The Planning & Development Department guides the physical development of the city by preserving our historic sites, planning what can be built where, and ensuring safe construction of buildings and infrastructure. A host of advisory and governing bodies of residents as well as elected officials provide oversight as the city grows and needs arise. The process is governed through development and enforcement of city codes and ordinances.
The General Inspector II is responsible for the inspection of all aspects of residential construction for conformance with the City's building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing and zoning requirements. Assignments involve inspection of new residential construction and alteration and repair work. Work is performed under general supervision and reviewed by the General Inspections Team Leader.
Responsibilities include:
- Inspection of new homes, additions and alterations to existing homes.
- Inspection of swimming pools, utility connections to mobile homes, and periodic safety inspections of existing mobile home parks.
- Ordering compliance when violations are discovered.
- Employees work independently in the field and are responsible for making decisions requiring technical discretion, sound judgment, and familiarity with a variety of adopted codes, city ordinances, and construction methods or problems.
Opportunity to Underfill at the General Inspector I level.
Individuals that do not meet the minimum requirements below for the General Inspector II may qualify for the opportunity to Underfill at the General Inspector I level. This position is responsible for the inspection of all aspects of residential construction for conformance with the City's building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing and zoning requirements. Assignments involve inspection of new residential construction and alteration and repair work.
Work is performed under general supervision and reviewed by the General Inspections Field Supervisor or the General Inspections Supervisor. After successfully completing a twelve-month probationary period and achieving required certifications, incumbents will promote to a General Inspector II.