6H46- L & I CODE INSPECTIONS MANAGER

6H46

PAY RANGE: N25

L & I CODE INSPECTIONS MANAGER

(Code Enforcement)

(Construction)

GENERAL DEFINITION

This is managerial level work directing through subordinate code supervisors in the Department of Licenses and Inspections. Positions in the construction specialty manage the city-wide field activities of all inspectional districts through subordinate construction inspection supervisors. Positions in the Code Enforcement Specialty manage inspections of existing properties though _ through subordinate code enforcement supervisors. The employees in this class develop, implement and evaluate program goals and objectives and provide program direction to district personnel. Positions in the Construction Code Specialty direct inspectors who inspect construction and renovation of buildings for code compliance, recommends modifications to applicable codes and departmental policy, and provides resolution to field problems involving inspection backlogs, critical non-compliance issues, implementation of new codes and modification of existing codes. Work includes monitoring field activities to maintain quality control over the inspection and enforcement process and responding to emergency situations that may create unsafe and dangerous conditions. Meeting with departmental and interdepartmental managers from other departments to discuss the effectiveness of inspection and compliance programs is a significant aspect of the work. Work is performed under the general direction of an administrative superior.

ALLOCATING FACTORS: (The following conditions must be met for a position to be

allocated to this class.)

1. Positions must coordinate city-wide building code compliance activities through subordinate supervisors in the Department of Licenses and Inspections.

TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY)

ALL SPECIALTIES:

Formulates policies for city-wide construction inspection or code enforcement inspection program; ensures that operational programs and procedures are effectuated in a consistent manner; effects program staffing to conform to departmental standards, policies and directives; evaluates operations/program goals for effectiveness and makes recommendations for improvement.

Coordinates and manages the activities of the districts to achieve goals and continuity of workflow and uniform application of policies and procedures; reviews and revises existing practices and procedures related to the enforcement of related codes; directs inspections supervisors in the implementation of programs, projects, and procedures.

Resolves difficult inspection or enforcement problems referred by subordinate supervisors; confers with legal representatives, owners, businesses, and tenants to interpret codes, related regulations or problems on specific properties, or code enforcement in general; appears before boards and commissioners regarding inspection or code enforcement problems.

Meets with representatives of other City agencies to discuss, evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the city's inspectional programs; represents the department at community meetings; presents the department's activities and goals in an effort to synchronize the activities of other agencies and community groups with the activities of the department.

Implements and monitors program performance standards; ensures high productivity; reviews a variety of reports submitted by subordinate supervisors; consults on the preparation of training programs for construction inspection personnel; advises on training priorities, codes, policies and procedures.

Performs related work as required.

CODE ENFORCEMENT SPECIALITY

Performs related duties above in a construction inspection program.

CONSTRUCTION SPECIALTY

Performs related duties above in a code enforcement inspection program.

AUDITS AND INVESTIGATIONS ASSIGNMENT

Manages through subordinate unit staff and supervisors, the enforcement of license requirements for contractors and other trade licensees. Enforces the requirements that construction be only performed by licensed contractors or trades and their employees and that on-site workers have all required training and certifications, among other license requirements. Issues license violations and investigates dangerous and unlawful contracting practices and Title 9 Construction licensing requirements; may recommending license suspension or revocation based on investigations.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

ALL SPECIALTIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

· the philosophy, principles and purposes of managerial codes and related ordinances

· inspection and investigation principles, practices and techniques

· managerial practices, procedures, and techniques

· procedures, practices and safety hazards and precautions in the operational units within the City's comprehensive code enforcement program

· procedures utilized in the prosecution of licensing and inspection code violations, and the enforcement of ordinances and statutes

· supervisory and performance management methods and techniques

CONSTRUCTION SPECIALTY:

· current developments and trends in the building construction trades

· building code requirements related to construction, renovation, and alteration of commercial, industrial, public and private structures

CODE ENFORCEMENT SPECIALTY:

· current developments and trends in the zoning, administrative, property maintenance and fire code

· laws, municipal ordinances and departmental policies as related to the zoning, administrative, property maintenance and fire codes

ALL SPECIALTIES:

SKILL IN:

· communicating and explaining the provisions of applicable codes and related ordinances and departmental policies and procedures in specialty area

· effectively working with the public affected by City code administration

ABILITY TO:

· plan, assign, analyze and review the work of a technical staff engaged in inspectional and compliance activities in specialty area

· read and interpret blueprints, plots plans and rough sketches, and to recognize deviations from the required building, zoning, and related codes and ordinances for the Construction specialty

· interpret, analyze and explain the provisions, scope and parameters of municipal codes and related ordinances as they apply to the construction of new and renovated buildings and structures for the Construction Specialty

· interpret a variety of specialized codes as related to zoning, administrative, property maintenance and fire safety for the Code Enforcement Specialty

· reach and implement decisions firmly, tactfully and impartially

· express and present ideas effectively, both orally and in writing

· establish and maintain effective working relationships with property owners, construction managers, contractors, governmental officials, associates, and the general public

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE (The following statement represents the minimum training and experience standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests. Applications submitted by candidates for this class will be reviewed based on training and experience requirements as approved on 9/24.)

ALL SPECIALTIES:

EDUCATION:

Completion of an Associate's degree in building construction technology or a related program from an accredited college or university.

CONSTRUCTION SPECIALTY:

AND

CERTIFICATION:

Certification by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Labor and Industry in the following categories:

◦ Residential Building Inspector

◦ Building Inspector

◦ Building Plan Examiner

◦ Mechanical Inspector

◦ Plumbing Inspector

◦ Energy Inspector

◦ Accessibility Inspector/Plan Examiner

◦ Certified as a Building Code Official (BCO)

AND

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

Three years of building code enforcement experience.

AND

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE:

Two years of administrative and technical supervisory work, planning, organizing and directing construction inspections for a district, a city-wide construction demolition program or a construction projects audit program.

CODE ENFORCEMENT SPECIALTY:

CERTIFICATION:

Possession of current, valid certification in all of the following:

· Hazardous Materials Awareness, as recognized by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

· Property Maintenance/Housing Inspector by the International Code Council (ICC)

· OSHA 30, as issued by an OSHA authorized training provider

· Fire Inspector 1 by the International Code Council (ICC)

· Fire Inspector 2 by the International Code Council (ICC)

AND

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

Three years of code enforcement inspection experience.

AND

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE:

Two years of administrative and technical supervisory work planning, organizing and directing inspection operations of existing properties in one of the City’s Code Enforcement districts.

NOTE FOR ALL SPECIALTIES: Two additional years of general or specific experience may substitute for the required education of the associate’s degree.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience which has included the specific experience, completion of the twelfth school grade as the educational minimum and certifications.

CLASSES WHICH TYPICALLY MEET THE SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS CLASS ARE:

L&I Construction Compliance Supervisor (6H45) for the Construction Specialty

Licenses and Inspections Code Enforcement Supervisor (6H50) for the Code Enforcement Specialty

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, AND/OR CERTIFICATES

Certification at the time of application, at the time of appointment and during tenure of employment by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Labor and Industry in the following categories for positions in the Construction specialty:

◦ Residential Building Inspector

◦ Building Inspector

◦ Building Plan Examiner

◦ Mechanical Inspector

◦ Plumbing Inspector

◦ Energy Inspector

◦ Accessibility Inspector/Plan Examiner

◦ Certified as a Building Code Official (BCO)

CODE ENFORCEMENT SPECIALTY:

CERTIFICATION:

· Hazardous Materials Awareness, as recognized by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

· Property Maintenance/Housing Inspector by the International Code Council (ICC)

· Fire Inspector 1 by the International Code Council (ICC)

· Fire Inspector 2 by the International Code Council (ICC)

Possession of a valid proper class motor vehicle operator's license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to appointment and during tenure of employment as a L&I Code Inspections Manager.

PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.

Class Established:

CSC - 11/98

Ad. Board - 1/99

Spec. Revision:

CSC – 12/20

Ad. Board – 01/21

Latest spec. revision:

CSC – 8/24

Ad. Board – 9/24

Change in pay rate:

CSC – 11/24

Ad. Board – 12/24