HomeMy WebLinkAbout6.129 BUILDING INSPECTOR AIDE 20240408PART I DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
COUNTY OF KAUAI 6.129
Class Specifications for the Class:
BUILDING INSPECTOR AIDE
SR-14, BU-03
Duties Summary:
Assists higher level inspectors in inspecting the construction, alteration, or
maintenance of buildings and structures of limited size and scope for compliance with the
provisions of building and zoning codes and ordinances and adherence to approved plans
and specifications by inspecting phases of projects; and performs other related duties as
required.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
This is the entry level class for the Building Inspector series. This class is
distinguished by its responsibility to inspect various phases of the construction, alteration, or
repair of residential buildings, signs, swimming pools, and similar structures from specific
instructions and under close guidance.
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).
• Under supervision and following specific instructions, inspects various phases of the
construction, alteration and maintenance of residential and small commercial
buildings, signs, swimming pools, and similar structures for compliance with
provisions of the building and zoning codes and ordinances;
• Checks to see that work is performed in accordance with approved plans and
specifications;
• Checks the quality of materials and the methods of construction for walls, floors,
roofs, foundations, lathing, and plastering;
• Makes inspections of existing buildings to determine hazardous conditions, structural
weaknesses or need for maintenance or repair;
• Looks for construction projects or alterations being performed without building
permits;
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Checks the site location of buildings and structures for conformity with the
requirements of codes and ordinances;
Investigates complaints concerning dangerous building conditions, illegal alterations,
illegal fence construction and unprotected swimming pools;
Issues stop work orders as directed;
Keeps records of inspections made and scheduled and prepares reports;
May receive and check requests for building permits;
Provides routine information to owners, contractors and others on building laws and
regulations; and
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge of:
Standard practices, methods, materials, and tools used in building construction
including empirical formula of structural stability and safety standards.
Ability to:
Learn requirements of building and zoning codes and ordinances for various types of
buildings and structures and render decisions in conformity with codes and ordinances;
recognize hazardous situations and determine means of correction; read and interpret plans
and specifications, building and zoning codes and apply them to specific cases; deal
tactfully and effectively with interested parties and the public; express ideas clearly and
concisely, orally and in writing; prepare comprehensive and accurate narrative reports.
This the first specification for the class BUILDING INSPECTOR AIDE.
Approved:July , 2022
(date)ANNETTE L. ANDERSON
Director of Human Resources
PART II DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
COUNTY OF KAUAI 6.129
Minimum Qualification Specifications
for the Class:
BUILDING INSPECTOR AIDE
SR-14; BU-03
Training and Experience:
A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation
from high school; and
• 1 year of general work experience
• 2 ½ years of work experience in inspecting or supervising building constructing,
preparing and/or reading and applying plans and specifications.
Qualifying General Work Experience:
Any work experience which may involve the basic skills: reading, writing, computation,
and communication.
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 for 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, business or technical school, college, or university
may be substituted for up to four (4) years of the general work experience
requirement (ex. 15 semester credits = 6 months).
B. An Associate’s degree in any field from an accredited college or university may be
substituted for up to two (2) years of the general work experience requirement.
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C. A Bachelor’s degree in any field from an accredited college or university may be
substituted for up to four (4) years of the general work experience requirement.
D. A Master’s or PhD degree in any field from an accredited college or university may be
substituted for up to one (1) year of the general work experience requirement.
E. Successful completion of semester credits leading towards a degree or diploma from
an accredited community college, trades school, may be substituted for up to four (4)
years of work experience in inspecting or supervising building constructing, preparing
and/or reading and applying plans and specifications (15 semester credits = 6
months).
F. An Associate’s degree from an accredited community college, trades school, may be
substituted for up to two (2) years of work experience in inspecting or supervising
building constructing, preparing and/or reading and applying plans and
specifications.
G. A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited community college, trades school, may be
substituted for up to four (4) years of work experience in inspecting or supervising
building constructing, preparing and/or reading and applying plans and
specifications.
H. A Master’s or PhD degree from an accredited community college, trades school, may
be substituted for up to one (1) year of work experience in inspecting or supervising
building constructing, preparing and/or reading and applying plans and
specifications.
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 human resources 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 they
have the ability to perform the duties of the position for which they are being considered.
License Requirement:
Possession of the appropriate licenses or certificates as required of the position.
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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.
Departments/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.
Health and Physical Condition Requirements:
Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and
physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential
functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Physical Effort Grouping: Light
This is an amendment to the specification for the class BUILDING INSPECTOR AIDE,
which was approved on July 26, 2022, and is to be substituted for that specification.
Approved: April 8, 2024
(date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON
Director of Human Resources