Building Codes Inspector

Description

The Building Codes Inspector is responsible for inspecting commercial and residential structures to ensure compliance with county, state, and federal building codes, regulations, and safety standards. The incumbent plays
a critical role in safeguarding public health, safety, and welfare by enforcing construction codes
and ordinances during various stages of construction, renovation, and repair.

HIRING SALARY RANGE $51,001 - $66,788 (Commensurate with education and experience)

OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY



Duties and Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : (Order of Essential Functions does not indicate importance of functions.)

1.Conducts thorough inspections of construction sites, existing buildings, and renovations to ensure compliance with applicable building codes, zoning laws, and safety regulations.
2.Reviews building plans, permits, and related documents to verify compliance with codes before and during construction.
3.Identifies violations or unsafe conditions and provide clear, actionable reports to contractors, builders, and property owners.
4.Issues notices of violation, stop-work orders, or citations as needed to enforce compliance.
5.Collaborates with contractors, architects, engineers, property owners, and other government agencies to resolve code-related issues.
6.Maintains detailed and accurate records of inspections, findings, and enforcement actions.
7.Remains current with changes in building codes, laws, and industry standards through ongoing education and training.
8.Assists in public education efforts related to building codes and safety standards.
9.Participates in meetings, hearings, or court proceedings as necessary to support enforcement actions.
10.Performs other duties or assumes other responsibilities as apparent or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

1.High School Diploma or GED required.
2.Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a licensed contractor OR possess current SC Building Code Council (SCBCC) certifications as a Plans Reviewer or Codes Inspector.
3.Preference may be given to those with more than one certification or a combination of experience and education. Experience as a plan reviewer or code inspector, PE (Professional Engineer), or AIA (Architect) preferred.
4.Must possess or obtain SCBCC certifications in residential and commercial plan review or inspections and pass the NIMS (National Incident Management System) 100 and 700 tests within the six (6) month probationary period.
5.Must possess or obtain certification as a multi-discipline plan reviewer or inspector within one (1) year of hire date.
6.Must have a clean DMV record.
7.Must be proficient in Microsoft 365.
Must possess a valid SC Driver’s license (or obtain within three (3) months of hire) and meet the requirements of the County’s motor vehicle policy. Position may require a Commercial Driver’s License

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

SUCCESS FACTORS:

1.Actively support all efforts to improve processes and increase cooperation, communication, and collaboration between and among co-workers and other departments.
2.Perform work in a safe manner complying with all applicable safety rules, regulations and procedures while protecting self and all others from injury.
3.Demonstrate sound time-management skills by effectively or efficiently organizing, prioritizing, and completing multiple assignments in a timely manner on or before the designated deadline.
4.Work independently with limited supervision.
5.Show initiative to seek other work upon completion of a task.
6.Understand and internalize the importance of seeking resolution to problems and concerns by bringing them to the direct attention of supervisor in a timely manner.
7.Responds to questions, comments, and requests from employees, elected and appointed officials and citizens in a courteous, timely manner.
8.Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions.
9.Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.
10.Attends workshops and training sessions and reviews materials to become and remain current on the principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work areas.
11.Responds to questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner.
12.Communicates and coordinates regularly with others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities.

Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Optional Life and Disability Insurance
• Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
• South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
• Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
• Optional Deferred Compensation Program
• Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
• Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Well-being Program

For more information, visit our benefits page.

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• Charleston County Government

• 843.958.4719

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