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CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR/ SENIOR CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR Public Works RECRUITMENT #19-J11-001
Salary: Construction Inspector $58,608-$71,239year
Senior Construction Inspector $64,435-$78/322/year

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INTRODUCTION
Do you have an engineering, construction or traffic design background? Do you have proven experience conducting construction inspections? The City of Ventura is accepting applications for a Construction Inspector/Senior Construction Inspector vacancy on our collaborative Construction Services team in the Public Works Department. To be considered for this exciting career opportunity, apply online at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs by the 9/22/2019 filing deadline!

To learn more about the City of Ventura's Public Works Department, visit https://www.cityofventura.ca.gov/189/Public-Works.

THE POSITION
Under general supervision, inspects the quality of work and materials used in a variety of public works construction projects consisting of a combination of both Capital Improvement Projects (City projects) and private Development Projects.  The Construction Inspector ensures conformance with plans, specifications, city standard details and departmental regulations.

This flexibly staffed position may be filled at either the Inspector or Senior Inspector level depending on the qualifications of the applicant and the staffing needs of the City.

An eligibility list is being established to fill the current full-time vacancy as well as future vacancies.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
Is an energetic, organized individual with excellent customer service and public relation skills
Has a well-rounded background of public works experience
Has construction inspection experience
Works effectively with a variety of people, including the public, contractors, and other City staff
Maintains a calm composure while responding to people who may be upset, irate or frustrated
Demonstrates outstanding verbal and oral communication skills
Holds a valid Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector certificate (CPII) issued by the American Public Works Association
Holds a valid Construction General Permit Qualified Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Practitioner (QSP) certificate issued by the California Stormwater Quality Association

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Reviews plans and specifications of assigned public works construction project with construction supervisor; attends pre-construction meetings. Inspects materials for identification as conforming to specifications.  Inspects adjacent properties for damage from construction activity. Inspects projects for conformance with storm water pollution control plan. Inspects various structures such as utilities, streets, sidewalks, gutters, traffic and street lights, and other off-site construction.  Checks line, grade, size, elevation, and location of structures for conformance with specifications and regulations. Takes samples of materials for examination or analysis by laboratories. Analyzes test results on soils and concrete.  Oversees consultants performing field tests.

Monitors public works construction projects during progress and upon completion to ensure conformance with plans and specifications.  Records quantities of materials used and work performed.  Performs traffic control inspections to ensure a safe work area for the contractor and residents. Manages the completion of project record drawings.  Prepares daily activity records, reviews pay estimates for additional work performed by contractors, and reports for progress payments.  Monitors contractor staffing for labor compliance to ensure State and Federal regulations are met.  Coordinates with other City departments to report work progress and to collaborate when construction issues arise.

Inspects private development construction work, including traffic control, concrete forms placement, reinforcing steel, and placement, consolidation, and curing of concrete; enforces compliance with plans, specifications, City standards and proper construction practices for work such as installation of water lines, sewer, utility conduits, landscape improvements, construction of storm drains, culverts, flood control channels, catch basins, junction structures, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways, and streets; determines punch list items for correction prior to final acceptance; ensures proper placement and maintenance of signs, barricades and warning devices; recommends to supervisor acceptance of public improvements in completed private developments.

Confers with property owners regarding project schedule, hazards and inconvenience.  Investigates public complaints. Coordinates work with other City departments, consultants, other agencies, utility companies and contractors.  Assists with notification for  service interruptions with least interference and inconvenience to affected properties.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATES

License:  Depending on assignment, possession of a valid California Class C driver's license may be required.

Certification:

Both levels:  Possession of the following valid certificates is highly desirable:

• Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector certificate (CPII) issued by the American Public Works Association
• Construction General Permit Qualified Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Practitioner  (QSP) certificate issued by the California Stormwater Quality Association