You are reading the State of New Jersey Job Descriptions. This is not a Job Vacancy Announcement.

Job Specification

CONSTRUCTION CODE INSPECTOR 2

DEFINITION: 
 
Under the general supervision of a Subcode Official or other supervisory 
official in a state department, institution, or agency, performs work involving 
industrial and commercial structures including the review of plans and 
specifications for Class 2 and 3 structures and inspection of all construction 
in all classes of structures pursuant to the New Jersey Uniform Construction
Code, or carries out field inspection work and plan review work pursuant to 
the Amusement Ride Subcode; or per N.J.A.C. 5:18, conducts Liquefied 
Petroleum Gas inspections and/or plan reviews; does other 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 required inspections on Class 1, 2 and 3 structures to ensure 
compliance with the appropriate New Jersey Uniform Construction Code 
subcode and regulations.

Reviews plans and specifications for Class 2 and 3 structures.

Reviews plans and conducts required inspections for carnivals and 
amusement rides pursuant to the Amusement Ride Subcode to ensure 
compliance.

Ensures that established inspection schedules are maintained and all
inspections are performed within the time limitations and at critical points 
as provided in the regulations and department plans.

Calculates the fees for permit applications, and/or reviews the calculations, 
and forwards to the construction official or other supervisory official for 
proper accounting.

Checks materials to be used in the construction and supervises the 
inspection of the placement of materials to ensure that they are of the 
type, quality, and grade specified in the approved plans and specifications, 
and that they meet the necessary performance standards established in 
the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code Regulations and the particular 
subcode.
 
Inspects all amusement rides for safety of the general public, looking for 
violations of the regulations as they relate to machine guarding, hydraulic 
pressure systems, walkways, electrical hazards, braking devices, safety 
interlocks, cables, rescue equipment, speed controlling devices restraining 
and retaining device, clearance to obstructions and items presenting hazards 
to the public.
 
Inspects Liquefied Petroleum (LP) Gas installations and/or conducts plan
review; conducts periodic audits of LP Gas facilities, in accordance with 
N.J.A.C. 5:18 et seq.

Tests and checks equipment and devices as required.

Conducts field inspections of malfunctioning equipment to address 
complaints involving unsafe operating conditions.

Trains new inspection personnel, as assigned, and participates in the 
conduct of in-service training programs particularly for new regulations, 
laws and standards.

Prepares inspection reports showing the progress of work on each project 
relative to construction code compliance, weather conditions, and the 
percentage of work completed.

Maintains required inspection records and files required to show the 
details of each project inspected.

Prepares inspection reports noting violations, and provides recommendations 
concerning the assessment of penalties.
 
Maintains the records, reports and files required to show the details of 
each project inspected.

Testifies at court and in administrative hearings on behalf of the State.

As may be required, serves subpoenas and other legal process notices, 
including notices of violations.

Acts as a witness for the State at informal hearings and/or court proceedings

Prepares reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.

Prepares correspondence.

Maintains records and files.

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

REQUIREMENTS
 
EXPERIENCE:

Seven (7) years of experience in construction project management 
work such as a construction manager, construction official, general 
contractor, architect, or engineer with field responsibilities for all 
levels of construction, OR as an electrician, plumber, building trades 
craftsperson, or fire protection specialist OR in amusement ride 
development, construction, or inspection.

LICENSE:
 
Applicants will be required to possess a valid Industrial and Commercial 
Specialist (ICS) construction code enforcement license in building, fire 
protection, electrical, plumbing, or amusement ride inspection issued by 
the Department of Community Affairs, appropriate to the position.

NOTE: Appointees must continue to complete the continuing education 
requirements to maintain their ICS license.

NOTE: Appointees to the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Unit will be required 
to complete specialized training.

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 the qualities, limitations, and proper use of modern 
materials, equipment, and methods.

Knowledge of materials, supplies, equipment, methods and standards 
to be observed in conducting physical inspections of work compliance 
with approved plans, specifications, and the New Jersey Uniform 
Construction Code and other applicable regulations.

Knowledge of applicability of the construction code to alterations, 
replacements, and damages as specified in NJAC 5:23-2.6.

Knowledge of the requirements to grant exceptions of variations.

Knowledge of the regulations concerning the scheduling and 
requirements for inspections.

Knowledge of the problems encountered by contractors and the 
situations in which deviations from plans, specifications, and standards 
are likely to occur.

Knowledge of the particular subcode for which the individual is responsible.

Knowledge of the basic classification to structures into class categories 
as defined by the building subcode adopted pursuant to NJAC 5:23-3.4.

Knowledge of field inspection and controlled inspections techniques 
necessary to ensure that the materials installed at the site are of the 
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.

Ability to organize inspection work and analyze inspection problems.

Ability to read and interpret preliminary and detailed construction 
blueprints, plans, and specifications.

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relations with 
other code enforcement inspectors, contractors, and those involved 
with the work of the program.

Ability to verify the materials installed are the same strength and 
quality as assumed in the design calculations.

Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex laws, regulations, 
policies, standards, procedures, and apply them to specific situations.

Ability to prepare correspondence.

Ability to supervise the maintenance of records, reports, and titles.

Ability to prepare accurate and comprehensive reports.

Ability 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 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.

This job specification is applicable to the following title code:
Job
Spec
Code
VariantState,
Local or
Common
Class of
Service
Work
Week
State
Class
Code
Local
Class
Code
Salary
Range
Note
55356SC4023N/AI24-

This job specification is for state government use only.
Salary range is only applicable to state government.
Local salaries are established by individual local jurisdictions.

8/10/2013