Structural Inspector I/II

THE POSITION

Washington County's Department of Land Use and Transportation (LUT) is currently recruiting for a Structural Inspector I/II to join the Building and Development Services team!

The Position

The Structural Inspector I/II performs inspections of all types of commercial, industrial, public, and residential buildings throughout the construction phase for code compliance.

LUT isaccepting applications for candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the Inspector I and Inspector II classifications. Both positions are a part of the Inspector Series meaning LUT can underfill the Inspector II position at the Inspector I level. We highly encourage anyone who meets either set of minimum qualifications to apply to fill our current position and any future vacancies!

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills; listening, speaking, and the ability to articulate complex information to other staff as well as to contractors and to the public. The successful candidate will have the ability to be a team player working closely with those on the inspection team, and follow Building Services procedures in and out of the office. They need to have the experience and capacity to read and interpret complex commercial structural plans. They will also have the ability to self manage time, inspection route, and workload while working individually in the field. The ideal candidate is also open to learning and working with new technology and software that is required to complete inspections and record inspection results.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role, even if you believe you do not meet all of the hiring criteria described above.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

To review the complete classification and list of knowledge, skills, and abilities for this vacancy, please use the following links:

• For Inspector I class specification click here: Inspector I
• For Inspector II class specification click here: Inspector II
  
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Inspector I

Education And Experience:

• Two (2) years of construction or inspection related work experience; OR
• An approved one-year inspection-related education program AND one (1) year of construction or inspection related work experience; OR
• An Associate's Degree from an approved inspection-related education program or its equivalent.
  
  

Additional Requirements:

• Oregon Residential Structural Inspector Certification; OR
• Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC) AND International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Residential Building Inspector.
• Must be able to obtain all required certifications within six (6) months of appointment.
• A driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record per Washington County policy.
  
  

Inspector II

Education And Experience:

• Three (3) years of building construction or inspection related work experience; OR
• An approved one-year inspection-related education program AND two (2) years of building construction or inspection related work experience; OR
• An Associate's Degree from an approved building inspection related education program or its equivalent; AND one (1) year of construction or inspection related work experience; OR
• Registration as an Oregon architect or a certified Oregon professional engineer, or have a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in architecture or civil or structural engineering.
  
  

Additional Requirements:

• Possession of the required certifications per The State of Oregon:
• Oregon Residential Structural Inspector Certification;?OR Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC)?AND?International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Residential Building Inspector AND
• International Code Council certification as a Commercial Building Inspector OR State of Oregon Commercial Building Inspector certification AND
• International Code Council certification as a Commercial Mechanical Inspector OR State of Oregon Commercial Mechanical Inspector certification
• Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record per Washington County policy.
  
  
Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses if applicable. Please note: Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Selection Process


• Apply Today: We ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Law
• MQ Review: HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications after the posting closes.
• Panel Interview(s): Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and pass the MQ reviewas soon as possible.
• Salary Analysis & Conditional Offer: Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the successful candidate and extend an offer of appointment conditional on successful completion of background and reference checks.
• Start Date: A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
  
  
Our Commitment to You

We are committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities. Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Veterans' Preference

If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points .

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act

Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail: [email protected] at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.

Status of Your Application

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Questions Regarding This Recruitment?

Contact Brighton Bohnenkamp, Talent Acquisition Business Partner at [email protected] v

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