BUILDING INSPECTOR
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Salary : $59,716.80 - $72,800.00 AnnuallyLocation : Peoria, ILJob Type: Permanent Full-TimeJob Number: 2024-02Department: Department of Community DevelopmentOpening Date: 01/02/2024The City of Peoria is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action EmployerDescriptionEMPLOYEE'S MUST RESIDE WITHIN THE CITY OF PEORIADEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENTLOCATION:City Hall, 419 Fulton Street, Room 300, Peoria, IllinoisHOURS: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Monday through FridayThe Building Inspector position performs inspections to promote public safety and ensure substantial compliance with codes governing residential and commercial building construction, including, but not limited to, building codes, electrical codes, mechanical codes, and energy codes. The Building Inspector reviews plans and provides inspections of buildings in the course of construction, alterations, or repairs to determine if plans, workmanship, and materials conform to all existing code requirements. The Community Development Department is looking for a candidate that is a quick learner, hard worker, and someone who is able to provide exceptional customer service. An ideal candidate would have experience in the trades and be familiar with the International Code Council code series. Candidates with previous experience in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC work or other construction trade are encouraged to apply.AND APPLICATIONS FROM THE GENERAL PUBLIC WILL BE ACCEPTED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, CITY HALL, 419 FULTON, ROOM 202, PEORIA, IL 61602 UNTIL THE DEADLINE DATE. FAX# (309) ###-####, PHONE# (309) ###-####; E-MAIL ; WEBSITE EMPLOYEE'S MUST RESIDE WITHIN THE CITY OF PEORIA. AN EMPLOYEE'S UNAUTHORIZED RESIDENCY OUTSIDE THE CITY OF PEORIA SHALL BE GROUNDS FOR IMMEDIATE TERMINATION. Examples of DutiesESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (All responsibilities may not be performed by all incumbents.) Inspects commercial and residential buildings and structures in the course of construction, alteration and repair for compliance with the City's building codes and referenced standards to obtain conformance with adopted codes. Reviews submitted building and site plans prior to issuance of building and/or trade permits. Communicates with permit applicants, architects, engineers, contractors, etc., in making corrections to ensure substantial compliance with adopted codes. Assists in permit writing process as required. Issues Notices of Dangerous Buildings or an Unsafe Order when required. Initiates condemnation and demolition procedures when required for dangerous and unsafe buildings or structures. Conducts inspections to assist other departments such as Fire, Police, Housing, and Public Works as needed. Issues stop work orders, violation notices and penalty tickets for violation of city codes. Answers inquiries from public regarding building codes and related items. Performs other related duties as assigned.MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED:Computer VehicleMinimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, Construction, or a related field; and four to five years of progressively responsible related experience. A combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job may be considered. Supplemental InformationKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of: All applicable state, federal and local ordinances, laws, rules and regulations. Principles, practices, methods, techniques, and all aspects of building construction and building code enforcement. Municipal building codes and related issues. Principles and practices of one or more trades. ICC Codes and referenced standards. Effective corrective measures when unacceptable building construction has been identified. Standard business arithmetic, including percentages and decimals. All computer applications and hardware related to performance of the essential functions of the job. Skill in: Using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines. Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction. Communicating clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials. Mental and Physical Abilities: Ability to read, understand, and interpret building construction plans and blueprints. Ability to utilize building plan review records to accomplish the professional plan review process. Ability to determine acceptable building construction. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals. Ability to make decisions based upon code knowledge and professional judgment. Ability to enforce ordinances and regulations tactfully and impartially in a professional manner. Ability to serve as departmental staff representative at meeting. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and so forth. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.PENSION PROGRAM: Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF): Ten years required for vesting. IMRF Death Benefit - Annual Salary after 1 year's service. IMRF Disability Benefit - 50% of Salary up to 30 months after 1 year's service.Employee Contribution (12.15%)Social Security - 7.65%IMRF - 4.50%Employer Contribution (14.33%)Social Security - 7.65%IMRF - 6.68% UNION MEMBERSHIP AVAILABLE: American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME) - Union dues through payroll deduction.VACATION: No Vacation in first year of employment. Earn 6.67 hours per month.1 to 5 Years of Service - 2 Weeks Paid Vacation6 to 15 Years of Service - 2 Weeks and 1 additional day for every year of service15 Years and Up - 4 Weeks Paid VacationSICK LEAVE: 6.67 hours per month earned. No limit on total days accumulated. PERSONAL LEAVE: Earn 2.67 hours per month.1 to 5 Years of Service - 4 days per year (Accumulated Monthly)5 Years and Over - 5 days per yearHOLIDAYS: 10 Paid Holidays per year.MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE: Coverage effective first day of the next month following completion of one calendar month of employment. Members may opt out of the City's insurance program with proof of other coverage - coverage for dependents is optional. The City of Peoria Health Insurance offers two (2) plan options for coverage. Bi-weekly premiums for AFSCME employees depend on which plan is selected. On your hire date, you will meet with City's Patient Advocate to receive detailed information on the plans and the appropriate premium cost. Depending on plan selection, you can enroll in the Flexible Spending Program (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA).LOW DEDUCTIBLE PPO PLANMember Only $49.62/per payMember + Partner $169.33/per payMember + Child(ren) $133.98/per payMember + Family $233.84/per pay HIGH DEDUCTIBLE PPO PLANMember Only $24.82/per payMember + Partner $84.67/per payMember + Child(ren) $66.99/per payMember + Family $116.92/per pay LIFE INSURANCE: $20,000 group term Life Insurance and $20,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - No cost to employee. CREDIT UNION MEMBERSHIP AVAILABLE: Savings accounts/loan accounts/checking accounts located at 505 NE Monroe, Peoria, IL 61602; Phone: (309) ###-####; FAX: (309) ###-####; Hours: 8am - 12pm and 1pm - 4:50pm, Monday through Friday.TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Available on class-by-class basis, if funds are available, for job-related classes, based on prevailing rates at public institutions, based on grade, upon approval.DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Three major 457 Plans available. Voya Financial, Mission Square, and Nationwide Retirement SolutionsWORKER'S COMPENSATION: Self-Insured Plan.RESIDENCY: An employee hired on or after January 1, 2023, must reside within the City of Peoria. An employee's unauthorized residency outside the City of Peoria shall be grounds for immediate termination.(Summary data only. Labor Agreements in effect are actual controlling documents.)