matters. Issue all necessary notices and orders when violations are verified. 
• Assists residents, contractors, engineers/surveyors, and the general public with questions and/or regarding properties, adopted codes, and city procedures. 
• Meets with the public, builders, contractors, applicants, professionals, governmental officials, and city staff and board members to review and explain code requirements and violations or potential violations; secures code compliance. 
• Issue building permits, certificates of occupancy, and all other related permits, and maintain records of same. Accounts for all fees due and paid. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Experience: Preferred bachelor’s degree to include business, management, engineering, or a related field, or 2 to 3 years of experience in code enforcement or planning work; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. English/Spanish Bilingual preferred. Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills, must be able to work independently and consistently meet deadlines, and must be available on weekends to provide coverage for building and code enforcement. 

License or Certificate: 

• Must possess a current International Code Council (ICC) Building Inspector I Certification at the time of appointment or obtain the certification within six (6) months of employment.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License at the time of appointment and must be maintained thereafter as a condition of continued employment.

Environment: Work is performed in an indoor office setting and outdoor field environment, with travel between sites. The position may involve exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, mechanical and electrical hazards, varying weather and temperature conditions, water, hazardous traffic conditions, and slippery or uneven surfaces and rough terrain.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to see well enough to read, write, make observations, view computer screens, read gauges and other instruments, and operate a motor vehicle. Must be able to hear sufficiently to communicate by radio, telephone, and in person; use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, write, file, and answer telephones; and walk on uneven or sloped surfaces, bend, stand, climb ladders and scaffolding, and tolerate temperature fluctuations while conducting inspections.

Vision and Hearing: Must have vision and hearing within the normal range, with or without correction.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Full-Time Employees

The City of McFarland offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible full-time employees, which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: City-paid coverage for the employee and eligible dependents, subject to applicable City policies and plan provisions.
• Life Insurance: Coverage equal to one year's base salary, with a minimum benefit of $50,000.
• Retirement: The City contributes an additional 10% of the employee's pay each pay period to a deferred compensation 401(k) plan at no cost to the employee. The City is not a California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) agency.
• Supplemental Life Insurance: Optional.
• Deferred Compensation 457 Plan: Optional.
• Section 125 Plan: Participation available.
• Personal Leave: One personal day.
• Vacation and Sick Leave: Vacation and sick leave accrued annually in accordance with City policy.
• Holidays: Holiday benefits in accordance with City policy.
• Work Schedule: 9/80 schedule, with weekend availability required based on operational needs.

Part-Time Employees

Part-time employees are not eligible for the City's employee benefits package listed above, except for any benefits or protections required by applicable law or expressly provided under City policy. Compensation is based on the approved hourly salary range.

Part-time schedules may vary based on departmental needs and may include weekend coverage.

Selection: Screening will consist of a competitive assessment of relevant education, training and work experience to be followed by an interview before an Oral Board to determine the most qualified candidates. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the interview, and the decision of the screening committee is final. Applicants will receive electronic notification regarding results for all phases of the recruitment up to the establishment of the eligibility list, if applicable. Candidates will be notified of the date and time of scheduled interviews and/or tests. The City of McFarland reserves the right to alter the testing process at any time, without notice, as needed.

To apply: You may apply online by clicking on the "Apply" button. Please submit a complete application (a resume may be included but does not substitute for a completed application) together with any materials required to accompany application if noticed in this announcement, to the Human Resources Office, City of McFarland, 401 W. Kern Ave. McFarland, CA 93250

Special Condition: Candidates recommended for hire will be required to undergo a background reference and fingerprint check and a pre-employment physical and drug screening.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The City of McFarland is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), requests for special accommodations during any stage of the examination process should be made in advance to If you believe you need accommodation under the ADA in the testing process for any position for which you intend to apply, please contact the Human Resources Division at (661) 792-3091 to request such accommodation. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability or medical condition, Acquired Immune Deficiency (AIDS/HIV) or AIDS related conditions, political affiliation, sexual orientation, ancestry, marital or domestic partner status, gender identity, parental status, veteran status, height, weight, or any other basis protected by law

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS (candidates must meet all)

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Experience: Preferred bachelor’s degree to include business, management, engineering, or a related field, or 2 to 3 years of experience in code enforcement or planning work; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. English/Spanish Bilingual preferred. Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills, must be able to work independently and consistently meet deadlines, and must be available on weekends to provide coverage for building and code enforcement. 

License or Certificate: 

• Must possess a current International Code Council (ICC) Building Inspector I Certification at the time of appointment or obtain the certification within six (6) months of employment.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License at the time of appointment and must be maintained thereafter as a condition of continued employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT 

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. 

Environment: Work is performed in an indoor office setting and outdoor field environment; travel from site to site; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, mechanical and electrical hazards, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; work in or around water; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces and rough terrain.