Inspection Associate - Department of Transportation

Position: Inspection Associate I - Department of Transportation
** SALARY RANGE:****$41,040.00 - $48,621.00 ANNUALLY
**** GET TO KNOW US
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** CLASS DEFINITION
** An Inspection Associate I enforces City ordinances concerning the paving, repaving and repairing of alleys, footways and curbs by performing onsite inspections. The work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities.

Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek; some evening and weekend hours may be required. Work is performed outdoors where incumbents are regularly exposed to inclement weather, construction sites and traffic. Work requires minimal physical exertion; however, there may be periods of prolonged walking or standing.
** MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
***** On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:
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* EDUCATION:

** Have graduated from an accredited high school or possess a GED certificate.
** AND*
* *
* EXPERIENCE:

** Have two years of experience in the inspection of alleys, footways and curbs.
** OR
* *** EQUIVALENCY NOTES:
** Have six months of additional experience in the inspection of alleys, footways and curbs may be substituted for each year of the high school or GED requirement.
** LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATES:
** Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license, or an equivalent out-of-state driver's license acceptable to the Office of Risk Management may be required.
** Final date to receive applications:*
* * Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration.
* ** KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

*** Knowledge of concrete mixing and pouring.
* Knowledge of City construction specifications, codes and standards.
* Ability to inspect alleys, footways and curbs for damage and deterioration.
* Ability to complete simple forms and reports.
* Ability to communicate effectively.
* Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with others.
** ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
**** Background Check
** Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.
** Probation
* * All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month's probation.
** Eligibility
* * Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.

** Education Accreditation
** Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained es.org.
** SELECTION PROCESS
** All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being…