Inspector Iii - Zoning

• Reviews construction plans for compliance with Zoning regulations; inspects work performed at construction sites in a specific trades area, issues red, yellow or green tags depending on contractor's compliance with code, and maintains information on permits issued in assigned area and daily activities
• Inspects and performs evaluations on contractor installation of permitted and approved work.
• Investigates alleged violations of local codes, ordinances, and regulations; determines violations and appropriate correction measures; determines and communicates methods to achieve conformance and approves alternate methods for compliance.
• May provide testimony during hearings and trials for prosecution of violators of applicable Dallas City Codes.
• Issues and drafts notices of violation, citations or closures, conducts follow-up inspections to ensure corrections are made.
• Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned
• Provides information to customers regarding codes and other regulatory requirements; serves as a subject matter expert on related regulatory codes and permitting.
• Examines installation and construction work performed by outside contractors and city personnel to enforce compliance with contract specifications and ensure quality control; visits job sites to inspect work and materials on hand.
• Provides and participates in various training as necessary.
• Writes citations when necessary to correct violations of code or ordinances.
• Keeps abreast of new materials used in construction, and changes in relevant codes and ordinances.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED.

• Four (4) years of experience in municipal zoning, building or signs inspection.

• Associate's degree in a specified field plus two (2) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
• Bachelor's degree in an engineering, planning or architecture field will qualify.

• Valid driver's license with good driving record.

• Ability to use inspection tools.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply City codes and ordinances.
• Knowledge of human relations and supervision necessary to function as a lead worker.
• Thorough knowledge of building, construction, and related Zoning codes.
• Knowledge of inspection procedures, protocols, and policies.
• Ability to establish a good rapport and working relationship with federal, state, and local agencies, other city departments, and the general public.
• Ability to effectively enforce city codes and code-related rules and regulations with firmness, tact, and impartiality
• Thorough knowledge of construction methods and techniques.
• May require ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications, depending on assignment.
• Ability to conduct thorough inspections.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.