Zoning Inspector Trainee SR-14

Receives training and assists in a trainee capacity in the inspection education and enforcement of the laws ordinances rules and regulations governing land use buildings and outdoor signs in the County of Maui; and performs other related duties as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

This is the entry/trainee level in the Zoning Inspector series which is designed to provide career introduction and development in the functions of the zoning and outdoor sign code enforcement program. Duties are assigned as part of a developmental process to acquaint the incumbent with the standard practices methods and processes of the program. The incumbent receives orientation with respect to agencies policies and objectives the County of Maui Zoning and Outdoor Sign codes and other pertinent ordinances and procedures applicable to the work. The work is closely supervised through detailed instructions in work methods and procedures and through review during all phases of work.

The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position.

Under close supervision and following specific instructions:

• Conducts onsite inspections of a variety of building structures for compliance with all State and County zoning laws ordinances rules and regulations.
• Conducts inspections of signage in accordance with laws ordinances rules and regulations relating to outdoor signs.
• Observes and reports on evident and conspicuous structural electrical plumbing fire and health defects.
• Reviews applications for building permits and accompanying maps plans specifications etc. for compliance with zoning codes and outdoor sign ordinances.
• May issue citations for infractions of Outdoor Sign and Zoning codes.
• Investigates complaints and alleged violations of Outdoor Sign and/or Zoning codes.
• Assists in progressively difficult appeals arising from any contested notice of violation issued and may handle less complex appeals independently.
• Explains and interprets Outdoor Sign and Zoning codes ordinances laws regulations etc.
• Gathers information through onsite inspections personal interviews searches files and records.
• Prepares reports on investigations and makes sound recommendations for correction and prevention of code infractions.
• May discuss before groups the philosophy and practices of the code enforcement program.
• Maintains appropriate records and files.

Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school and two 2 years of experience in meeting and dealing with people one of which shall have involved the examination enforcement interpretation and/or application of laws ordinances rules and regulations and/or policies and procedures.

License Requirement: Possession of a valid motor vehicle drivers license (equivalent to State of Hawaii Type 3.

Knowledge of: County and State laws ordinances rules and regulations governing land use signage and buildings in the County of Maui; inspectional and investigative methods and techniques; legal procedures involved in enforcing outdoor sign and zoning laws ordinances etc.; and report writing.

Ability to: inspect buildings structures and sites and render decisions in conformity with building zoning and outdoor sign laws and ordinances; educate and motivate the public to comply with the Maui County Outdoor Sign and Zoning codes and ordinances; develop a thorough knowledge of the interpretation and enforcement of outdoor sign and zoning codes and ordinances; prepare clear and concise reports; deal tactfully and effectively with the public.

Health and Physical Condition:

Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Physical Effort Grouping: Light

SKILLS ASSESSMENT:
Qualified applicants will be required to take an online assessment. Applicants are required to test alone in a quiet distractionfree area using a reliable computer with a highspeed internet connection a microphone a webcam (internal or external) and a Windows or Apple Operating System. Applicants who do not meet the system requirements will be provided an opportunity to take the online assessment on site.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: you have never applied for a job using the NEOGOV system you must create an account. You will need a username password and working email address to create your account. Your detailed work history is required on the application. A resume submitted in lieu of an application will not be sufficient. Furthermore See resume is NOT an acceptable response under the Work Experience section. An application containing this response may be deemed incomplete. Applications may be rejected if they are incomplete.

EXAMINATIONS ARE ADMINISTERED IN THE COUNTY OF MAUl ONLY

The above examination is being given on an opencompetitive basis to establish an eligible list which shall be effective for not more than one year unless extended by the Director of Personnel Services.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The County of Maui does not discriminate on the basis of race sex sexual orientation age religion color ancestry national origin disability marital status pregnancy arrest and court record assignment of child support national guard participation or any other basis covered by state or federal laws governing nondiscrimination

PreEmployment/PostOffer Drug Screening Test: All applicants who will enter a safety sensitive position or certain designated categories that the Personnel Services Director has established or who are required by law to be drug tested must pass a preemployment/postoffer drug screening test as a condition of employment. There is no retesting or reevaluation process. Cost for the drug screening test shall be borne by the County of Maui.

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