Land Development Inspector

Salary Range:$44497 - $71640 Job Code: 51145 Salary Grade: 13 FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Purpose of Classification:

The purpose of this classification is to ensure contractor compliance with County specifications ordinances and codes.

Essential Functions:

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar related or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Performs site inspections; conducts inspections for new and existing contractors to ensure adherence to federal state and County codes ordinances and Specifications as it relates to the project; performs hydrostatic testing and inspections including but not limited to manholes and new distributions systems for wrap around cul-de-sacs for DeKalb County and the Department of Transportation; and inspects new service line installations for DeKalb County customers.

Oversees and advises contractors; reviews contractor invoices for accurate calculations; supports contractors and reduces contractor error by providing accurate mapping of existing utilities; and offers guidance in the event of project site complications.

Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations within designated timeframes and per established procedures; receives and reviews various documentation including service requests customer complaints final as-built drawings and utility maps; reviews completes processes forwards or retains as appropriate; prepares or completes various forms reports correspondence and other documentation including materials orders site inspections contractor invoices and changes to codes and ordinances; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.

Communicates with City officials other employees clients third party service contractors engineers laborers the public and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities review status of work exchange information or resolve problems.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associates degree in Construction Management Architecture Engineering or related field required; one year of experience in public works construction construction inspection or a related field; or any equivalent combination of education training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge skills and abilities for this job.

Specific License or Certification Required:Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia drivers license; Must possess and maintain or attain within six months of employment Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission (GSWCC) Level 1 B Inspector Certification.