Job Specification
BUILDING INSPECTOR / CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
BUILDING INSPECTOR
DEFINITION
Under direction, inspects new and existing buildings and structures
to ensure compliance with the State Uniform Construction Code and
enforces same to ensure public safety, health, and welfare; does
related work as required.
NOTE: The definition and examples of work for this title are for
illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title
may not perform all duties listed in this job specification.
Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Examines plans for new structures to ensure compliance with
building subcodes.
Inspects construction jobs, checks quality and amount of work
completed, and resolves construction problems
Enforces rules and regulations regarding building subcodes.
Initiates legal action against violators of building subcodes.
Prepares essential reports.
Establishes and maintains essential records and files.
May give assignments and instructions to employees.
May make recommendations to superiors concerning disciplinary
measures, promotions, and appointments of employees.
Collects fees for the issuance of various permits and keeps
records of same.
Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic
and/or manual recording and computerized information systems
used by the agency, office, or related units.
REQUIREMENTS:
LICENSE:
Possession of a valid Building Inspector's License of the
appropriate class issued by the New Jersey Department of
Community Affairs.
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid
in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than
employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties
of the position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
RCS License:
Knowledge of structural design and analysis techniques necessary
to check compliance with the State Uniform Construction Code
particularly with regard to wood framing, light steel, and wall
bearing systems which include foundation, wall, floor, and roof
framing systems.
Knowledge of basic material standards, codes, and enforcement
requirements related to weatherability and durability of installed
construction materials.
Knowledge of basic fire protection requirements.
Knowledge of basic inspection tools and test methods.
Knowledge of organization and content of the State Uniform
Construction Code.
Knowledge of the preparation of violation notices and prescribed
inspection record keeping.
Knowledge of the classification of structures into class category.
Ability to analyze and interpret provisions of the State Uniform
Construction Code that apply to buildings and other laws, rules,
regulations, and policies applicable to buildings
Ability to carry out provisions of the State Uniform Construction
Code as they relate to residential and small commercial structures.
Ability to prepare building construction plans and specifications,
and to review for accuracy and feasibility those prepared by others.
Ability to work harmoniously with other municipal unit heads and
with private contractors and architects.
Ability to make investigations and inspections.
Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative reports
of inspections and investigations containing findings, conclusions,
and recommendations.
Ability to keep essential records and files.
Ability to prosecute violations of the building code by appearing in
court.
ICS License:
The knowledge and abilities for an RCS license plus knowledge of
requirements of the State Uniform Construction Code for class II
construction plus:
Knowledge of the organization and content of the State Uniform
Construction Code regulations, organization, and content of
building subcode.
Knowledge of basic classification of structures into class
categories.
Knowledge of methods of systematic plans analysis.
Knowledge of information pertaining to structural, architectural,
mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and electrical features of
buildings which must be shown on plans to ensure compliance.
Knowledge of code requirements related to fire divisions in
buildings.
Knowledge of design analyses methods to ensure that structural
and mechanical elements of building depicted on plans do in fact
conform to code requirements.
Knowledge of field inspection and controlled inspection
techniques to ensure that materials installed at construction
sites are of same strength and quality as assumed by the design
calculations and that they are installed in the manner required
to achieve and preserve that strength.
HHS License:
The knowledge and abilities for an RCS and ICS license plus:
Knowledge of advanced structural systems including structural
design and analysis techniques necessary to check compliance
with the code for the heavily loaded and technically advanced
systems which characterize class I buildings.
Knowledge of pile and other foundation systems used to bear
very heavy loads.
Knowledge of analysis of highrise framing systems including
wind load and seismic considerations.
Knowledge of fire protection systems requirements, standards,
and design methods for exotic (nonwater) fire suppression system.
Knowledge of compartmentation elevator, voice alarm, and other
highrise fire safety systems including material and installation
standards and methods for ensuring compliance with those
standards.
Knowledge of requirements for and design principals involved
in various types of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning
systems found in class I structures with particular emphasis
on procedures ensuring adequacy of installation including fire
protection requirements for such systems.
General ABILITIES:
Ability to analyze and interpret the State Uniform Construction
Code, local building code, and other local ordinances that apply
to buildings, and other laws, rules, regulations, and policies
applicable to buildings.
Ability to carry out provisions of the State Uniform Construction
Code as they relate to residential and small commercial
structures, industrial and commercial structures, and to
highrise/hazardous structures.
Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or
manual recording and information systems used by the
agency, office, or related units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate
in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.
American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered
as acceptable forms of communication.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as
long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after
reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations.
If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause
the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
CODE: 00924 10/18/1996
CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
DEFINITION
Under the direction of a Supervising Code Enforcement Officer or other
supervisory official, performs varied types of field and office work involved
in seeing that residents, business establishments, and citizens comply
with adopted codes, ordinances, and related rules and regulations
other than the State Sanitary Code, State Uniform Construction Code,
or any of its subcodes, State Uniform Fire Code or any other code for
which a license, registration, or certification is required by state law;
does related work as required.
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative
purposes only. A particular position using this title may not
perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely,
all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Conducts field inspections and special investigations to ensure
compliance with various municipal ordinances.
Initiates and enforces rules and regulations in relation to
enforcement of various municipal ordinances.
Initiates necessary legal action against violators of various
municipal ordinances.
Read and respond to submitted computer inquiries from the public.
Prepares needed reports.
Establishes and maintains needed records and files.
May assist in promulgation of municipal ordinances.
Attends meetings of municipal agencies as requested.
Appears and testifies in the municipal court or other appropriate
boards and agencies to obtain compliance with all laws and
ordinances.
Establishes a schedule of proposed systematic inspection of
all properties in the municipality, including interiors of businesses,
multiple dwelling properties, schools and places of worship and
assembly.
Submits monthly reports of inspections made including names
and addresses of owners, occupants, or lessees of premises,
dates of inspection, code violations found, if any, notices of
violation served, complaints filed with courts or agencies, and
dates of compliance or disposition of cases.
Coordinates inspections of occupancies requiring joint inspection
with other public agencies, such as the health department,
building department, police department, and other appropriate
bodies and agencies.
Attends public meetings when required of the Board of Adjustment,
Planning Board, and other appropriate boards and agencies.
Prepares periodic reports of inspections and investigations.
Establishes and maintains a complete and comprehensive
record system of inspections.
Inspects high rise and multiple dwelling properties for property
maintenance code violations.
Inspects the interior and exterior of premises for safety hazards
and unsightly or unsanitary conditions, such as loose and
overhanging objects, accumulation of ice, excavations,
projections, obstructions, and so forth.
Inspects exterior porches, elevated patios, landings, balconies,
stairs, and fire escapes to see that they are in good condition.
Inspects the exterior of structures to see that they are
maintained in good repair and that they are free of broken
glass, loose shingles, peeling paint, or crumbling stone, brick,
or cement.
Inspects signs and outdoor light poles and stanchions for
condition.
Receives and responds to complaints of alleged violations
of local zoning code.
Conducts inspections of such sites, writes initial complaints
and may refer matters to zoning officer.
Advises owners or other persons of violations to the zoning code.
Receives complaints and inspects business premises for display
of proper license, checks license to see that it is valid, and if no
license is displayed or license validation has expired, issues a
written notice of violation.
In response to complaints, inspects sites where garbage, refuse,
and/or debris have accumulated and orders such matters abated,
or issues notices of violation of local code pertaining to same.
Keep record of all abandoned properties within the jurisdiction,
in order to keep banks abreast of payments due on said properties.
Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic
and/or manual recording and computerized information systems
used by the agency, office, or related units.
REQUIREMENTS:
EXPERIENCE
One (1) year of experience in conducting inspections or investigations
to detect violations of and ensure compliance with laws, rules, and
regulations.
LICENSE:
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in
New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee
mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of provisions of the municipal rules, regulations,
policies, procedures, and ordinances.
Knowledge of problems involved in organizing work and
developing effective work methods both in the field and in
the office.
Knowledge of procedures to be followed and precautions to be
taken when observing and collecting facts which are significant
in determining whether laws are being observed.
Knowledge of inspection techniques and the writing of reports
that substantiate findings and serve as a basis for legal
proceedings.
Ability to analyze, comprehend, and interpret municipal rules,
regulations, policies, procedures, and ordinances, and apply
them to specific cases.
Ability to note significant conditions and to take proper action,
when action is called for, in accordance with prescribed
procedures.
Ability to make accurate observations and record conditions,
and abstract, and note those things which are significant.
Ability to make necessary inspections and investigations
without giving unnecessary offense.
Ability to take and maintain a firm, correct stand when
controversial matters are considered.
Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative
reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Ability to establish and maintain needed records and files.
Ability to make evaluative judgments based on the application
of statutory or regulatory provisions.
Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or
manual recording and information systems used by the
agency, office, or related units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate
in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.
American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered
as acceptable forms of communication.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they
can perform the essential functions of the job with or without
reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be
made because it would cause the employer undue hardship,
such persons may not be eligible.
CODE: 01285 9/18/2020
DUAL TITLE CODE: 05768
This job specification is for local government use only.
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