What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Building Inspector, Combination position at Boulder County?
Boulder County Community Planning and Permitting department is seeking to hire a Bilingual Building Inspector, Combination. The Bilingual Building Inspector, Combination position is a mid-level classification. The Combination Building Inspector performs technical inspection duties, to include building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical in the enforcement of building codes and ordinances.
This is a full-time, benefited position that will work Monday through Thursday 7am to 5:30pm – This schedule has the option for some flexibility. This position will work out of the Courthouse Annex at 2045 13th Street in Boulder, CO. Under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines, this position is non-exempt.
Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.
Hiring Salary Range: $68,976.00 - $84,138.00 Annually
Tentative Hiring Timeline:
Phone Screening: May 14th
First Round Interviews: May 19th
Language Proficiency Test: May 27th
Reference Check: May 27th
New employees receive an 80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hire, in addition to 8 hours of both vacation and medical leave accruals each month. Boulder County offers bountiful benefits, including pension contributions.
Boulder County employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Visit studentaid.gov for more information.
- Inspect commercial and residential buildings under construction, repair, or remodeling for compliance with building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical codes, as well as local ordinances.
- Conduct annual and bi-annual inspections for marijuana, liquor, vacation rental, and short-term rental licenses.
- Review building construction plans, associated documents and manuals to ensure compliance with relevant codes and ordinances, identifying discrepancies between plans and actual construction.
- Provide written and verbal guidance to builders, contractors, engineers, and other stakeholders regarding corrections, discrepancies, inquiries, and compliance with building codes and ordinances.
- Stay updated on new, revised, and existing building codes and ordinances.
- Recommend modifications to County officials regarding codes and ordinances.
- Conduct initial intake and review of engineer letters related to soils, footings, foundations, structural framing, insulation/HERS, fire suppression systems, and sanitary provisions for code compliance.
- Communicate necessary adjustments to construction plans to ensure compliance with codes and ordinances.
- Train and provide general direction to new team members.
- Perform related duties as required.
PLEASE NOTE: When completing your application describe all relevant education and experience, as applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed. Resumes and other attachments are not accepted in lieu of completed applications and will not be reviewed in the initial screening process. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your attachments will then be shared with the hiring team.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Boulder County is looking for well qualified candidates to fill our positions. Any combination of relevant education and experience is encouraged. In this position, we are looking for a minimum of a
Additional related education may count toward required experience
DRIVER'S LICENSE& RELIABLE VEHICLE:
Applicants must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
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BACKGROUND CHECK & FINGERPRINTING:
A job offer is contingent on passing a background investigation with fingerprinting
BILINGUAL SKILLS:
Applicants must demonstrate English and Spanish fluency at the time of the pre-employment screening process. Spanish language proficiency will be determined through standardized demonstration.
Additional compensation will be provided based on the use of bilingual skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certification: Preferred qualification includes a State of Colorado Journeyman or Master Electrician’s license, or eligibility to obtain a State Commercial and Residential Electrical Inspector License under CRS 12-23-115.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Comprehensive understanding of modern building construction methods and practices, and relevant building and electrical codes and ordinances.
• Ability to identify hazards and violations and recommend corrective actions.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting plans, blueprints, and specifications, and comparing them to ongoing construction.
• Capability to achieve ICBO certifications in Uniform Building, Mechanical, Plumbing Codes, and National Electrical Code.
• Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with colleagues and the public
Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Salary : $68,976 - $99,300
