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HomeMy WebLinkAbout6.247 PLANNING INSPECTOR IV 20220613PART I DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 6.247 Class Specifications for the Class: PLANNING INSPECTOR IV SR-21, BU-03 Duties Summary: Supervises, participates in, and is responsible for the inspection of sites, buildings, and structures for compliance with zoning, land use, and subdivision ordinances and codes, approved plans, specifications and policies; and performs other related duties as required. Distinguishing Characteristics: This class differs from Planning Inspector II and III in that the Planning Inspector IV supervises, participates in, and is responsible for the inspection of sites, buildings, and structures for compliance with zoning, land use, and subdivision ordinances and codes; whereas, the Planning Inspector I and II inspects sites, buildings, and structures for compliance with zoning, land use, and subdivision ordinances and codes. Examples of Duties: (The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position). •Lays out, assigns, instructs, and coordinates the work of subordinates engaged in inspections of sites, buildings, and structures such as residential, hotel, apartment, and other buildings for compliance with zoning, land use, and subdivision ordinances and codes; •Reviews daily reports of subordinates for completeness of area covered, number of inspections conducted, and consistency with codes and other requirements; •Interprets, makes decisions and resolves problems in cases of disputes, conflicts, and/or disagreements; •Trains subordinates on new methods and techniques for maximum production, efficiency, and performance of work; •Conducts field inspections with subordinate inspectors when problems of a complicated nature arise; •Issues citations for non-conformance to proper codes when necessary; PART I PLANNING INSPECTOR IV 2 6.247 • Assists planners and drafting technicians in the preparation of field findings and drawings; • Investigates complaints and requests for variances; • Reviews plans and specifications to ascertain whether violations exist; • Meets with violators to explain remedial action required, possible penalties under the law, appeal rights, and procedures and policies relative to variances in land use; • Reviews reports and recommendations including charts, maps, diagrams, and photographs; • Assists County Attorney, Prosecuting Attorney, and other governmental agencies by providing pertinent information concerning cases; • Attends Commission and Council meetings to answer questions when called upon; • Prepares correspondence pertaining to zoning or subdivision matters such as action taken by the Director, status of applications and other inquiries from the public; • Supervises the processing of zoning permits for compliance with the various County planning laws; and • Performs other related duties as assigned. Knowledge of: Housing and zoning codes and ordinances applicable to Kauai County; accepted health and safety standards; inspectional practices and techniques; legal procedures involved in enforcing housing and zoning codes and ordinances; report writing; principles and practices of supervision. Ability to: Plan, assign, supervise, and review the work of subordinates; inspect buildings and structures used for housing and render decisions in conformity with the housing and zoning codes and ordinances; recognize hazardous situations and suggest means of correction; read, interpret, and apply the housing and zoning codes and ordinances; prepare clear and concise reports; deal tactfully with property owners and/or tenants; give oral and written instructions. PART II DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 6.247 Minimum Qualification Specifications for the Class: PLANNING INSPECTOR IV SR-21, BU-03 Training & Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school, and for • five (5) years of inspectional or investigative work experience involving the enforcement of laws, ordinances and/or rules and regulations, and • one (1) year of work experience related to housing, building, zoning, or related code enforcement inspectional work. Substitutions Allowed: The following may be substituted for education: A. Four (4) years of full-time general work experience may be substituted for a high school diploma. B. Successful completion of semester credits leading towards a degree or diploma from an accredited community college, college or university, trades school, etc., may be substituted up to four (4) years of the education requirement (15 semester credits = 6 months). C. An Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree from an accredited community college, college or university, trades school, etc., may be substituted for the education requirement. The following may be substituted for experience: A. Successful completion of semester credits leading towards a degree or diploma from an accredited community college, trades school, may be substituted up to four (4) years of inspectional or investigative work experience in volving the enforcement of laws, ordinances and/or rules and regulations (15 semester credits = 6 months). B. An Associate’s degree from an accredited community college, business, or technical school, may be substituted for two (2) years of inspectional or investigative work experience in volving the enforcement of laws, ordinances and/or rules and regulations. PART II PLANNING INSPECTOR IV 2 6.247 C. A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up four (4) years of inspectional or investigative work experience in volving the enforcement of laws, ordinances and/or rules and regulations. D. A Master’s or PhD degree from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to one (1) year of inspectional or investigative work experience in volving the enforcement of laws, ordinances and/or rules and regulations. If a degree is used to substitute for the education requirement, it may not be used again towards the experience requirement. If work experience is used to substitute for education, it may not be used again to meet the experience requirement. If the applicant holds more than one degree, transcripts must be provided, and a thorough review will be conducted by the DHR staff in order for more than one degree to be credited towards the minimum qualification requirements. Additional degrees can be considered if obtained independently through mutually exclusive classes from another degree being considered. Substitutions will be used to the advantage of the applicant. Quality of Experience: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for a position. The applicant's overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that he/she has the ability to perform the duties of the position for which he/she is being considered. License Requirement: Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license (Hawaii type 3 or equivalent) and any other appropriate licenses or certificates as required of the position. Selective Certification: Specialized knowledge, skills and abilities may be required to perform the duties of some positions. For such positions, Selective Certification Requirements may be established and certification may be restricted to eligibles who possess the pertinent experience and/or training required to perform the duties of the position. Agencies requesting Selective Certification must show the connection between the kind of training and/or experience on which they wish to base selective certification and the duties of the position to be filled. Tests: Applicants may be required to qualify on an appropriate examination.