What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Compliance Analyst position at City of Indianapolis and Marion County?
Agency Summary
The purpose and mission of the Department of Business & Neighborhood Services (DBNS) is to protect and improve the quality of life of persons and animals in the City of Indianapolis. DBNS is the City of Indianapolis and Marion County’s principal department responsible for business licenses, residential and commercial permits, and the enforcement of the Revised Code of Ordinances of the Consolidated City and County. The department also oversees operations at the city’s animal shelter, Indianapolis Animal Care Services. DBNS is able to do this by cultivating a productive, collaborative, and compliant work environment in order for our workforce to meet the needs of the constituents of Indianapolis and Marion County.
Job Summary
Position is responsible to provide expertise in infrastructure plan review and permit issuance, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, local laws and ordinances, and applicable engineering codes, specifications and practices. Duties include conducting infrastructure plan review relative to permit issuance, procedures, inter/intra departmental coordination and communication, processing and resolving violations, and accurate documentation. Attend meetings and provide preliminary permit review. Answer/interpret permit, code, ordinance and procedure related questions received from the general public via the internet, phone, and written correspondence. This position is also responsible for the management, oversight and control of engineering practices and functions that relate to critical infrastructure development and/or improvement, for private development within the City of Indianapolis. This position plans, organizes, evaluates and ultimately brings to completion major projects in the environmental, transportation, and construction engineering disciplines. The possession and utilization of independent judgment, initiative, and resourcefulness are essential. Position utilizes computer software such as Arc View, ArcInfo, and Pictometry, to update and maintain the Geographic Information System in the Bureau of License and Permits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Indianapolis Marion County is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We value diversity in perspectives and experiences among colleagues and the residents of this city of whom we serve.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Bachelor's degree in related field of study. (One year of related experience may be substituted for each year of formal education.) The ability to obtain a working knowledge of all applicable building codes, ordinances, and procedures. Ability to prioritize and handle varied assignments and heavy workload. Ability to review plans, specifications and determine necessary permits required. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications. Ability to understand and interpret applicable ordinances, codes, and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing on technical, complex, or controversial matters with inspectors, engineers, contractors, and public. Ability to operate a computer and learn various related applications. Possession of a valid drivers license. Incumbent must certify in the appropriate, approved discipline as prescribed by the Director of Code Enforcement, to maintain employment.
If your qualifications meet the requirements of the posted position, your application will be referred to the hiring agency. Once the agency receives your application, all further communication during the interview and selection process will be handled directly BY THE AGENCY. It is IMPERATIVE that you record the contact information of the individual who is scheduling your interview. City-County HR will not have access to this information, is not involved in the interview or selection process, and can only confirm whether an application has been referred. After selection of the successful candidate, an official offer of employment will be made by HR.
The majority of work is performed in a standard office environment. The incumbent may on occasion perform duties in the field at construction sites where the incumbent will be exposed to all types of weather, noise, dirt, machinery, etc.