Senior Street Inspector - Public Works
Senior Street Inspector - Public Works
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Job Description
Under general supervision as a Senior Street Inspector you will perform inspections and supervise the work of Street Inspectors tasked with regulating the use condition and construction of streets sidewalks trench excavations and other constructionrelated activities to ensure compliance with Federal State and Municipal codes specifications regulations and permit conditions. You will conduct inspections and supervise staff tasked with enforcing municipal codes governing the commercial use and occupancy of the public right of way including performing inspections involving regulation of sidewalk vendors mobile food facilities Shared Spaces and other communitybased elements of occupancy.
You may also be tasked with inspecting building exteriors and lots that are visible from the public right of way that potentially constitute a public nuisance. In addition to leading field activities you will provide supervision and assist with the completion of office activities and may perform inspections of increasingly complex projects and be assigned to special projects.
Important and Essential Duties:
Your duties as a Senior Street Inspector may include but are not limited to the following:
- Perform lead and supervise staff tasked with performing inspections of streets sidewalks trench excavations and utility repair projects; inspect general conditions of defects on streets and sidewalks.
- Inspect excavation sites sewer projects and utility company work sites to ensure proper shoring practices traffic control and pedestrian accessibility and safety practices are followed.
- Inspect permit use for obstructions such as news racks flower stands restaurant furniture produce stands building construction or other obstructions to paths of travel especially regarding compliance with the Americans with Disability Act and Title 24.
- Inspect private and public property identify violations and enforce and issue Notices of Violation/Blights under applicable municipal codes and ordinances.
- Inspect the placement of signs flyers or notices within the public right of way.
- Inspect private elements of occupancy that encroach on the public right of way.
- Read and interpret permits plans and specifications to determine if the condition and use of street sidewalk excavation or repair projects follow applicable codes regulations ordinances and permit conditions.
- Investigate requests inquiries and claims related to condition of the public right of way encroachment permit use appearance and condition of buildings structures or lots and public safety.
- Communicate with contractors utility company representatives property owners permit holders business owners other City agencies and the public to resolve concerns and address identified areas of noncompliance.
- Perform commercial inspections and enforce code and regulations in association with the implementation and administration of Sidewalk Vending Shared Spaces Love Our Neighborhood Mobile Food Facility Display Merchandise Tables & Chairs etc.
- Read review interpret and recommend revisions to complex permits plans and specifications.
- Enforce codes regulations and ordinances and recommend administrative penalties as necessary.
- Investigate complex complaints and claims related to public right of way.
- Respond to inquiries and complaints; may serve as a point of escalation and assist with mediating conflicts.
- Write reports and correspondence and prepare ordinances regulations resolutions and documents for public hearings.
- Coordinate and facilitate meetings conferences and hearings.
- Provide deposition and court testimony in dangerous conditions of public property matters.
- Perform mathematical calculations related to construction plans drawings and maps.
- Supervise Street Inspectors by planning organizing assigning directing and evaluating the work of other staff members.
- Schedule and participate in employee job safety training by conducting or arranging training sessions for staff.
- Analyze program goals and make recommendations in furtherance of meeting both performance and budgetary goals.
- Operate a City vehicle in the course of performing site inspections and attending hearings and meetings.
- May be assigned to special projects related to the development and enhancement of the public right of way.
Nature of Work: The nature of the work will require exposure to inclement weather conditions and will require exposure to hazardous materials and/or conditions found on construction sites and in an urban environment. Work on nights weekends and/or holidays may be required. Standing and/or walking for extended periods of time will be required. Contact with members of the public and engagement with persons believed to be participating in unauthorized vending and the need to impound and/or remove abandoned items from the public right of way may be required.
Qualifications :
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
- Three 3 years of experience as a Street Inspector;
OR - Three 3 years of experience in monitoring quality assurance and code compliance related to excavations roadways and sidewalk construction;
OR - Three 3 years of experience in permit review permit issuance or plan checking related to the construction or maintenance of the public right of way.
License:
Possession of a valid drivers license.
Note: Oneyear fulltime employment is considered equivalent to 2000 hours 2000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40hour work week). Any overtime hours that you work above forty 40 hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine fulltime employment.
Condition of Employment:
Valid Drivers License: Applicants must possess a valid State of California drivers license with no restrictions that would prohibit them from legally performing the essential functions and duties of the role.
Desired Qualifications:
The stated desirable qualifications may be considered at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred for hiring:
- Experience serving in a supervisory or lead capacity on code enforcement or construction projects related to the public right of way.
- Experience documenting preparing and representing an enforcement entity in an appeals hearing or other setting during which enforcement action(s) are being contested.
- Knowledge of sidewalk accessibility and ADA requirements and safe job site setup.
- Knowledge of safety measures when working in public right of way and worksites.
- Ability to deescalate situations and work as a team.
- Knowledge of San Franciscos public right of way rules and regulations.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.
Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Please review our articles on Employment Application and Minimum Qualifications and Verification of Experience and/or Education for considerations taken when reviewing applications.
Verification:
Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. More information can be found at: https://sfdhr/informationabouthiringprocess#verification
All work experience education training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.
Note: Falsifying ones education training or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.
Selection Procedures:
After application submission candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process which includes the following:
The selection process will include an evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements. Depending on the number of applicants the department may establish and implement additional screening mechanisms to comparatively evaluate the qualifications of candidates. If this becomes necessary only those applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the department will move forward in the recruitment process.
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through all of the steps in the selection procedure.
Additional Information :
Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:
- Information About The Hiring Process
- Conviction History
- Employee Benefits Overview
- Equal Employment Opportunity
- Disaster Service Worker
- ADA Accommodation
- Right to Work
- Copies of Application Documents
- Diversity Statement
Statement on Diversity Equity and Inclusion: At the City and County of San Francisco we share a commitment to a diverse inclusive and equitable community. Each member of our organization is responsible and accountable for what they say and do to make San Francisco an inclusive and equitable place to live and work by employing fair and just practices to and for all.
Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process please contact the analyst Reshma Shelke at
The City and County of San Francisco encourages women minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex race age religion color national origin ancestry physical disability mental disability medical condition (associated with cancer a history of cancer or genetic characteristics) HIV/AIDS status genetic information marital status sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression military and veteran status or other protected category under the law.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type
Full Time
