JOB SUMMARY

This position is under direct supervision of the Building Official or the Building Inspector Supervisor. The Building Inspector inspects buildings and structures in all stages of construction. Building Inspectors shall be knowledgeable in the Building, Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical, and other codes, and ordinances related to building construction and have the ability to review and understand construction plans.  This position requires technical skills in being able to read and understand plans and inspect complex buildings and structures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform field inspections of industrial, commercial, and residential buildings during various stages of construction and remodeling to assure compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
• Investigate and make reports on apparent violations of the applicable codes and regulations.
• Provide code interpretation to the client, building professionals & the public.
• Review of building plans and specifications.
• Make recommendations for corrections and confer with contractors and builders to resolve violations of building and related codes.
• Resolve problems and set priorities.
• Read and interpret building plans, specifications and building codes.
• Detect deviations from plans or specifications and standard construction practices.
• Handle several tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and attention to details in an environment of frequent interruptions.
• Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess an International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Combination Residential is required.
• Possess an International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Commercial Building Inspector is preferred.
• All licenses must be maintained as a condition of employment.
• 5+ years of experience as a Building Inspector or 10 years of combined experience as Building Inspector and Construction Superintendent.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Class “C” California driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record is required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Require extensive physical exertion during on-site inspections.
• Require physical flexibility & dexterity, including the ability to continually stand, bend, stoop, reach, crouch and climb.
• Must be able to travel to client sites and/or job sites. 
• Require working in sitting position with computer for extended periods, occasionally.
• Often working outside in all weather conditions.
• Work in elevated places, noisy environments, and dark areas, occasionally.
• Require walking, bending, and sitting.
• May require lifting up to 35 pounds.
• Require the capacity to work in a fast-paced environment with deadlines and multiple projects.
• Occasional overtime work may be required throughout the year.

JOB SUMMARY

This position is under direct supervision of the Building Official or the Building Inspector Supervisor.  Building Inspector inspects building and structures in all stages of construction. Building Inspectors shall be knowledgeable in the Building, Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical and other codes and ordinances related to residential building construction and have the ability to review and understand construction plans.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform field inspections of residential and limited commercial structures during various stages of construction and remodeling to assure compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
• Investigate and make reports on apparent violations of the applicable codes and regulations.
• Provide code interpretation to the client, building professionals & the public.
• Resolve problems and set priorities.
• Read and interpret building plans, specifications and building codes.
• Detect deviations from plans or specifications and standard construction practices.
• Maintain basic record keeping practices on paper or with a computer.
• Handle several tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and attention to details in an environment of frequent interruptions.
• Work effectively with government entities, private interest, contractors and professional clientele.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess an International Code Council (ICC) Certification as a Building Inspector or one (1) International Code Council (ICC) trade specific certifications (i.e. plumbing, electrical, or mechanical). All licenses must be maintained as a condition of employment.
• 1+ years of experience as a building inspector with a private or public agency; OR 3+ years of experience in building construction related.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Class “C” California driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record is required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Require extensive physical exertion during on-site inspections.
• Require physical flexibility & dexterity, including the ability to continually stand, bend, stoop, reach, crouch and climb.
• Must be able to travel to client sites and/or job sites. 
• Require working in sitting position with computer for extended periods, occasionally.
• Often working outside in all weather conditions.
• Work in elevated places, noisy environments, and dark areas, occasionally.
• Require walking, bending, and sitting.
• May require lifting up to 35 pounds.
• Require the capacity to work in a fast-paced environment with deadlines and multiple projects.
• Occasional overtime work may be required throughout the year.

JOB SUMMARY

The Associate Planner is a journey-level classification in the professional Planner series. The Associate Planner is responsible for performing, with regular supervision, routine to complex planning duties in the administration of land use regulations, General Plan, environmental review, and design review. Depending on areas of expertise, an Associate Planner may be primarily assigned to one or more of the following specialties: current planning, long-range planning, architectural review, transportation planning, or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping. The Associate Planner works under the supervision of senior planning staff and performs difficult and specialized planning assignments. This classification is distinguished from the Assistant Planner class which handles the less complex assignments.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist senior planning consultants in the management of both ministerial and discretionary land use projects to determine compliance with General Plan Policies, Zoning Ordinance regulations, State Land Use regulations, Specific Plan policies and regulations, and other agency processes, as necessary.
• Advise applicants and property owners about procedures for the filing of ministerial and discretionary land use applications, including, General Plan and Zoning amendments, zoning review, subdivision review, variances, use permits, environmental review, and design review.
• Assume a lead project manager role in the review of complex planning applications to determine completeness, compliance, and consistency with development and design standards.
• Make decisions to determine the level of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review required for discretionary land use applications.
• Process applications and reviews plans necessary for issuance of a variety of permits.
• File, route, and track applications and permit documents to City departments and staff, and coordinate with other regulatory agencies and individuals concerned with proposed developments.
• Conduct site inspections and field investigations.
• May provide customer service in-person to support a municipality’s Permit Center involving coordination with property owners, project developers, public officials, and consultants in review of plans for development.
• Assist in the review for compliance with the state or local Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO).
• Review plans for adherence to architectural review guidelines and regulations and other objective planning standards.
• Maintain planning data using various computer software programs.
• Prepare graphics, public notices, and distribution lists for public hearings and/or meetings.
• Respond to inquiries from the general public and independently resolve issues related to the client’s planning and zoning procedures.
• Conduct research and provide information to City staff and the general public regarding land use issues and standard environmental documentation.
• Develop special studies and general reports.
• May represent the municipality at Planning advisory committees, other committees, and agencies.
• Prepare a variety of reports and draft ordinances for City staff, the City Council, Zoning Administrator, and the Planning Commission.
• Prepare correspondence and other similar documents to fulfill policy and legal requirements.
• Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATION

• Possess at least three (3) years of directly related planning experience in the public or private sector, including experience reviewing development proposals and land use documents.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban planning, architecture, or a related field.
• Valid American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification is desirable.
• Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary will be considered.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Class “C” California driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record is required.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITY OF

• Research and data collection methods.
• Principles and practices of planning and zoning administration.
• Environmental protection regulations such as California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), National Environmental Policy Action (NEPA), Clean Water Act, National Historic Preservation Act, Endangered Species Act, etc.
• State and local laws pertaining to land use such as Subdivision Map Act, Williamson Act, Historic Preservation Programs, etc.
• Principles of effective customer service.
• Effective report writing and presentation techniques.
• Statistics and math applicable to planning and property development.
• Common computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheet, database management, internet, video conferencing, and geographic information systems.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work independently or in a team environment.
• General office environment.
• Based on the need, may work at city hall, the CSG office, or from the home office.
• Regularly requires working in sitting position with computer for extended periods.
• Must be able to travel to client sites and/or job sites. 

JOB SUMMARY

This position is under the direction of the Building Official, supervise, evaluate, train and coordinate the work of building inspectors performing inspection work in all phases of construction, alteration, and repair for compliance to approve plans, specifications, and state and local codes; to perform the more difficult or problem inspections; and to perform related work.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform field inspections of industrial, commercial and residential buildings during various stages of construction and remodeling to assure compliance with applicable codes and regulations. 
• Make field inspections when difficult enforcement or public relations problems arise or as directed by the Building Official.
• May supervise, assign, and lay out the work of construction inspectors engaged in the inspection of residential, commercial, industrial, and other buildings for conformance to Building Code.
• Check methods of construction and quality of materials at building sites.
• Investigate and resolve complaints.
• Make recommendations for corrections and confer with contractors and builders to resolve violations of building and related codes. 
• Train, instruct, and evaluate inspectors in the proper procedures and techniques of inspection and the application and interpretation of Code provisions and departmental policies.
• Provide plan checking services for compliance with applicable codes for minor projects, including, but not limited to, residential additions and accessory structures, and commercial, industrial tenant improvements.
• Detect deviations from plans or specifications and standard construction practices. 
• Handle several tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and attention to details in an environment of frequent interruptions.  
• Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess an International Code Council (ICC) Certification as a Combination Building Inspector – Residential and Commercial.
• Possess an International Code Council (ICC) Certification as a Residential Plans Examiner or ICC Commercial Building Examiner is preferred. All licenses and certificates must be maintained as a condition of employment.
• 10+ years of experience in Building Inspection with a private or public agency is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience as a Building Inspector II or equivalent. 
• Possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Class “C” California driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record is required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Require extensive physical exertion during on-site inspections.
• Require physical flexibility & dexterity, including the ability to continually stand, bend, stoop, reach, crouch and climb.
• Must be able to travel to client sites and/or job sites. 
• Require working in sitting position with computer for extended periods, occasionally.
• Often working outside in all weather conditions.
• Work in elevated places, noisy environments, and dark areas, occasionally.
• Require walking, bending, and sitting.
• May require lifting up to 35 pounds.
• Require the capacity to work in a fast-paced environment with deadlines and multiple projects.
• Occasional overtime work may be required throughout the year.  

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Plan Check Engineer position is responsible for the technical review of construction documents related to residential, multi-family, and commercial construction. Review drawings, calculations, soils reports and other documents for conformance with the requirements of the California Building Standards Codes and Reference Standards.  Uses engineering judgment to assess the adequacy of a design to address life-safety review, structural review, or other aspects of the code.  This position has a thorough knowledge of construction inspection and plan review protocols, policies, and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strong understanding of California Building Standards Codes and Referenced Standards. 
• Responsible for the technical review of construction documents related to residential, multi-family, and commercial construction.
• Review drawings, calculations, soils reports and other documents for conformance with the requirements of the California Building Standards Codes and Reference Standards.  
• Uses engineering judgment to assess the adequacy of a design to address life-safety review, structural review, or other aspects of the code. 
• Have a thorough knowledge of construction inspection and plan review protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret maps, construction diagrams, electronic plans, and specifications of projects and evaluate them for compliance with California Building Standards Codes, Reference Standards, and other governing Codes and ordinances.   
• Understand design discipline coordination, plan development and writing effective plan check correction notices. 
• Exhibit sound judgment reading and interpreting code requirements. 
• Ability to suggest alternate forms of compliance with codes & ordinances. 
• Supervise Plan Check Engineers.
• Prepare and present effective oral and written reports. 
• Develop a working understanding of electronic plan check submittals, review, and various software systems and other applicable management tools. 
• Maintain effective working relationships with government agencies, civic organizations, architects, contractors, engineers, and the public. 
• Represent the department at internal and external meetings and exhibit sound judgment while representing CSG and its clients.  
• Stay current on legal and technical developments pertaining to building construction and codes.
• Function independently as an expert in matters of specialized code, rules, and policy. 
• Work towards obtaining and maintaining additional ICC Certifications as related to duties of the position.
• Work under the general direction of the supervisor who outlines work assignments, occasionally reviews work in progress and periodically reviews completed work.
• Perform other related duties as required. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5-10 years reviewing plans for conformance to the California Building Standards Codes and Referenced Standards.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.  
• Possession of a current PE California License is required. 
• Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering as applied to building design and construction. 
• International Code Council (ICC) Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing Plans Examiner Certification, or additional applicable ICC Certifications, or CASp Certification, as required for this role.
• Competency in, and effective use of computer systems such as: Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam & Bluebeam Studios, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc. to perform job responsibilities.
• Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with both internal and external customers regardless of the level of technical expertise.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and be flexible and overcome obstacles to complete tasks.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• General office environment.
• Require walking and bending.
• May require lifting up to 35 pounds. 
• Capacity to work in a fast-paced environment with deadlines and multiple projects.
• Must be able to work independently or in a team environment. 
• May require visiting work sites and/or clients.
• On as needed basis working at a client office is required.  
• Position regularly requires working in sitting position with computer for extended periods.