Construction Inspector
3 weeks ago
THE POSITION
We are excited to welcome you to District 8-0 as a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor, where you will be essential in maintaining top-notch quality for our permit unit. In this role, you will oversee field inspections related to occupancy permits, either from the district office or within a designated area of the district. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to advance your career while making a significant impact on our operations. Your contributions will be crucial in supporting our inspectors and clerks as they navigate their responsibilities. We look forward to having you on board and seeing the positive influence you will bring to our organization
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will train and support team members to ensure they have the necessary technical skills and meet performance standards. You will oversee the processing and issuance of occupancy permits by assigning tasks, training inspectors, reviewing compliance with regulations, and addressing complex issues. Additionally, you will conduct visits to county offices to ensure permits are issued correctly and to evaluate the work of employees involved in occupancy inspections. Your responsibilities will also include managing fees, maintaining records, and preparing regular and special reports.
You will guide subordinates in reviewing and processing incoming applications, as well as tracking right-of-way plans and traffic studies for internal and external review. It is essential to represent the department professionally when communicating with applicants, contractors, and engineers, providing clear explanations about processes and application statuses. Furthermore, you will analyze data from the Roadway Management Information System to approve pavement restoration details. Supporting quality improvement initiatives and encouraging employee participation will be key, as you recommend and implement new strategies to enhance efficiency and foster a sense of pride in the team‘s work.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- One year as a Transportation Construction Inspector; or
- Two years of construction inspection experience and an associate‘s degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, geotechnical engineering, surveying engineering technology, or a closely related engineering technology; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Conditions of Employment:
- This position requires possession of a valid non-commercial Pennsylvania Class C Driver‘s License or equivalent.
Other Requirements:
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans‘ Preference tab or contact us at .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
