Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for all functions involving planning and conducting independent inspections and investigations of cosmetology and barber establishments and individuals practicing cosmetology or barbering within an assigned area to ensure compliance with rules, regulations and laws. This includes administering on-site comprehensive practical and written examinations for certification and licensure of applicants as a cosmetologist or barber and evaluation of individual skills and abilities in performing various cosmetology or barbering tasks and procedures. This may include responsibility for oversight of tests conducted by others who are assigned to assist in completing examinations for large groups. The inspector will make determinations on the use of illegal products.

Typical Functions

The functions performed in this job family will vary by level, unit and organization, but may include the following:

• Schedules and conducts inspections of cosmetology and barber establishments and activities within an assigned area to determine compliance with established standards and licensure requirements for both disciplines.

• Administers examinations to determine qualifications to practice cosmetology or barbering; conducts written and practical tests to evaluate knowledge and skills concerning cosmetology or barber rules and regulations and the ability to perform various cosmetology or barber tasks and procedures.

• Reviews complaints and other information concerning the practice of cosmetology or barbering within the assigned area; conducts investigations or inquiries as required; completes investigation reports or other appropriate documentation; assists in the prosecution of individuals in violation of applicable laws or rules. Issues citations and fine assessments for various violations.

• Inspects cosmetology and barber schools for proper registration of students with state Board and compliance with standards; observes and evaluates teaching methods of instructors for cosmetology or barbering.

• Maintains test material and other information concerning examinations; assigned responsibility for security and maintenance of test facility.

• Prepares reports on inspections, investigations, examinations or other activities.

Level Descriptor

Levels are distinguished based on the complexity of assigned duties, the level of expertise required for completion of work assignments, and the responsibility assigned for the supervision of others.

The Cosmetology/Barber Inspector job family consists of only one level and employees will be responsible for performing all functions involving planning and conducting independent inspections and investigations of cosmetology and barber establishments and individuals practicing cosmetology or barbering within an assigned area. This includes administering a comprehensive practical and written examination program for certification and licensure of applicants as a cosmetologist or barber and evaluation of individual skills and abilities in performing various cosmetology or barbering tasks and procedures. The inspector will make determinations on the use of illegal products.

Education and Experience

Education and experience requirements at this level consist of three years of experience as a licensee in the practice of cosmetology or barbering and a current cosmetology or barber master’s instructor’s license issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

Knowledge, skills and abilities required include knowledge of state laws, rules and regulations concerning the practice of cosmetology and barbering; of procedures for conducting inspections, investigations and interviews; of test procedures and security; and of various tasks and procedures performed by cosmetologists and barbers.

Ability is required to plan and conduct inspections, investigations and interviews; to analyze information and make sound decisions; to organize and present facts clearly and concisely; to perform various cosmetology and barbering tasks and procedures; to communicate effectively with people from a variety of cultures; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Special Requirements

Applicants must be willing and able to perform all job-related travel normally associated with this position.

Incumbents must possess a valid Oklahoma Driver’s license in order to operate state-owned vehicles and must maintain a good driving record.