Description

COMPENSATION
Annual Pay Range:  $86,104.16 - $108,665.51

Hourly Pay Range:  $41.396233 - $52.243034

Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.

As an Electrical Inspector in the Building Codes Division, your main focus will be inspecting new or remodeled electrical installations and determining the quality of work, use of proper materials and compliance with state and national electrical codes and County regulations, reviewing plans of proposed electrical work; partnering and conferring with electrical engineers, contractors, electricians and other stakeholders regarding code requirements and inspection procedures. You will have an opportunity to use your expertise to explain applicable policies, statutes, ordinances, regulations and codes pertinent to the electric trade. In this role, you will also be responsible for enforcement of proper electrical licensure per administrative rules and statutes. Additionally, among other critical components of this position, as an Electrical Inspector, you will be inspecting existing or fire damaged electrical systems for deterioration and hazardous conditions.

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 organization. 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 experienced individual, who is motivated to be a positive and collaborative contributor, demonstrating strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills that will allow us to improve, develop and enhance our operations.

WORK SCHEDULE
This position works 40 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Friday.  Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended.

Please Note: This position is eligible for hybrid on-site/telework and based on the Department’s business needs. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington. Washington residents must perform 50% of their time on-site at Clackamas County.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Duties in the field require reaching, squatting, kneeling, crawling, bending, twisting, climbing, fine motor control, and the ability to lift and carry objects, and push/pull 40 pounds. Duties also involve exposure to slippery and/or uneven surfaces, exhaust fumes and dust, working at heights on ladders and roofs, and adverse weather conditions.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace.  All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date.  You may request an accommodation during the online application process.

RECRUITMENT CONTACT
Victoria Vysotskiy, Recruiter
Email: [email protected]

Requirements

Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Certification Requirements:
  • Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC) ~AND~ Electrical Specialty Code Inspector (EI) Certification, issued by the State of Oregon
    • Note: Proof of possession of required certifications will be confirmed prior to the final offer of employment is extended to the selected candidate.
• Experience providing excellent customer service to the public as well as to other external and internal stakeholders within various levels of organization

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Experience conducting electrical inspections, including interpreting electrical codes, regulations and policies; reading electrical wiring diagrams and electrical construction plans; and, evaluating electric materials, products and methods of installation
• Experience evaluating materials or products per their listing and methods of installation
• Experience writing accurate and clear inspection or similar reports
• Experience calculating electrical loads
• Experience working around high voltage installations (12,470 volts)

Pre-employment Requirements:

• Employment is contingent upon passing a post-offer physical assessment. Accommodation requests will be reviewed on an individual basis 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.

*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.