Plumbing Inspector Supervisor (Building Codes)

JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Are you knowledgeable and experienced in inspecting plumbing installations of all types and complexities for compliance with relevant codes and regulations?
• Do you envision yourself in a role that uses your leadership skills to develop and support employees, to foster a collaborative work environment, and to contribute to organizational effectiveness and success?
• Do you thrive working in a team environment and are invested in team success?
• Do you have exceptional skills in building partnerships through a commitment to providing excellent customer service?
• Do you have a personal commitment to putting ethics into action by holding yourself to the highest standards of professionalism, honesty, and objectivity?

If you answered "yes" to the questions above, please read on! 

We are searching for a Plumbing Inspector Supervisor to join our team at the Clackamas County Department of Transportation & Development. If selected for this position, you will be responsible for the coordination and supervision of staff within the Building Codes plumbing section, including implementation of the program’s goals, objectives, policies and procedures.  In this role, you will perform and oversee plumbing plan review for projects of all types, provide technical information and guidance to staff and our customers, as well as conduct field inspections. 

It is critical for an individual in this role to understand the importance of high quality customer service and strive to exceed the high standards and expectations set forth by our customers. Another key component of this position is regular interaction with the public, so it will be extremely important for the Plumbing Inspector Supervisor to demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.  

We are committed to being an exemplary team with best practices in Building Codes administration, working together towards the common goal of achieving overall success of our program. It is critical that every member of our team recognizes the vital role we play in our community, as well as understands the value a community places on safe buildings and structures, and how our Building Codes team satisfies this demand. To that end, we are searching for an individual, who is motivated to promote and foster a collaborative, partnership-focused environment for a highly functional team with a strong focus on core values and innovative solutions, demonstrating strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills that will allow us to maintain, develop and enhance our operations. 

Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience, including the following: 
  • Conducting plumbing inspections, including interpreting plumbing codes, regulations and policies
  • Reading plumbing diagrams and plumbing plans
  • Evaluating plumbing materials, products and methods of installation 
• Certifications required at the time of hire (Note: Proof of possession of required certifications will be confirmed prior to the final offer of employment is extended to the selected candidate):
  • Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC)
  • Plumbing Specialty Code Inspector (PI) 
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience leading the work of others (i.e. providing daily work direction and/or scheduling, assigning work, checking completed work, and/or training) 
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience providing customer service by meeting customer’s needs and interacting with employees, vendors, and the public in a courteous and professional manner 
• Experience writing accurate and clear inspection or similar reports 
• Experience with general administrative and clerical procedures, including use of common computer applications, such as Microsoft Suite, as well as file management and record keeping 
• Experience prioritizing and multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment 

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Supervisory experience, including assigning work, training staff, preparing and reviewing team or individual performance appraisals, correcting performance deficiencies and recommending corrective actions 
• Experience evaluating materials or products per their listing and methods of installation 
• Experience calculating plumbing fixture loading for both DWV and Water 
• Experience working on large scale commercial and industrial sites 
• Experience with the Oregon Minor Label Program (Plumbing) 
• Experience reviewing and inspecting site utility plans for large scale commercial and industrial sites 

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Must pass a post-offer physical assessment; accommodation requests will be reviewed on an individual bases in compliance with State and Federal legislation.
• Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the County's driving policy

Post-Employment Requirements Within One (1) Year of Hire:

• Medical Gas Plumbing Inspector (MGI)

*For Veterans qualified for Veteran’s Preference:  If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.