PLUMBING INSPECTOR II

Nampa, ID

Job Title: Plumbing Inspector II

Hiring Salary Range: $22.87-$27.38 DOE
Position Salary Range: $22.87-$31.89

Reports to (Role): Building Inspector Supervisor
Department/Group: BLD
Job Code: 2320
FLSA Status: Non- Exempt
Travel Required: Minimal

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Family / Business Unit: Building
Benefits Eligible: Yes
PERSI Eligible: Yes

The City of Nampa offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities, including the following for full-time positions in City Government Departments:

• No Cost Employee Medical
• No Cost Basic Dental
• Vision
• PERSI Retirement Plan, with more than 11% employer contribution, plus employee contribution
• 401k & 457 Retirement Plans
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (Over 4 weeks of vacation/sick/personal time off in the first year)
• Life Insurance with AD&D
• Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-Funded HRA VEBA Health Savings
• Wellness Program & Rewards
• Harward Recreation Center and Golf Membership Discounts
• Other Great Benefits!

ALIGNED CITY, DEPARTMENT & ROLE

Every unified team starts with a purpose, and we are a purpose-driven team of service-minded professionals. We are passionate about working shoulder-to-shoulder in partnership with our City Council, citizens, and internal team members to bring the City of Nampa’s vision for the future to life. Whether you are looking to start, make a change, or advance your career, find your path forward at the City of Nampa to leave your mark on the legacy we will leave in our city and the world around us. In a spirit of excellence, integrity, and dedication, the Building Department is committed to providing timely, accurate, clear, and complete information to manage, mitigate and reduce risks to the city through building safety.

Role Statement for Plumbing Inspector II:
The principal function of this role is to participate in the various work of the inspection team in all aspects of the inspection operation to ensure compliance with all the established policies and procedures and Federal and State rules and regulations. Performs a variety of general, skilled, and specialized tasks and acts as a member of the inspection team. Must have demonstrated skills in human relations and dispute resolution, and a willingness to apply independent judgment and decision-making to resolve non-routine issues that may arise. Informs and assists citizens, developers, and business owners with issues related to the City building code requirements, building inspections, and other requirements. Contributes to the development and implementation of policies, standards, and guidelines

ROLE SUCCESS PROFILE

Key Job Accountabilities:

• Provides an overall view of daily and in-progress inspections and field corrections to the supervisor.
• Provides effective professional liaison between the Department and other City Departments, representatives from public agencies, area businesses, and the public.
• Compose, and prepare correspondence, memos, reports, and other materials related to inspections.
• Performs inspections for non-permitted work and dangerous building conditions.
• Interprets and applies departmental or office rules, policies, and regulations in accordance with prescribed procedures and guidelines.
• Responds to citizen complaints related to field inspection activities.
• Develops, analyzes, and defends program documentation, project reports, and legal positions associated with the codes, policies, and ordinances.
• Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions and reviews publications and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work areas.
• Possesses a customer-focused attitude with a results-driven approach to problem-solving.
• Adaptability to work independently in the field on complex assignments and collaboratively with inspection staff.
• Other projects, tasks, and duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING

Key Behavioral Competencies:

• Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Analytical Skills – Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Commitment to Safety – Understands, encourages, and carries out the principles of integrated safety management; complies with or oversees compliance with safety policies and procedures; completes all required training; takes personal responsibility for safety.
• Detail Oriented – Ability to pay meticulous attention to all aspects of a situation or task no matter how small or seemingly unimportant.
• Innovative – Ability to look beyond standard solutions.
• Judgment – The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Problem-Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Reliability – The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Time Management – Ability to effectively utilize the available time for the completion of necessary job tasks.

Education, Experience Level, and Certification Requirements:

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED).
• Current State of Idaho Issued Journeyman License.
• IAPMO plumbing inspector certificate or ability to obtain within 6 months from hire date.

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to mentor and cross-train colleagues.
• Ability to demonstrate effective collaboration, teamwork, and conflict resolution.
• Must be able to operate under standard office practices and procedures, including the operation of standard office equipment.
• Ability to work with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnical, and cultural backgrounds in person or over the telephone.
• Ability to work both independently and on a team to complete assigned special projects and tasks in addition to fundamental responsibilities and duties of the position.
• Ability to efficiently operate a personal computer using standard and customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks.
• Ability and willingness to learn and use new skills brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology.
• Ability to have integrity, ingenuity, and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks.

Character:

• Must have the highest degree of integrity, judgment, and independence.
• A passion for public service.
• A forward-looking perspective, constantly scanning the horizon to anticipate future problems, while formulating potential solutions.
• Punctual, including attendance standards and work deadlines.
• Respects the opinion of others and demonstrate a reasonable relationship with employees, supervisors, and others.
• Is open to direction and recommendations to improve performance.

Working Conditions (more detailed essential physical job functions available upon request):

• The Principal duties of this class are performed in a general office environment and on construction sites.

The City of Nampa has a Drug/Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy. Any offer of employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug test and background check. The City of Nampa is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This position may close prior to the closing date.