Development / Construction Inspector

Development Inspector

Salary Range : $35.76 - $37.01 / hour

Closing Date : Applications reviewed daily until position is filled.

This is a temporary position for up to six months.

The City is looking for a Development Inspector to work in the Community Development Department for up to six months. The Community Development Department consists of a Planning Division and a Building Division that work together to implement the community's vision for the city, plan for the future and regulate development. The inspector would work as a member of a collaborative engineering and inspection team.

The primary responsibility is inspection of development related projects for compliance with approved plans, City Engineering Standards, and City code. The job offers varied and interesting tasks in the following areas :

• Inspect and document development from initial construction through final warranty. Inspection includes public infrastructure such as water and storm systems, roads, parks, sidewalks, ADA ramps, signing and landscaping as well as private development.
• Review approved construction plans for inspection purposes and maintains a record of field changes for comparison with as-built drawings.
• Communicate inspection results and deficiencies with contractors and other City
• Code enforcement including monitoring a variety of applicable ordinances, codes and regulations related to zoning, land use, nuisance housing, building codes, health and safety, graffiti and other matters of public concern.
• Address public complaints, questions and concerns regarding development

Qualification Requirements :

The City is seeking a community minded development inspector who is able to manage a sizable workload, complete projects in a timely manner, interface with the public and be a contributing, collaborative member of the City team during a period of rapid growth.

The ideal candidate will :

Qualified candidates will have :

Familiarity with the American Public Works Association / Washington State Department of Transportation construction specifications is desired. Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities will be considered.

All employees are expected to work in a manner consistent with the City of Ridgefield's Team Philosophy : work diligently to provide quality service and make a better community; with accountability, reliability, and integrity; be innovative, efficient, proactive, and adaptive; work as a cohesive team with compassion, leadership, and professionalism; and know how to have fun.

Employee Benefits :

As a temporary employee with the City of Ridgefield, you are eligible for holiday pay if a recognized City holiday falls on your regularly scheduled workday. Additionally, you will receive 40 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) and accrue 4 hours of sick leave per pay period. The City also offers an Employee Assistance Program to support your well-being.

How To Apply :

An application and cover letter are required. Your cover letter should be no more than two pages and should include the following information :

Applications will be reviewed daily. Finalists will be invited to recruitment activities scheduled to take place in Ridgefield. References will be contacted only following candidate approval.

The Application for Employment can be submitted on-line at : https : / / ridgefieldwa.us / 204 / Job-Opportunities More information about the Public Works Department and job opportunities are available on the City's website at www.ridgefieldwa.us or by calling Human Resources at 360-887-3557.

The City of Ridgefield is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining a diverse mix of talented people who want to come, grow, and do their best work here. Together, we strive to create and maintain a working environment that is inclusive, equitable, welcoming and that provides the best possible services for our community. This announcement is meant only as a general descriptive recruitment guide. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract and is not a complete description of the job.