Department: BuildingFT / PT: Full-TimeSalary: $75,000 annual salary

Job Summary:Under direction of the Construction Official and Plumbing Subcode Official, the position has the technical responsibility for administering the adopted NJ Plumbing Code as amended by the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, within the specific jurisdiction. This is a full-time, 40 hour work week, non supervisory AFSCME union position; salary based on union contract.
This position provides inspection of construction in conformance to the Plumbing Subcode and ensures compliance with the construction documents and regulated codes. Within the scope of construction, position ensures the health, safety and welfare of the general public using and/or owning commercial/residential buildings and structures.
A particular position using this title may not perform all the duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed by this position may not be listed. Perform complex technical work in the inspection of buildings for compliance with legal standards set forth by the Uniform Construction Code, International Building Code, International Residential Code, ICC, and CTC to enforce these codes to ensure public safety, health and welfare in so far as they are affected by building construction.
This is a full-time AFSCME union position; salary is $75,000 annually as per union contract.
Job Responsibilities:
● Performs field inspections for code compliance with the state uniform construction code
● Maintains inspection records
● Performs plan review and review construction documents
● Promptly answers questions from citizens, homeowners, contractors and builders regarding enforcement of the building code received via phone, email, or at the in-person visits
● Attends required training to expand knowledge of the related codes and to maintain licenses held
● Attends code hearings as needed
● Attends inter officemeetings to continue a unified position on code related issues
● Occasionally receives, provides, clarifies, or exchanges information with other Township Departments and State Employees
● Meets with architects and engineers
● Prepares violations and notices, and collects information to present to the Construction Official
● Daily operations are within a highly interactive office ● This job constantly provides/delivers a service to - Job Supervisors
- Homeowners
- Construction Workers
- Contractors
● This job constantly receives, provides, clarifies, or exchanges information with: - Construction Official
- Clerical Staff
- Building Subcode Official
- Electrical Subcode Official
- Fire Subcode Official
- Plumbing Subcode Official
- Field Inspectors ● This job occasionally provides/delivers a service to: - Engineers
- Developers
- Architects

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
● Advanced knowledge of a specialized or technical field or thorough knowledge of the practices and techniques of a professional field
● Knowledge of policies and procedures, and the ability to select a course of action based on these guidelines
● Thorough knowledge of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code
● Extraordinary customer service skills including maintaining a courteous, pleasant and professional demeanor
● Ability to maintain effective and positive working relationships with all Township employees, officials, boards and commissions, and the general public; with the ability to maintain professionalism when interacting with the most difficult people
● Ability to create accurate reports and reference code items and communicate contents effectively
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills
● Ability to obtain and communicate proper information to make accurate decisions and reports is essential Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
● Minimum of 1 year experience with SDL construction software
● Experience using Google Drive and its programs such as Docs, Sheets, and Calendar, etc.
Education, Certifications and Licenses:
● A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent
● Minimum licensed as a ICS (Industrial & Commercial Specialist) Plumbing Inspectors
● Residential Mechanical Inspectors license issued by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs
● HHS (High-Rise Hazardous Specialist) Plumbing License issued by the NJ Department of Community Affairs
● Additional inspector and/or administrative licenses issued by the NJ Department of Community Affairs that are related to Uniform Construction Code; willingness to obtain additional licenses preferred
● A degree in Architecture or Engineering preferred
Physical Requirements:
● While performing the duties of this job the employee often works in outside weather conditions, walking on rough terrain, climbing, bending, and stretching
● The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme heat, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration
● The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position
● Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
● Hand / eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment
● While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand or sit; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
● The employee is occasionally required to use a ladder, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and smell
● The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 75 pounds
● Ability to work for extended periods on computer-based tasks
Additional Information:
● Must have a valid NJ Driver's License
● Clearance of a background check
● Department operation hours are typically 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday
● The complete requirements of the position can be found at the New Jersey Civil Service Commission website job specifications and the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code NJAVC 5:23
● Positive Impact: Considerable - Normally, decisions would create considerable opportunities, efficiencies, or savings. Decisions would have a considerable impact on internal department operations or finance. Decisions would be of important consequence.
● Negative Impact: Considerable - Normally, poor or incorrect decisions would cause considerable delays, inefficiencies, or expenses. Poor decisions would have a considerable negative impact on internal department operations or finance.
Application Special Instructions:
● All applications to be submitted online. Please include a resume, professional and personal references, and copies of any licenses and certifications held.
Job Specific Questions:
● Additional screening questions specific to this position may be asked during the recruiting process.