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Job Specification

BUILDING INSPECTOR / CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER

 BUILDING INSPECTOR 

 DEFINITION

 Under direction, inspects new and existing buildings and structures 
 to ensure compliance with the State Uniform Construction Code and 
 enforces same to ensure public safety, health, and welfare; does 
 related work as required.

 NOTE: The definition and examples of work for this title are for
 illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title
 may not perform all duties listed in this job specification.
 Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

 EXAMPLES OF WORK:

 Examines plans for new structures to ensure compliance with 
 building subcodes.

 Inspects construction jobs, checks quality and amount of work
 completed, and resolves construction problems

 Enforces rules and regulations regarding building subcodes.

 Initiates legal action against violators of building subcodes.

 Prepares essential reports.

 Establishes and maintains essential records and files.

 May give assignments and instructions to employees.

 May make recommendations to superiors concerning disciplinary
 measures, promotions, and appointments of employees.

 Collects fees for the issuance of various permits and keeps
 records of same.

 Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic 
 and/or manual recording and computerized information systems 
 used by the agency, office, or related units.

 REQUIREMENTS:

 LICENSE:

 Possession of a valid Building Inspector's License of the 
 appropriate class issued by the New Jersey Department of 
 Community Affairs.

 Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid
 in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than
 employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties 
 of the position.

 KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

 RCS License:

 Knowledge of structural design and analysis techniques necessary 
 to check compliance with the State Uniform Construction Code 
 particularly with regard to wood framing, light steel, and wall
 bearing systems which include foundation, wall, floor, and roof
 framing systems.

 Knowledge of basic material standards, codes, and enforcement
 requirements related to weatherability and durability of installed
 construction materials.

 Knowledge of basic fire protection requirements.

 Knowledge of basic inspection tools and test methods.

 Knowledge of organization and content of the State Uniform
 Construction Code.

 Knowledge of the preparation of violation notices and prescribed
 inspection record keeping.
 
 Knowledge of the classification of structures into class category.

 Ability to analyze and interpret provisions of the State Uniform
 Construction Code that apply to buildings and other laws, rules,
 regulations, and policies applicable to buildings

 Ability to carry out provisions of the State Uniform Construction
 Code as they relate to residential and small commercial structures.

 Ability to prepare building construction plans and specifications,
 and to review for accuracy and feasibility those prepared by others.

 Ability to work harmoniously with other municipal unit heads and 
 with private contractors and architects.

 Ability to make investigations and inspections.

 Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative reports 
 of inspections and investigations containing findings, conclusions, 
 and recommendations.

 Ability to keep essential records and files.

 Ability to prosecute violations of the building code by appearing in
 court.

 ICS License:

 The knowledge and abilities for an RCS license plus knowledge of 
 requirements of the State Uniform Construction Code for class II
 construction plus:

 Knowledge of the organization and content of the State Uniform
 Construction Code regulations, organization, and content of
 building subcode.

 Knowledge of basic classification of structures into class
 categories.

 Knowledge of methods of systematic plans analysis.

 Knowledge of information pertaining to structural, architectural,
 mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and electrical features of
 buildings which must be shown on plans to ensure compliance.

 Knowledge of code requirements related to fire divisions in
 buildings.

 Knowledge  of  design analyses methods to ensure that  structural
 and  mechanical elements of building depicted on plans do in fact
 conform to code requirements.

 Knowledge of field inspection and controlled inspection
 techniques to ensure that materials installed at construction
 sites are of same strength and quality as assumed by the design
 calculations and that they are installed in the manner required
 to achieve and preserve that strength.

 HHS License:

 The knowledge and abilities for an RCS and ICS license plus:

 Knowledge of advanced structural systems including structural
 design and analysis techniques necessary to check compliance 
 with the code for the heavily loaded and technically advanced 
 systems which characterize class I buildings.

 Knowledge of pile and other foundation systems used to bear
 very heavy loads.

 Knowledge of analysis of highrise framing systems including
 wind load and seismic considerations.

 Knowledge of fire protection systems requirements, standards, 
 and design methods for exotic (nonwater) fire suppression system.

 Knowledge of compartmentation elevator, voice alarm, and other
 highrise fire safety systems including material and installation
 standards and methods for ensuring compliance with those
 standards.

 Knowledge of requirements for and design principals involved 
 in various types of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning
 systems found in class I structures with particular emphasis  
 on procedures ensuring adequacy of installation including fire
 protection requirements for such systems.

 General ABILITIES:

 Ability to analyze and interpret the State Uniform Construction
 Code, local building code, and other local ordinances that apply
 to buildings, and other laws, rules, regulations, and policies
 applicable to buildings.

 Ability to carry out provisions of the State Uniform Construction
 Code as they relate to residential and small commercial
 structures, industrial and commercial structures, and to
 highrise/hazardous structures.

 Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or
 manual recording and information systems used by the
 agency, office, or related units.

 Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate
 in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.
 American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered  
 as acceptable forms of  communication.

 Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as
 long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after
 reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations.   
 If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause
 the employer undue  hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

 CODE:  00924      10/18/1996

 CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER

 DEFINITION

 Under the direction of a Supervising Code Enforcement Officer or other
 supervisory official, performs varied types of field and office work involved 
 in seeing that residents, business establishments, and citizens comply
 with adopted codes, ordinances, and related rules and regulations
 other than the State Sanitary Code, State Uniform Construction Code,
 or any of its subcodes, State Uniform Fire Code or any other code for
 which a license, registration, or certification is required by state law;
 does related work as required.

 NOTE:  The examples of work for this title are for illustrative
 purposes only. A particular position using this title may not
 perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely,
 all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
  
 EXAMPLES OF WORK:

 Conducts field inspections and special investigations to ensure
 compliance with various municipal ordinances.

 Initiates and enforces rules and regulations in relation to
 enforcement of various municipal ordinances.

 Initiates necessary legal action against violators of various
 municipal ordinances.

 Read and respond to submitted computer inquiries from the public.

 Prepares needed reports.

 Establishes and maintains needed records and files.

 May assist in promulgation of municipal ordinances.

 Attends meetings of municipal agencies as requested.

 Appears and testifies in the municipal court or other appropriate
 boards and agencies to obtain compliance with all laws and
 ordinances.

 Establishes a schedule of proposed systematic inspection of
 all properties in the municipality, including interiors of businesses, 
 multiple dwelling properties, schools and places of worship and 
 assembly.

 Submits monthly reports of inspections made including names 
 and addresses of owners, occupants, or lessees of premises, 
 dates of inspection, code violations found, if any, notices of 
 violation served, complaints filed with courts or agencies, and 
 dates of compliance or disposition of cases.

 Coordinates inspections of occupancies requiring joint inspection
 with other public agencies, such as the health department,
 building department, police department, and other appropriate
 bodies and agencies.

 Attends public meetings when required of the Board of Adjustment,
 Planning Board, and other appropriate boards and agencies.

 Prepares periodic reports of inspections and investigations.

 Establishes and maintains a complete and comprehensive
 record system of inspections.

 Inspects high rise and multiple dwelling properties for property 
 maintenance code violations.

 Inspects the interior and exterior of premises for safety hazards
 and unsightly or unsanitary conditions, such as loose and
 overhanging objects, accumulation of ice, excavations,
 projections, obstructions, and so forth.

 Inspects exterior porches, elevated patios, landings, balconies,
 stairs, and fire escapes to see that they are in good condition.

 Inspects the exterior of structures to see that they are
 maintained in good repair and that they are free of broken 
 glass, loose shingles, peeling paint, or crumbling stone, brick,
 or cement.

 Inspects signs and outdoor light poles and stanchions for
 condition.

 Receives and responds to complaints of alleged violations
 of local zoning code.

 Conducts inspections of such sites, writes initial complaints
 and may refer matters to zoning officer.

 Advises owners or other persons of violations to the zoning code.

 Receives complaints and inspects business premises for display
 of proper license, checks license to see that it is valid, and if no
 license is displayed or license validation has expired, issues a
 written notice of violation.

 In response to complaints, inspects sites where garbage, refuse,
 and/or debris have accumulated and orders such matters abated,
 or issues notices of violation of local code pertaining to same.  

 Keep record of all abandoned properties within the jurisdiction, 
 in order to keep banks abreast of payments due on said properties.

 Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic 
 and/or manual recording and computerized information systems 
 used by the agency, office, or related units.

 REQUIREMENTS:

 EXPERIENCE 

 One (1) year of experience in conducting inspections or investigations
 to detect violations of and ensure compliance with laws, rules, and 
 regulations.

 LICENSE:

 Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in 
 New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee
 mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

 KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

 Knowledge of provisions of the municipal rules, regulations,
 policies, procedures, and ordinances.

 Knowledge of problems involved in organizing work and 
 developing effective work methods both in the field and in
 the office.

 Knowledge of procedures to be followed and precautions to be
 taken when observing and collecting facts which are significant
 in determining whether laws are being observed.

 Knowledge of inspection techniques and the writing of reports
 that substantiate findings and serve as a basis for legal
 proceedings.

 Ability to analyze, comprehend, and interpret municipal rules,
 regulations, policies, procedures, and ordinances, and apply 
 them to specific cases.

 Ability to note significant conditions and to take proper action,
 when action is called for, in accordance with prescribed
 procedures.

 Ability to make accurate observations and record conditions,
 and abstract, and note those things which are significant.

 Ability to make necessary inspections and investigations
 without giving unnecessary offense.

 Ability to take and maintain a firm, correct stand when
 controversial matters are considered.

 Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative
 reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.

 Ability to establish and maintain needed records and files.

 Ability to make evaluative judgments based on the application
 of statutory or regulatory provisions.

 Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or
 manual recording and information systems used by the
 agency, office, or related units.

 Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate
 in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.
 American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered
 as acceptable forms of communication.

 Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they 
 can perform the essential functions of the job with or without
 reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be 
 made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, 
 such persons may not be eligible.

 CODE:  01285   9/18/2020 

  DUAL TITLE CODE:  05768

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