Posting number: 26-00245
Department: Development Services
Job classification: PLANS EXAMINER-INSPECTIONS OFFICER
Posting type: Open
Categories: Planning and Development, Construction Trades
Work Location: 9000 Town Center Parkway, Lakewood Ranch, Florida 34202
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm (Flexible)
Expected Starting Hourly Range: $27.61 - $34.51
Performs highly skilled technical work in securing and maintaining compliance with all applicable building codes and regulations governing building construction, alterations, and repairs. Examines plans, blueprints, diagrams, surveys, and similar documentation. Inspects commercial, industrial, and other job sites. Independently interprets and impartially applies pertinent codes and regulations acting as a code enforcement officer. Regularly interacts with property owners, contractors, and the general public, always providing a high level of customer service.
Indoor office and outdoor field environment. Work requires time outdoors for extended periods in a variety of weather conditions. High noise and high stress environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting equipment up to 50 lbs. alone and up to 100 lbs. with assistance. Regularly required to drive county vehicles as part of the duties of the job. Able to bend, stoop, crawl, and reach. Position requires visual acuity and depth perception, as well as ability to hear and identify sounds.
These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Analyzes and interprets complex plans and specifications submitted for building, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing permits to evaluate compliance with applicable code requirements and State regulations. Approves and signs plans that meet required specifications.
Inspects building construction to ensure compliance with codes and approved building permits. Detects and locates defective workmanship and materials. Takes appropriate and effective corrective measures based on stage of construction.
Measures dimensions and verifies level, alignment, and elevation of structures and fixtures to ensure compliance with building plans and codes.
Renders final approval of appropriate permits upon completion of construction.
Protects and improves the health, safety, welfare, and quality of life of Manatee County by independently investigating and documenting alleged code violations for which the division has enforcement responsibilities acting as a code enforcement officer.
Investigates complaints and/or unauthorized building construction. Recommends approved construction methods, practices, and materials to contractors and property owners.
Prepares and issues notices of violation and warnings. Posts stop work orders as required. Attends hearings and appears in court, as required, acting as a code enforcement officer.
Enforces all aspects of County Ordinances including complaint investigations, posting determinations, research, and course of action pertaining to unsafe structures.
Confers with and advises contractors, property owners, architects, engineers, and the general public regarding interpretation and application of building codes, and other applicable laws and regulations.
Prepares and maintains necessary records and reports. Drafts business letters to contractors, architects, engineers, and manufacturers as needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned, including participation in emergency or disaster response activities, as required and consistent with the employee’s qualifications, essential job functions, and applicable federal and Florida law.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Standard License in one discipline (Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical) issued by the Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board (BCAIB) as an Inspector or Plans Examiner required.
In lieu of licensure, four (4) or more years of verifiable experience as, or under the supervision of, a registered or state-certified general, building, or residential contractor is required. Licensure in individual contractor trades may be considered.
Valid driver license with valid Florida driver license within 30 days of hire.
Provisional Licensure from BCAIB as an Inspector or Plans Examiner required within the first 120 days of employment. Standard Licensure(s) required within one year of board approval of Provisional License.
Able to prioritize tasks, deal effectively with competing and changing priorities, and meet deadlines.
Accurate, detail-oriented, and organized.
Able to resolve situations and problems that require analysis and interpretation.
Good knowledge and understanding of construction design methods, techniques, and materials.
Good knowledge and understanding of the permitting process, including intake, review, and issuance of building permits.
Good knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance necessary to successfully perform job duties, including state and local codes, laws, and regulations governing building construction and associated work.
Good knowledge and understanding of computer applications and software programs required to perform job duties.
Good written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills to be able to interact professionally and effectively with staff, property owners, contractors, the general public, and other stakeholders.
Able to communicate information that requires explanation or interpretation.
Able to use tact and diplomacy in situations that may involve angry or frustrated citizens.
Works under moderate supervision.
Manatee County Government has made quality customer service to you, our customers – Manatee residents, business owners and visitors – our top priority. The Bradenton area was recently named Florida’s “most satisfying” place to live. We couldn’t agree more. Our quality of life is second to none. We’d like to think part of that satisfaction is thanks to the friendly, customer service-driven government we’ve created at Manatee County. We live here. We work here. We’re your neighbors. We appreciate the honor and privilege to serve this great community!
Manatee County is located on Florida’s gorgeous Gulf Coast. It is bordered by Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg to the north, Hardee and DeSoto counties to the east and Sarasota to the south. The beautiful beaches of Anna Maria Island fade into the Gulf of Mexico to the west. The County seat and the largest municipality in Manatee County is Bradenton. Manatee County has five other municipalities, including the City of Anna Maria, Bradenton Beach, Holmes Beach, the Town of Longboat Key and Palmetto.
More than 400,000 people call Manatee County home, but our population increases considerably in the winter when high temperatures vary between 65 and 75 degrees. Many northerners, affectionately known as Snow Birds, have second homes or rent a winter home here. Our county employees are key to delivering services to all our residents including our seniors, children, families and those just starting out. From the Libraries to Forest Preserves, Beaches to Neighborhoods, new developments to individual residences, the services we provide touch everyone in the community in a positive way. As a county employee, you contribute toward that effort.
