Building & Inspector

Description

The City of Concord is seeking a knowledgeable and collaborative professional to join their Code Enforcement team as a Building and Housing Inspector. The ideal candidate can work as part of a dedicated team and deal well with contractors and customers in the community. We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package that includes a low cost, low deductible medical plan, a pension, and paid time off benefits beginning after one month of service.

Review applications and plans, and inspect work for compliance with all applicable City and State laws and ordinances, for new building construction, as well as renovations, remodels, and additions to existing buildings. Administers the city’s Housing and Maintenance Code Program. Conducts inspections (structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, health, and life safety) of existing hotels, motels, rooming houses, boarding houses and shelters to ensure compliance with the respective adopted codes.

Assists in enforcement of the City Zoning Ordinance. Provides technical assistance and education to the public, relative to various applicable codes and city ordinances.

• Review applications and construction plans and specifications, and inspect work for compliance with all applicable City and State laws and ordinances, for new building construction, as well as renovations, remodels, and additions to existing buildings.
• Work with Engineering, Fire, and Planning divisions, Health and other City staff to insure building and trades permit application approvals, certificate of occupancy approvals, compliance with the zoning ordinance and collection of impact fees.
• Assist Chief Building Inspector in supervising division staff and other departments involved in proposed and current projects, coordinate appropriate staff in field inspections and the issuance of Certificate of Occupancy: maintain cross‑training of staff.
• Enforce and explain all applicable City and State codes and regulations, including the State Building and Fire Codes, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing codes, and the City’s zoning ordinance.
• Inspect rooming houses, hotels, motels, and shelters to ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and ordinances; may also inspect institutional and commercial properties.
• Issue code violation notices to contractors, property owners, or the public regarding the results of inspections, and prepare appropriate reports.
• Perform inspections initiated by complaints, field observation, or referral for compliance with the City’s housing and property maintenance code.
• Perform inspections at request of the Code Administrator and Chief Building Inspector for compliance of zoning, building, and fire prevention codes. Assist in department enforcement to correct violations.
• Provide testimony in courtroom setting and through sworn depositions regarding code violations under subpoena and as requested by the City Prosecutor.
• Provide information, advice, feedback, or assistance to the general public, property owners, contractors and tradespeople, and others within city departments to resolve problems.
• Perform the duties of the Chief Building Inspector in his or her absence.
• Write reports and letters; issue orders for corrective action, specifying violation and required abatement.
• Research, prepare, and maintain computer and paper files.
• Assist with the maintenance of all department records; receive and review evaluation reports and supporting data to maintain up‑to‑date reference files.
• Maintain current ICC certifications through continuing education.
• Consult directly with property owners, tenants, contractors, attorneys, and other governmental officials relative to applicable codes and city ordinances.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree from college or technical school in a related field; or four or more years of progressively responsible experience; or any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.

• Valid New Hampshire Driver’s License. Must use a personal…