Inspector - Commercial Electrical Permitting and Code Compliance Inspector III Grades 19 21 23
Inspector - Commercial Electrical Permitting and Code Compliance Inspector III Grades 19 21 23
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About the Position
WHO WE ARE
Safety sustainability and economic development are the hallmarks of the Montgomery CountyDepartment of Permitting Services(DPS). The department issues approximately 40000 buildingpermitsa year and conducts thousands of inspections by local code officials. With a staff of about 240 employees DPS five divisions include: commercial building construction; customer support and outreach; land development; residential construction and fire code compliance; and zoning and code compliance. From its awardwinning programs to providing excellentcustomer service in the office and in the field DPSs commitment to its customers is summed up by its tagline: Your Project Partner.
WHO WE ARELOOKING FOR
TheCommercial Building Construction Divisionis seeking someone withan electrical inspection background to join theinspections team as aPermitting and Code Compliance Inspector III.
This position may be underfilled as aPermitting and Code Compliance Inspector II Grade 21orPermitting and Code Compliance Inspector I Grade 19. Once the employee is at full performance and meets theminimumrequirements of theProficiency Advancement processthey are eligible for the noncompetitive promotion through the series to thePermitting and Code Compliance Inspector III Grade 23.
The expected salary ranges for this role on hire are:Permitting and Code Compliance Inspector I: $60335 to $77345
Permitting and Code Compliance Inspector II: $65551 to $96783
Permitting and Code Compliance Inspector III: $71299 to $112369
What Youll Be Doing
This position conducts and documents onsite inspections for compliance with plans permit requirements engineering standards and all applicable County State and federal laws codes ordinances regulations and guidelines as per NFPA 70 National Electrical Code in buildings under construction or renovation.
Review and approve electrical plans.
Complete andmaintaindetailed records of inspections and supporting documents related to any aspect of fire and life safety systems product design and installation specifications as well as correspondence.
Provide written or oral feedback on findings.
Work with onsite contractors or project managers toresolve discrepancies between approved plans and field conditions resolve interpretive problemsfacilitatecasework andschedule and implement corrective actions.
Determinewhen alternative construction or installation methods and materialsrepresentequivalency for compliance with codes.
Issue orders and summonses prepare cases for court/appellate consideration and testify as an issuing official and expert witness.
Perform related duties as.
This position requiresthe possession of a valid drivers license fromtheapplicants state of residence and the ability to drive aCountyvehicle to attend meetings transport materials or perform work at locations outside the office which include locations throughout Montgomery County.
Minimum Qualifications
If filled at Permitting & Code Compliance Inspector III Grade 23
Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree in an appropriate engineering technical or professional field and three 3 years of experience in Commercial/Residential Construction Electrical Inspections Electrical Plan interpretation or related field.
Or
Graduation from high school or High School Certificate of completion recognized in the State of Maryland and seven 7 years of experience in residential construction of which one year must have been in a code compliance/enforcement capacity.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
Certifications: The Department of Permitting Services maintains a listing of current Departmentrequired certifications for employees classified at the Permitting and Code Compliance Inspector III level.
If underfilled atPermitting & Code Compliance Inspector II Grade 21:
Education: Completion of high school or possession of a High School Certification of Completion recognized by the State of Maryland. A bachelors degree in an appropriate field as shown above is preferred for all positions. For applicants possessing an appropriate degree the experience requirement may be reduced to two years instead of five.
Experience: Five 5 years experience in a technical/professional field appropriate to Commercial/Residential Construction Electrical Inspections Electrical Plan interpretation or related field. At least one 1 year of experience should be in a code compliance/enforcement capacity.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
If underfilled at thePermitting & Code Compliance Inspector I Grade 19:
Education: Completion of high school or possession of a High School Certification of Completion recognized by the State of Maryland. A bachelors degree in an appropriate field as shown above is preferred for all positions. For applicants possessing a degree in an appropriate area the experience requirement may be reduced to one 1 year instead of three 3 years.
Experience: Three 3 years experience in a technical/professional field appropriate to Commercial/Residential Construction Electrical Inspections Electrical Plan interpretation or related field. At least one 1 year of experience should be in a code compliance/enforcement capacity.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
Preferred Criteria Interview Preferences
All applicants will be reviewed by OHR for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated Qualified placed on the Eligible List and may be considered for interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are same grade or higher will be placed on Eligible List as a Transfer candidate and may be considered for interview.
Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:
Possession of the Maryland Electrical Masters License Journeymans License the International Code Council (ICC) E2 Commercial Electrical Inspect and the E1 Residential Electrical Inspector certifications or some other equivalent certification in electrical inspection.
Experience working with electrical installations.
Experience reading understanding and interpreting construction plans anddeterminingif installation of theelectrical wiring orequipment is following approved plans.
Experience conducting field inspections thatcomprisemethods and techniques of factfinding analysis and resolution of complex problems either independently or as part of a team.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Office of Human Resources (OHR) reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position.
Montgomery County Government(MCG) is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly as it relates to employment opportunities the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should email OHR at. Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.
MCG also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference refer to the Careers webpage onHiring Preference.
All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education relevant experience knowledge skills and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicants responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria or interview preference status. Based on the results the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on the Eligible List as a Lateral Transfer candidate and may be considered for an interview.
This will establish an Eligible List that may be used to fill both current and future vacancies.
If selected for consideration for this position you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge skills and abilities indicated on your resume.
Montgomery County Ethics Law: Except as provided by law or regulation the Countys Public Employees (which does not include employees of the Sheriffs office) are subject to the Countys ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employmentand the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at19A12 of the County Code. Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from theEthics Commissionwebsite.
Employment Type
Full-Time
