Building Inspector IIIIII

WHAT WE OFFER

The County of Ventura offers attractive compensation and benefits package. In addition to the salary of approximately $61729.35 to $95310.11 annually an employee within this position will also be eligible for the following:

• Merit Increases New employees are eligible for an initial 5 merit increase within the pay range upon completion of at least 1040 hours (approximately 6 months) assuming work meets satisfactory standards. Subsequent merit increases within the pay range will be upon completion of each additional 2080 hours (approximately one year) from the initial merit increase.
• Educational Incentive An educational incentive of 5 for completion of a graduates degree.
• Bilingual Incentive Incumbents may also be eligible for bilingual Incentive depending upon operational needs and certification skills.
• Annual Leave 208 hours per year increasing to 288 hours after 5 years of service.
• Vacation Accrual New regular fulltime employees shall accrue approximately 14 days of vacation a year for the first 10400 hours or 5 years of service; vacation accruals increase atand 20 years of service topping out at 26 days a year and 400 hours of vacation hours banked.
• Annual Leave Redemption After 14560 hours of continuous service an employee may elect to cash in or redeem up to 80 hours of vacation accrued in the same year after using 80 hours of vacation in the preceding 12 months.
• Deferred Compensation Eligible to participate in the Countys 401(k) Shared Savings Plan and/or the Section 457Plan. This position is eligible for up to a 3 match on your 401(k) contributions.
• Health Plans Full time regular employees are afforded a flexible credit allowance for purchasing medical dental and/or vision insurance from a group of authorized plans: Tier one for employee only is $509 per pay period tier two for employee plus one is $779 per pay period and tier three for employee plus family is $983 per pay period.
• Flexible Spending Accounts Choice of participation in the Flexible Spending Accounts which increase spending power through reimbursement of pretax dollars for IRS approved dependent care and health care expenses.
• Pension Plan Participation in the Countys defined benefit plan.
• Holidays 12 paid days per year which includes a scheduled floating holiday.
• Additional Benefits Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Wellness Program

VENTURA COUNTY

The Countys 1873 square miles include 1846 square miles of land with 42 miles of coastline which is home to the following cities and points of interest: Camarillo Fillmore Moorpark Ojai Oxnard Port Hueneme Santa Paula Simi Valley Thousand Oaks and Ventura as well as national protected areas such as parts of the Angeles National Forest Channel Islands National Park and the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.

Ventura County is a general law county governed by a fivemember electedbydistrict Board of Supervisors. The Supervisors appoint a County Executive Officer (CEO) to oversee the County budget daytoday operations and to advise assist and act as an agent for the Board of Supervisors in all matters under the Boards jurisdiction. It focuses on serving its residents by promoting engagement strategy and accountability to include diversity equity and inclusion initiatives to ensure that all employees are treated with respect and without discrimination and to improve culturally appropriate outcomes for community members.

THE AGENCY

The primary goal of the Resource Management Agency (RMA) is to protect the health safety and welfare of the general public through administration and enforcement of County ordinances Board policy and state and federal laws regarding land use and commercial and environmental regulation. The agency includes five divisions: Environmental Health Building & Safety Code Compliance Operations and Planning. RMA also plays an important role in economic development by assisting County residents and businesses in obtaining permits needed to construct new or reconfigured buildings start new businesses such as home occupations restaurants and food service establishments and agricultural enterprises.

RMA recognizes the value of having a diverse and inclusive workforce at all levels of our agency to best serve our clients and be representative of the community we serve and is committed to being an active participant in removing barriers to ensure equitable access and opportunities for success. The agency is dedicated to attracting hiring developing retaining and valuing quality employees fully empowered to protect everyones health safety and the environment and committed to providing excellent customer service through the efficient accurate and consistent application of laws ordinances regulations and policies.

THE DIVISION

The key responsibility of the Building & Safety Division is to enforce various requirements associated with fire safety structural safety energy conservation water conservation sustainability accessibility for disabled persons and various other aspects that make the buildings in our community safe to use and occupy. The Ventura County Building Code contains references to the State Codes that are used in the State of California and lists those local construction standards used in Ventura County.

THE POSITION(S):

Under general supervision inspects buildings and structures in all stages of construction for compliance with governing laws local ordinances and adopted state and model codes and standards and takes appropriate action to ensure compliance with applicable codes ordinances and laws.

The ideal candidate will have excellent customer service skills as well as strong interpersonal skills which allow them to successfully work with a diverse customer base including home and business owners builders contractors trades people designers and general public. The ideal candidate will also have recent construction experience with working knowledge of current construction methods and materials including work experience in mechanical plumbing and electrical installations; ability to work under direction and/or independently with the use of mobile technology at various work sites throughout the County. Additional trade certifications from the International Code Council (ICC) are highly desired.

Building Inspector I and II: Under general supervision (I and II) inspects buildings and structures in all stages of construction for compliance with governing laws local ordinances and adopted state and model codes and standards and takes appropriate action to ensure compliance with applicable codes ordinances and laws. Performs related duties as required.

Building Inspector III: Under direction inspects buildings and structures in all stages of construction related to the assigned area of specialty for compliance with governing laws local ordinances and adopted state and model codes and standards. Takes appropriate action to ensure compliance with applicable codes ordinances and laws. Trains inspection staff in the assigned area of specialty and performs related work as required. May be assigned to inspect complex commercial and industrial electrical plumbing or mechanical systems.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

Building Inspector I is the entry level in the Building Inspector job series. The Building Inspector I differs from the Building Inspector II in that the latter requires ICC (International Code Council) certification.

Building Inspector II differs from Building Inspector I in that the latter is the entry level position in the job series. Building Inspector II differs from Building Inspector III in that the latter is assigned to the more advanced specialist functions and may supervise specific functions or programs.

Building Inspector III is the advanced journey level classification assigned complex structural architectural plumbing mechanical or electrical inspections and/or plan reviews; and may oversee and supervise permit processing and clerical staff of a customer service counter. Incumbents are expected to effectively resolve difficult problems associated with inspection plan review or permit processing.

APPROXIMATE SALARIES:

Building Inspector I $29.68$41.57 Hourly

Building Inspector II $31.13 $43.66 Hourly

Building Inspector III $32.67 $45.82 Hourly

Building Inspectors I/II/III are represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and are eligible for overtime compensation.

The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and Fixedterm) Intermittent and Extra Help vacancies. There is currently one 1 Regular vacancy.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

OPENING DATE:4/01/2025

CLOSING DATE: Continuous

FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS: On or around 4/21/2025. Subsequent reviews will be conducted until closing date.

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

Building Inspector I

• Inspects the construction of residential some commercial and other structures and related equipment for compliance with applicable codes ordinances and laws.
• Maintains accurate permit and construction support files for the assigned geographical area.
• Approves acceptable work or indicates in writing corrections necessary to comply with codes and ordinances.
• Explains code and ordinance requirements to county personnel builders architects contractors and the public.
• Issues written notices of violations when required.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Building Inspector II

In addition to the duties above the Building Inspector II may include any combination of the following:

• Performs simple plan reviews for minor residential additions alterations and remodels.
• May appear as an expert witness at legal hearings and court proceedings.

Building Inspector III

In addition to the duties above the Building Inspector III may include any combination of the following:

Generalist Inspector Electrical Plumbing Mechanical Specialist:

• Inspects complex structural and architectural systems including the installation alteration repair and maintenance of electrical plumbing and/or mechanical equipment apparatus and systems.
• Reviews plans and related documents and calculations for compliance with Ventura County ordinances and laws.
• Establishes and prepares training programs in basic to complex inspections as required in the various specialties. Assists building inspection staff on complex inspections.
• Explains codes and ordinance requirements for proper installation of equipment materials and systems to county personnel builders architects contractors and the public.
• May appear as an expert witness at legal hearings and court proceedings.
• Maintains accurate permit and construction support files of all assigned projects.
• Recommends and advises the Building Official on proposed changes to the adopted codes.

EDUCATION TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Building Inspector I

Sufficient education training and/or work experience to demonstrate possession of knowledge skills and abilities typically acquired through two 2 years of experience as an inspector or a journeyman in the building trades or building construction. Certification as an inspector by a nationally recognized organization such as the International Code Council is preferred.

Building Inspector II

Sufficient education training and/or work experience to demonstrate possession of knowledge skills and abilities typically acquired through three 3 years as an inspector or a journeyman in the major building trades.

Substitution: Satisfactory completion of directly related college coursework may be substituted for one 1 year of experience.

Building Inspector III

Generalist Inspector Electrical Plumbing Mechanical Specialist:

Sufficient education training and/or work experience to demonstrate possession of knowledge skills and abilities typically acquired through four 4 years as an inspector or a journeyman in the major construction trades one 1 year of which has been with a local governmental agency in the appropriate technical specialty.

Substitution: Satisfactory completion of directlyrelated college coursework may be substituted for up to two years of the required experience excluding the required government experience on a yearforyear basis.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver License.
• All employees in this classification are subject to the provisions of Health & Safety Code 18949.25 et seq. which mandates certification and continuing education. Exemptions to certification requirements may be allowed as provided for in the above code sections. The certification will be from a recognized state national or international association as determined by the local agency (County of Ventura Resource Management Agency). All employees in this classification shall complete a minimum of 45 hours of continuing education for every three 3 year period with at least eight 8 hours regarding disability access requirements with providers determined by the local agency (County of Ventura Resource Management).

DESIRED:

• International Code Council (ICC) certifications: Plumbing Mechanical or Electrical inspector.
• Recent construction inspection experience.
• Recent education or training at a college level in Construction Technology or Building Inspection Technology.
• Experience working on computer databases or permit tracking software.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Some to Comprehensive knowledge of the following:

• Methods of construction and building materials and specialty codes governing laws and policies. fundamental tools practices and techniques of building construction repair and alteration.
• Inspection techniques and procedures.
• Basic provisions of International and California Codes.

In addition to the above Building Inspector III may include: principles of supervision and training.

Some to Comprehensive ability to do the following:

• Read construction drawing and documents related to assigned specialty.
• Communicate orally and in writing.
• Understand and apply codes and ordinances.
• Use a desktop and/or laptop computer and related software programs for document creation and email communications.
• Detect residential construction defects and hazards in buildings undergoing construction alteration or repair.
• Evaluate damaged residential buildings for continued use and occupancy.

In addition to the above Building Inspector III may include:

Supplemental Information:

Work is performed both in an office environment and outdoors. Incumbents may be required to perform strenuous tasks including lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds and frequently bending stooping crawling climbing reaching crouching and kneeling.

FINAL FILING DATE: Continuous and may close at any time; therefore apply as soon as possible if you are interested in it. Your application must be received by the County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura California no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.

FIRST REVIEW: A first review of applications is anticipated to occur on or around 4/21/25 and subsequent reviews may be conducted until sufficient applications are received to meet business needs.

To apply online please refer to our web site at www.ventura/jobs. If you prefer to fill out a paper application form please callfor application materials and submit them to County of Ventura Human Resources 800 South Victoria Avenue L1970 Ventura CA 93009.

NOTE: If presently permanently employed in another merit or civil service public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a merit or civil service style examination then appointment by Lateral Transfer may be possible. If interested please click here (Download PDF reader) for additional information.

Note to Applicants: It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application and supplemental questionnaire; however it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this examination AT THE TIME OF FILING. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the examination process to assist in determining each applicants qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire may result in the removal of the application from further consideration.

APPLICATION EVALUATION qualifying: All applications will be reviewed to determine whether or not the stated requirements are met. Those individuals meeting the stated requirements will be invited to continue to the next step in the screening and selection process.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION

A Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E) is a structured evaluation of the job application materials submitted by a candidate including the written responses to the supplemental questionnaire. The T&E is NOT a determination of whether the candidate meets the stated requirements; rather T&E is one method for determining who are the better qualified among those who have shown that they meet the stated requirements. In a T&E applications are either scored or ranked according to criteria that most closely meet the business needs of the department. Candidates are typically scored/ranked in relation to one another; consequently when the pool of candidates is exceptionally strong many qualified candidates may receive a score or rank which is moderate or even low resulting in them not being advanced in the process.

NOTE: The selection process will likely consist of an Oral Exam which may be preceded or replaced with the score from a Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E) contingent upon the size and quality of the candidate pool. In a typical T&E your training and experience are evaluated in relation to the background experience and factors identified for successful job performance during a job analysis. For this reason it is recommended that your application materials clearly show your relevant background and specialized knowledge skills and abilities. It is also highly recommended that the supplemental questions within the application are completed with care and diligence.

ORAL EXAMINATION 100

A jobrelated Oral Examination may be conducted to evaluate and compare participating candidates knowledge skills and abilities in relation to those factors which job analysis has determined to be essential for successful performance of the job. Candidates must earn a score of seventy percent 70 or higher to qualify for placement on the eligible list.

If there are three 3 or fewer qualified applicants an examination will not be conducted. Instead a score of seventy percent 70 will be assigned to each application and each applicant will be placed on the eligible list.

ELIGIBLE LIST

Candidates successfully completing the examination process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one 1 year. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and FixedTerm) Intermittent and Extra Help vacancies for this and similar positions within the Resource Management Agency. There is currently one 1 regular vacancy within the Building and Safety Division.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

A thorough preemployment post offer background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment education criminal background information and driving record may be required for this position.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all regardless of age ancestry color disability (mental and physical) exercising the right to family care and medical leave gender gender expression gender identity genetic information marital status medical condition military or veteran status national origin political affiliation race religious creed sex (includes pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding and related medical conditions) and sexual orientation.

CONTACT INFORMATION

For further information about this recruitment please contact Magali Rodriguez by email at or by telephone at.