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Scheduled Work Days & Work Hours

Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm

35 Hours - Standard

Repost: Previous applicants need not reapply.

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GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Within the Department of Business Regulation (DBR), to administer and perform inspectional work of a difficult and complex nature as mandated by the State Building Code within the area of specialization indicated in the title of the class of position; to perform the required inspections of all installations in the area of specialization under the jurisdiction of the State Building Commissioner; to assist in the implementation of state law and regulations regarding the inspection of construction; to assist with the inspection of projects in the area of specialization for cities and towns in the absence of local inspectors; to investigate complaints involving contractors; and to do related work.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of a superior with considerable latitude for independent judgement; work assignments are reviewed upon completion for conformance to instruction, codes, regulations, and policies.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: To guide and coach State Building Inspectors of a lower rank and to assist a superior in the training of new staff.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

• Within the Department of Business Regulation (DBR), to administer and perform inspectional work of a difficult and complex nature as mandated by the State Building Code within the area of specialization indicated in the title of the class of position; to perform the required inspections of all installations in the area of specialization under the jurisdiction of the State Building Commissioner; to assist in the implementation of state law and regulations regarding the inspection of construction; to assist with the inspection of projects in the area of specialization for cities and towns in the absence of local inspectors; to investigate complaints involving contractors.

In the area of specialization indicated in the title of the class of position:

• To conduct on-site inspections of a difficult and complex nature on projects under the jurisdiction of the State Building Office.
• To inspect work in progress as to its compliance with plans, specifications, standards and permits; to observe conditions and as necessary issue notices for correctness.
• To inspect and investigate complaints involving contractors.
• To respond to any questions relative to mode or manner of construction and materials used in the installation of work.
• To interpret code provisions and recommend compliance procedures in order to satisfactorily comply to state laws, regulations, etc.
• To travel out of state and make inspections of mobile or modular homes in accordance with the provisions of the state’s contract with HUD and the National Conference of Building Codes and Standards.
• To assist and/or substitute for local city and town inspectors when mandated by law.
• To perform annual inspections of school facilities and community residences.
• To be responsible for keeping inspection records and to prepare written and oral reports.
• As required, to train state and local inspectors in the compliance and administration of the building code regulations and application of such regulations during on-site inspections.
• To represent the State Building Office and to testify and present evidence in administrative hearings.
• To work with consumers and contractors to resolve disputes.
• To do related work as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT:

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of building construction as it relates to the area of specialization indicated by the title of the class of position and the ability to apply such knowledge in the performance of on-site inspections for all state projects under the jurisdiction of the State Building Commission in order to determine compliance and to make recommendations to effect compliance; a thorough knowledge of state building code regulations, laws, etc.; the ability to interpret and apply construction plans and specifications; the ability to instruct and train building code officials/inspectors; the ability to mediate corrections to construction problems related to consumer complaint and investigations; the ability to maintain inspection records and compose written reports; the ability to inspect and investigate complaints regarding and contractors; and related capacities and abilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education: Graduation from high school or a technical vocational school; and

Experience: Employment as a building code inspector or official, or in a position involving the inspection of building construction, materials, accessibility, or compliance.

Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. At the time of appointment must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician's certificate.

2. At time of appointment, in the area of specialization indicated in the title of the class of position, a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in general building construction: a minimum of five (5) years’ experience and a Rhode Island master or journeyman plumber’s license; a minimum of five (5) years and a Rhode Island class A or class B electrician’s license.

3. A minimum of five (5) years and a valid Rhode Island master pipefitters I and master refrigeration I contractor’s license.

4. Must possess certification as a qualified building official/inspector in accordance with Section 23-27.3-107.6 and 23-27.3.107.7 of the Rhode Island General Laws as amended and must maintain such certification and licensure in the area of specialization as a condition of employment.

5. Qualified applicants without specialization in plumbing, mechanical, electrical, building, or accessibility areas must demonstrate multiple years of relevant and applicable program management and coordination experience with a focus on compliance with contractors’ regulations, building codes, and/or other relevant areas.

6. Must possess and maintain a valid Rhode Island Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Supplemental Information

Benefits

For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.
 

Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.