Building Engineering Inspector I/II

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Building Engineering Inspector I/II

Salary

$71,346.11 - $85,601.14 Annually

Location

Santa Barbara, CA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

24-1205-01 (O)

Department

Planning & Development

Opening Date

04/19/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

Description

NOTICE OF CHANGE: This position will remain open until filled.

Building Engineering Inspector I Salary: $71,346.11 - $85,601.14 Annually
Building Engineering Inspector II Salary: $78,120.90 - $93,868.22 Annually

Are you looking to learn and grow in the field of building inspections? The County of Santa Barbara has the perfect opportunity for you to expand your experience and gain knowledge as a Building Engineering Inspector. 
 
We are accepting applications to fill one (1) full-time Building Engineering Inspector I/II position located in Santa Barbara for the Planning and Development Department. Although this position is home-based in Santa Barbara, the incumbent will need to travel throughout Santa Barbara County.  

We are also accepting applications to establish an employment list for future full-time, part-time and extra help (temporary) Building Engineering Inspector I/II vacancies. Please select the locations on your application you are willing to accept work for current and future vacancies.
 
BENEFITS OVERVIEW:
 
  • Vacation: 12 to 25 days per year depending on length of public employment.
  • Holidays: 13 days per year.
  • Sick Leave: 12 days sick leave per year. Unlimited accumulation, one year of which can be converted to service credit upon retirement.
  • Life Insurance: $20,000 Term Life Insurance Policy
  • Retirement: The County offers a Defined Benefit Plan (Pension Plan) and voluntary participation in the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. 
  • Health Plan: Choice of medical and dental plans (with vision care). County contributes toward the employee's premium.
  • On-Site Employee Health Clinics in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria: Provides ongoing and episodic services to eligible employees and their eligible dependents over age 5.
 
In addition, applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for:
  • Retirement reciprocity
  • Time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual rate
For more information on the benefits, click here

POSITION:  Under direct supervision, learns and assists in building and grading inspection, reviewing plans, and processing permits; and performs related duties as required.  
 
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Building Engineering Inspector I/II/III is a flexibly staffed series. Building Engineering Inspector I is the entry-level class in which incumbents learn and assist in building and grading inspection, reviewing of plans, and other related permit processing work. Incumbents receive close supervision and are expected to obtain sufficient knowledge and proficiency to progress to the journey level.
Candidates may be hired into the I, II, or III level depending on the qualifications of the candidate and the needs of the department.
 
  The IDEAL CANDIDATE will possess:
  • A combination of certification(s) and/or building technician/construction/inspection experience
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • High level of professional composure
  • Great customer service skills
  • Problem solving abilities
  • The ability to work independently and in a team
  • Strong motivation

The ideal candidate at either level has a desire to learn and be a team member; they are a committed, objective and self-starting individual who will conduct related field inspections, and therefore interact with members of the building trades and the public every day. The qualified individual will apply local codes in combination with the best practices in design and construction to achieve safe and sustainable development projects. The Building and Safety Division of the County provides an appealing workplace where one can achieve professional growth while delivering outstanding quality projects and customer service on a wide range of projects that vary from simple to complex engineered custom designs.

Examples of Duties

  1. Assists applicants in completing building and grading permit applications; answers questions regarding building code construction requirements at the public counter and on the phone. 
  2. Reviews plans of residential accessory buildings for code compliance. 
  3. Calculates fees for residential buildings; studies technical materials related to codes and their interpretation; keeps necessary records of permits and fees. 
  4. Assists building engineering inspectors with inspection of buildings being constructed and grading projects; assists in inspecting substandard structures for violations of housing, building, health, and zoning codes/ordinances; may assist in preparing documentation and supplying evidence for prosecution of cases related to such violations. 
  5. Learns to read plans and specifications to assure code compliance. 
  6. Participates in training courses and conferences.

Employment Standards

  1. I.C.C. or Division of the State Architect Certification (DSA) in building inspection; OR
  2. Two years of experience performing duties equivalent to Building Permit Technician with Santa Barbara County; OR
  3. Two years of building construction experience that demonstrates knowledge of construction plans and the Uniform Building Codes; OR
  4. A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
 
NOTE:  I.C.C. or DSA Certification in building inspection is required within one year of appointment as a condition of continued employment.
 
Additional Qualifications: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License is required at the time of appointment.  Incumbent will be traveling throughout county sites.
 
Knowledge of: General building construction methods and materials; the significance and purpose of design requirements; construction plans; Uniform Building Codes; and basic arithmetic.
 
Ability to: Read and interpret building and grading plans and specifications; learn, apply, and interpret building codes and grading regulations; learn and apply methods and system of legal enforcement and prosecution; learn to use personal computers; deal effectively with the public to secure cooperation and maintain good relationships; maintain objectivity and impartiality; and make arithmetic calculations.

Supplemental Information

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS:

  1. Review applications and Supplemental Questionnaire to determine those applicants who meet the employment standards.
  2. Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking: Responses to the required supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and auto-scored. Candidates' final score and rank on the eligibility list will be determined by their responses to the supplemental questionnaire. This process may be eliminated if there are fewer than 11 qualified candidates.
Candidates must receive a percentage score of at least 70 on the supplemental questionnaire ranking to be placed on an employment list. An adjustment may be made to raw scores based on factors listed in Civil Service Rule VI. Those candidates who are successful in the selection process will have their names placed on the employment list for a minimum of three months. At the time the employment list is established, all candidates will receive an email notice of their score on the exam(s), rank on the employment list, and exact duration of the employment list.  
 
NOTE: Veteran's preference credit is applicable for this recruitment (5 points for veterans, 10 points for disabled veterans). To be eligible for this credit, you must be applying for this position within five years from your most recent date of: (1) honorable discharge from active military service; or, (2) discharge from a military or veterans' hospital where treatment and confinement were for a disability incurred during active military service; or, (3) completion of education or training funded by a Federal Educational Assistance Act.  No time limit exists for veterans with 30% or more disability.  
 
To receive veteran's preference points, you must: (1) check the Veteran's Preference Points box on the employment application form, (2) submit a copy of your Form DD214 to the Human Resources Department on or before the closing date, and (3) pass all phases of the examination process.  The preference points will be added to your final test score.
 
Conditional Job Offer: Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, candidate will be required to successfully complete a background check, which includes a conviction history check, and satisfactory reference checks. The appointee will be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination. The appointee must satisfactorily complete a one-year probationary period.
 
Recruiters will communicate with applicants by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines.
 
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a Medical Provider or a learning institution.
 
Disaster Service Worker: Pursuant to Governmental Code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.
 
STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT
 
The County of Santa Barbara is dedicated to cultivating and sustaining an environment that exhibits equity and inclusion everywhere, and at all levels of our organization.  The County believes equity is a fundamental principle that must be imbedded in policies, institutional practices, and systems. The County recognizes the negative impacts of systemic racism and is committed to eliminating the barriers affecting our Black, Latinx, Indigenous, and Asian community members, as well as people of other diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds. We envision a world where society and its systems (e.g. education, criminal justice, health care, housing, the economy) are just, fair, and inclusive, enabling all people to participate and reach their full potential.
 
We celebrate community and employee diversity, strive for inclusion and belonging, and promote empowered participation. We aspire to build a workforce that is reflective of these values and the communities we serve. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will resolutely uphold federal and California state laws and/or Santa Barbara County ordinances.
 
We believe equity and inclusion are vital to fulfill the County’s mission and to embody a culture of “One County, One Future.” Expanding the full range of employee talent allows the County to deliver our best to all our community members.
We believe in the dignity and humanity of all people. We strive for a healthy and prosperous society that promotes all people having equitable access and opportunity.

APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE: Applications must be received by: open until filled. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at www.sbcountyjobs.com.
 
Erin Kuhn, Employment Analyst II – erkuhn@countyofsb.org

Retirement Plans                                                     

  • Generous County Defined Benefit Plan
  • Eligible to participate in 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Retirement Reciprocity with CalPERS, CalSTRS, and 1937 Act plans
  • For more information on our retirement plans, please visit: https://www.sbcers.org/ and http://www.santabarbara457.com
Health Benefits
  • Choice of dental, vision and medical plans. In addition to the Benefit Allowance noted above, the County contributes toward medical premiums and dental premiums
  • On-Site Employee Health Clinics in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria which provide ongoing and episodic services to eligible employees and their eligible dependents
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers free, confidential assistance with personal and workplace problems to employees and their immediate family members
  • Healthcare Advocacy Program to help employees navigate the complexities of health plan benefits
  • Available Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account (HSA), Supplemental Term or Whole Life Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance and more!
  • For more information on our health benefits, please visit: https://www.countyofsb.org/4012/Health-Benefits
Paid Time Off
  • Vacation Leave 12 to 25 days per year depending on length of public employment
  • Sick Leave 12 days annually with unlimited accumulation, one year of which can be converted to service credit upon retirement
  • Paid Holidays based on bargaining unit (view the compensation summary for this bargaining unit, link below)
  • Alternative Transportation Benefit (TDM) up to 2 days of additional vacation for using alternative methods of commuting
  • For more information on Paid Time Off please view the Compensation Summary for this bargaining unit (available below)
Miscellaneous Benefits
  • County Paid Term Life Insurance
  • County Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Childcare and Employee Discounts
  • Relocation Assistance may apply
  • Flexible work schedule may apply
  • For more information on all of these benefits, please visit:https://www.countyofsb.org/4013/24636/WorkLife-Benefits
Compensation Summary 
*This benefits list is for convenience only; please refer to the Memorandum of Understanding for complete details of terms and conditions. Amounts are generally prorated for part-time employment.

01
I acknowledge it is my responsibility as an applicant to provide sufficient information on my application to demonstrate that my education and experience meet the employment standards (minimum qualifications) for this position as detailed in the job bulletin. I further acknowledge, if the County determines I do not meet the employment standards, there will be no opportunity for me to provide additional information regarding my application after the closing date listed on the job bulletin. Therefore, I understand that before submitting a job application, it is important I review the job bulletin thoroughly and ensure that my application clearly reflects how my education and experience meet the employment standards at the time I submit my application.
  • I understand.
02
As part of the application process, this Supplemental Questionnaire must be completed along with the standard application form. Resumes will be accepted, but NOT in lieu of a completed application and supplemental questionnaire.
  • I understand.
03
The Human Resources Department communicates with All Applicants through e-mail. Please make sure your email address is entered correctly and it is current. If you feel you are not receiving your emails, please check your spam or junk inbox for our emails.
  • I understand.
04
The current vacancy is in Santa Barbara; however, future vacancies may occur in Santa Maria, Santa Barbara, or Lompoc. Please make sure to select all of the locations on your application in which you are willing to accept work.
  • I understand.
05
To be considered for this position your application must CLEARLY demonstrate how you meet the requirements under EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS on the Job Bulletin or you will not be considered for this position. If you are unsure, go back and review your application before continuing. Which Employment Standard did you clearly demonstrate meeting on your application?
  • I.C.C. or Division of the State Architect Certification (DSA) in building inspection.
  • Two years of experience performing duties equivalent to Building Permit Technician with Santa Barbara County.
  • Two years of building construction experience that demonstrates knowledge of construction plans and the Uniform Building Codes.
  • A combination of training, education, and experience that is equal to the qualifications listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities listed on the job bulletin.
  • None of the above - I do not meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
06
If you selected the answer option number #4, 'A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to...' for the preceding supplemental question, please describe in detail your combined training, education, and experience is equivalent to one of the employment standards.
07
If you have a current I.C.C. or Division of the State Architect Certification (DSA) in building inspection, please identify which one and provide the number. Please also provide the number under the Certification section of the application.
08
If you do not have a current I.C.C. or DSA Certification in building inspection, you will be required within one year of appointment to successfully obtain a certification as a condition of continued employment.
  • I understand.
09
The following questions are the Civil Service Examination for this recruitment. I understand my responses to the following supplemental questions will be used as a weighed, scored selection device that will determine my ranking on the employment list for this job. For information on protest procedures for the supplemental questionnaire, please see Civil Service Rules 612 and 613: https://www.countyofsb.org/1444/Civil-Service-Rules
  • I understand.
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How many years of experience do you have reviewing or preparing construction plans and/or conducting related field inspections?
  • 5 or more years of experience
  • 3 years up to 5 years of experience
  • 1 year up to 3 years of experience
  • Less than 1 year of experience
  • No experience reviewing or preparing construction plans and/or conducting related field inspections.
11
How many years of experience do you have applying local codes and best practices in regards to construction?
  • 5 or more years of experience
  • 3 years up to 5 years of experience
  • 1 year up to 3 years of experience
  • Less than 1 year of experience
  • No experience applying local codes and best practices in regards to construction.
12
How many years of experience do you have working with contractors, Civil Engineers or Architects?
  • 5 or more years of experience
  • 3 years up to 5 years of experience
  • 1 year up to 3 years of experience
  • Less than 1 year of experience
  • No experience working with contractors, Civil Engineers or Architects.
13
How many years of experience do you have assisting applicants with completing building and grading permit applications, including answering questions regarding building code construction requirements?
  • 5 or more years of experience
  • 3 years up to 5 years of experience
  • 1 year up to 3 years of experience
  • Less than 1 year of experience
  • No experience assisting applicants with completing building and grading permit applications.
14
Do you have experience in preparing documentation and supplying evidence for prosecution of cases related to substandard structures for violations of housing, building, health, and zoning codes/ordinances?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Agency
County of Santa Barbara
Address
1226 Anacapa Street

Santa Barbara, California, 93101