State Building Inspector

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In-Band Advancement Available:
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110 Smokey Bear Blvd

Concord NH 03301

State Building Inspector

(Program Specialist III)

Position #30450

$28.74/hour - $38.85/hour

See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Safety, Division of Fire Safety, has a full-time vacancy for State Building Inspector (Program Specialist III - 47-4010 BLDG INSPECTORS-3). This position has a 37.5 hour work week and is considered non-exempt.

Acts as State Building Inspector implementing the state building permit inspection program. Evaluates building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical permits and construction plans. Conducts building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and fire code inspections.

Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

• Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  Equivalent combination of 7 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in fire science, engineering, building construction, building code enforcement, fire prevention, fire inspection, fire protection, or related field.
• License/Certification:
  Valid driver’s license
• Other Requirements:
  Must pass a fingerprint based criminal background check and motor vehicle record check in order to ensure suitability for exposure to confidential information
• Trainee Option:
  Not applicable

• Certified Commercial Building Inspector, Commercial Electrical Inspector, Commercial Mechanical Inspector, Commercial Plumbing Inspector, NH licensed electrician, NH licensed gasfitter, NH licensed plumber Fire Inspector I, II, or Certified Fire Protection Specialist or equivalent is preferred.

None

In-Band Advancement Available:
No Criteria:

Broad Group Level Advancement Available:
No Criteria:

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

The work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

• Implements the state building permit and inspection program; conducts inspections of all new construction projects in state buildings and others as required in RSA 155-A and Saf-C 8100.
• Inspects buildings and structures to detect hazards and enforces local ordinances and state statutes.
• Reviews building plans for compliance with state laws and State Building Codes and State Fire Codes relating to the construction of buildings.
• Conducts training programs for building and fire safety personnel related to building safety, electrical safety, mechanical safety, fire protection, fire prevention, and fire inspection procedures.
• Confers with city and town officials regarding building safety, electrical safety, mechanical safety, fire protection and prevention laws, rules, and statutes.
• Reviews building, electrical, mechanical and fire inspection reports and makes recommendations for uncorrected hazards, code enforcement, and recommends corrective action as required.
• Performs code research and code analysis, makes recommendations, and attends meetings and administrative hearings as necessary.
• Assists in the development of professional and technical building and fire safety standards under the direction of the Deputy Fire Marshal and according to departmental guidelines.
• Promotes effective application of State Building and State Fire Codes.

For further information please contact Brian Allard, Assistant Director/Deputy Fire Marshal, at Brian.

H.Allard.gov or .

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
• Flexible Spending healthcare and…