DescriptionJoin the City of Reno and become part of an amazing team who strives every day to make our community a place we are all proud to call home. The ideal candidate in this position will, under direct supervision, inspect and enforce applicable building, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing; ensure the safety of buildings and structures by controlling the design, construction, alteration and quality of materials used.
We currently have a vacancy in the Development Services Department in which hiring will begin immediately following the close of this recruitment. This recruitment will also establish a list for future vacancies, which will be filled as they occur.
NOTE: Within the first year of employment, you will be required to obtain your International Code Council (ICC) Certifications as a Residential Building Inspector and Residential Electrical Inspector. Within two (2) years of employment, you will be required to obtain your International Code Council (ICC) Certifications as a Residential Plumbing Inspector and Residential Mechanical Inspector.
This is both an internal and external recruitment to provide a promotional opportunity for all qualified current classified City of Reno employees and an open competitive opportunity for all other qualified applicants. The City of Reno is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to everyone. This commitment is an integral part of our efforts to ensure that we have a diverse and representative workforce that serves the community of Reno. Examples of Essential Functions- Inspect and enforce applicable building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, codes for residential buildings.
- Prepare written reports, issue correction notices and stop work orders; and, testify in court regarding violations.
- Conduct on-site inspections of existing residential buildings, buildings under repair and new residential construction.
- Determine if construction methods and materials are being used in compliance with established ordinances, codes and approved plans.
- Advise contractors and citizens on residential building codes and ordinances and work proactively to avoid code related issues.
- Advise customers on codes and detail items that must be corrected before approval.
- Schedule inspections, explain code requirements and provide final sign-off and approval of residential projects.
- Conduct assessments of residential buildings after various events, including floods and earthquakes, to determine structural stability and general safety conditions of buildings; determine if buildings can be re-occupied.
- Investigate complaints and conduct inspections of existing buildings to determine if hazardous or illegal conditions exist.
Minimum QualificationsThe following minimum qualifications are required to be met at the time of application.
Education and Training: - High school diploma or the equivalent, supplemented by specialized training in the building trades and/or code enforcement.
Experience: - Two (2) years of inspection or construction experience or a combination of both types of experience.
License or Certificate: - Valid driver's license.
- Possession of the International Code Council (ICC) Residential Certifications in Residential Building Inspector and Residential Electrical Inspector must be obtained within the first year of employment.
- Possession of the International Code Council (ICC) Residential Certifications in Residential Plumbing Inspector and Residential Mechanical Inspector must be obtained within the second year of employment.
**Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.** Supplemental InformationTo Apply: Please submit your completed application and all additional information/documentation requested online at
www.reno.gov/jobs by August 11, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. PT. If a computer or mobile device is not available to you, suggested locations to complete an online application submittal include: the City of Reno City Hall 2nd floor computer kiosk or 5th floor Civil Service Offices, any locations of Nevada Job Connect or any local library or educational facility.
If you are having difficulty logging into your governmentjobs.com profile, please call the applicant support line at 855-524-5627.
Examination process: Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and pass the examination for this position to be eligible for hire. The examination will consist of an online written skills test , and a Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E) weighted as follows:
- Written Skills Test = 80%
- T&E = 20%
Online Written Skills Test Details:Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the online written skills test once the recruitment has closed. These tests will be self-administered with no proctor, which means candidates will be able to complete them online at their convenience during the designated testing window
The instructions and guidelines will be emailed to qualified applicants shortly after the recruitment closes on August 11, 2024. The online written skills test must be completed within the designated testing window to move forward in the hiring process.
Subject areas that may be included on the written test include:
Attention to Detail
Blueprint Reading
Clerical Skills
Inspection Knowledge
Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E) Details: The T&E examination consists of a Supplemental Questionnaire. The questions may be viewed online under the tab marked
"QUESTIONS" on the job announcement page. The T&E must be submitted online at the time of application.
- Responses to your T&E questions should be consistent with the information given in your application details. Answers are subject to verification.
- Failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score; therefore, it is advantageous for you to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question.
- In order to receive credit for education or training, you must attach copies of your transcripts, diploma, or relevant certificates to your online application.
- Resumes or questionnaires uploaded as attachments to the application will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question online.
- "See Resume" or "See above," etc., are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.
- Changes or corrections to your responses cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted.
- TIP: It may be more efficient to develop your responses in a word processing document and then paste them into the online questionnaire to be submitted.
Notification:
Applicants are notified by email of their examination results. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications will also be notified within two weeks of the job posting closing.
Testing Accommodation:
We strive to ensure equal access for all individuals. If you require accommodations due to a disability, we encourage you to inform the Chief Examiner by the closing date of this announcement. Your request will be handled with confidentiality and respect.
Employee/Veteran Preference (In the event of Tie Scores):
In the event of tie scores resulting from an open competitive examination (Rule VII, Section 7), candidates will be provided a rank preference in the following order:
Classified employees with established veteran status Classified employees without veteran status Non-classified employees and external candidates with established veteran status. This preference will only be administered in the event of tie scores. Documentation must be submitted at time of application.
Appointment and Certification:
Appointments to positions in the City's Civil Service system are made on the basis of examination. Scores resulting from a competitive examination are used in determining a person's rank on an eligible register. The department may hire any of the persons referred. The names of those persons not hired may be considered when the next vacancy occurs, for as long as that register is viable.
Questions and Updates:
Questions about the information on this announcement and updates to application information should be directed to Civil Service at (775) 334-2223 or civilservice@reno.gov .
The City of Reno is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, retention, and disciplinary decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association, or any other protected class status applicable under federal or state law or City Charter.
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Closing Date/Time: 8/11/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
