Resolution - 9323RESOLUTION NO. 9323
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 7223,
RELATING TO CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION OF POSITIONS,
AS AMENDED; AND APPROVING THE NEW CLASSIFICATIONS OF BUILDING
OFFICIAL AND CONSTRUCTION COORDINATOR.
WHEREAS, the Building/Engineering Department has revised its organizational structure; and'
WHEREAS, the functions of three vacant positions have been consolidated into two new proposed
positions with new classification and salary designations; and
WHEREAS; the Personnel Commission has reviewed and recommends approval of the proposed
classification specifications for Building Official and Construction Coordinator;
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of West Covina, California does resolve as
follows:
SECTION 1. That the classification specifications for Building Official and Construction
Coordinator, attached and marked as `Exhibit A" and "Exhibit B", are hereby adopted.
SECTION 2. That a salary range for Building Official of $4054 - $5473, and for Construction
Coordinator of $3011 - $3660 is hereby adopted.
SECTION 3. That Resolution 7223, as amended, relating to classification and compensation of
positions, is hereby further amended by this Resolution.
SECTION 4. The effective date of this Resolution is May 7, 1996.
SECTION 5. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 7th Day of May, 1996.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
I, HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the City Council on the 7th day
of May, 1996.
AYES: Councilmembers: Herfert, Manners, McFadden, Wong, Touhey
NOES: Councilmembers: None
ABSENT: Councilmembers: None
ABSTAIN: Councilmenbers: None
City Clerk -
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
ity Attorney
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EXHIBIT A
CITY OF WEST COVINA
MANAGEMENT
CLASS SPECIFICATION
MARCH 1996
Job Summary
1b
Under general direction, administers the Building Section of the Building and
Engineering Department that enforces various City regulations, including
building and housing codes, zoning ordinances, and provisions of use permits
relating to residential, business, and public building construction, repair,
alteration, use, or occupancy; serves as a member of the city's management
team; may be involved in administrative projects outside normal area of
specialization; and does related work as required.
d
1. Plans, organizes, assigns, and supervises the work performed by field
inspection personnel who enforce codes, ordinances, and regulations
relating to construction, housing, mobile homes, unsafe buildings, zoning,
grading, and electrical, plumbing, ventilating, heating, and air
conditioning installations.
2. Provides plan checking on the more complex building projects submitted to
the department.
3. Confers with subordinates in scheduling and assigning inspections and
developing priorities and standards of work.
4. Coordinates the activities of the division with other work units within
the City.
5. Consults with contractors, architects, engineers, and others concerning
materials, specifications, and ratings.
6. Reviews and keeps informed on new methods of construction and new
materials as relating to existing ordinances; directs the review of
building construction plans and specifications to ensure compliance with
current codes and ordinances.
7. Directs the investigation of complaints regarding violations of City
ordinances, codes, regulations, and requirements.
8. Provides for the increased efficiency of the division by planning,
training, and organizing personnel to meet immediate and future
needs; and is responsible for ensuring that work practices are followed.
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9. Attends various meetings that relate to activities, priorities, and
operating problems of the division.
10. Answers questions and complaints from the general public and takes
appropriate courses of action.
lb 11. Assists the City Engineer/Public Works Director in the preparation of
the annual budget and the control of expenditures that relate to
division activities and develops appropriate justification for
requested changes in personnel, materials, and equipment.
Knowledge of building, plumbing, electrical, and related codes and ordinances
enforceable by the City; the principles and techniques of building inspection;
building materials, building design, accepted safety standards, and modern
methods of building construction; and the principles of organization,
supervision, and employee training.
Ability to effectively plan, organize, and supervise the building inspection
division program; analyze, interpret, and check building plans and
specifications related to building, mechanical, and electrical construction
projects; develop and implement improvements in organization and work
procedures; prepare clear and concise technical and other reports; and
establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the
course of work.
Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in civil or
structural engineering.
Experience: Three years' supervisory experience in a building department or
plan check section of a building department.
Licenses: Licensed as a civil engineer in the State of California.
Certification as a plans examiner by the International Conference of Building
Officials (ICBO) is required. Certification as a building official by the
ICBO is desirable.
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CITY OF WEST COVINA
toJob Summary
EXHIBIT B
CLASSIFIED
CLASS SPECIFICATION
MARCH 1996
Under general direction of the Senior building Inspector performs contract
administration and inspection work in all phases of new construction as well
as alterations and repair work to existing structures for adherence to plans
and specifications and for compliance with codes of the City and applicable
codes of the State of California; and does related work as required.
1. Prepares specifications and reports for construction projects and monitors
the projects' status through completion.
2. Oversees the bidding process for various construction projects.
3. Prepares cost estimates and reports for both proposed and completed
projects.
4. Reviews and interprets construction plans and specifications for
compliance.
5. Submits detailed reports on work progress and materials installed.
6. Consults with contractors and private parties on issues related to
construction projects and work in progress.
7. Negotiates with contractor on change orders as needed.
8. Handles citizen and contractor complaints and inquiries and provides
information on departmental and City operations.
9. Makes field inspections of residential, commercial, and other types of
buildings and structures in all stages of construction.
10. Makes field inspections of public works projects in all stages of
construction.
11. Enforces building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes, Title 24,
and related regulations.
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Essential Functions (Continued)
12.
Receives
and
reviews
building
plans.
13.
Performs
and
assists
in plan
checking at the public counter.
14. Reviews permit applications and issues permits.
Working knowledge of electrical, heating, air conditioning, and ventilating
equipment and installations in all types of buildings and structures; ability
to read and interpret building, plumbing and electrical blueprints; working
knowledge of building, plumbing and electrical codes, ordinances, and laws;
knowledge of principles and practices of building inspection, building
materials, accepted safety standards, and modern methods of building
construction.
Education: College level training in related subjects is desirable.
Experience: Two years' experience as a Building Inspector or three years
journey level experience in all types of building construction, such as
foreman, general contractor, maintenance engineer, or related field.
Licenses: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License.
Must secure the International Conference of Building Official (ICBO)
certification as a Building Inspector within one year of appointment.
Working conditions: Ability to climb, crawl, and lift moderately heavy
objects up to 40 pounds.
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