Job Class Details

This description is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty. They are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.

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Job Title:

Construction Inspection Supervisor

Job Code:

2518

Salary Grade Code:

919

FLSA Code

Non-Exempt

Minimum Hr. Salary:

20.34

Maximum Hr.Salary:

31.62

Salary Effect Date:

06/24/2007

Special Notes:

Minimum Education Level & Type:

6 months post High School

Building and Engineering Codes or Construction

Minimum Experience Qualifications:

4 years and over

Supervisory experience in inspecting construction projects for compliance with applicable building or engineering codes and standards

Special Job Requirements:

Certification for Use of Radioactive Testing Equipment, Arizona Technical Institute and American Concrete Institute Certifications required within one year of being hired, Preferred Qualification: Completion of the City of Tucson Supervisory Core Series

General Description:

Supervises inspections of construction sites to ensure compliance with contracts, construction plans, specifications and codes. Monitors progress of construction projects and reviews documentation submitted by inspectors.

Essential Functions:

Supervises and coordinates the equivalent of two or more fulltime employees and all assigned work in a unit ensuring timely and quality activities to respond to the needs of the City, community, department, and unit.

Assists with the implementation, evaluation and interpretation of department policies, projects and procedures.

Manages, coordinates, and determines priorities of work load, monitoring levels of resources, establishing time lines, assigning work, monitoring progress, recommending changes and suggestions, writing, reviewing and editing reports prepared by staff, and approving completed projects and reports.

Implements controls for appropriate unit staffing and effectiveness by participating in the recruitment and hiring of employees, making recommendations on employee discipline, and other human resources issues, evaluating and managing employee performance, discussing and identifying personnel issues and facilitating resolutions, promoting positive morale in the unit, ensuring staff is trained appropriately for maximum performance, and providing leadership and guidance.

Contributes to the needs of the community and City by implementing and causing others to implement the organization's values and strategies by leading through example, competency, and accountabilities.

Provides customer service by responding to information requests, conducting research, providing solutions to problems, and correcting errors.

Ensures that unit work conforms to local, state, and federal governmental regulations, and other applicable rules and requirements.
Assigns inspectors to projects, trains inspectors, and delegates responsibilities.

Supervises site functions and inspections by making visits to active construction projects, monitoring progress, enforcing codes and processes, and assisting with the investigation of complaints.

Prepares and reviews documentation, interprets plans and specifications, creates reports, and organizes and attends meetings.

Reviews new products and materials in use by meeting with vendors, determining which products meet specifications, testing materials, and preparing related documentation.

Driving Requirements:
The following information pertains to driving requirements for this classification with the City of Tucson. Under "Driving Level" None, Secondary or Primary, refers to the driving responsibility as it relates to the essential functions of the classification. License Type, is just that, the type of Arizona Driving License required for the classification. If the position requires a Commercial Drivers License (CDL), the endorsements will be listed under "Endorsements." Under Safety Sensitive a "Yes" means employees with this classification are subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. License Type A,B,C,D,or M may require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage. Exceptions to classification driving requirement's may exist based on position.
Driving Level:

Secondary

License Type:

D- Driver

CDL Endorsements:

None

Safety Sensitive:

Pre-employment Medical Testing Required:

Physical Exam Only