This job was posted by https://www.azjobconnection.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.azjobconnection.gov/jobs/6463101 GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Responsible for the general administration of the Inspection Division of the Engineering Department. Performs field and technical construction inspection work for environmental, water, sewer, street, and other public works projects and programs. Assures compliance with Federal, State and local codes and standards and contractual provisions. Along with providing direction, supervision, and evaluation of inspection staff, employees of this class are expected to perform highly skilled technical duties associated with inspections, and guiding staff through the inspections of capital improvements projects or private development.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general guidance and direction of Assistant City Engineer and/or City Engineer.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Exercises supervision over staff assigned to the Inspection Division of the Engineering Department.

Essential Functions

Essential Functions are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job classification involves and what is required to perform it.

Manages and supervises assigned operations; Plans and organizes workloads and staff assignments; Trains, motivates and evaluates assigned staff; Reviews progress and directs changes as needed.

Inspects and approves all phases of public and private construction and installation of streets, curbs, gutter, sidewalk, storm drains, sewers, water lines, water meters, hydrants, service lines, fire lines, cross connection control devices and related utilities and structures as assigned to assure that the appropriate construction is completed in compliance with the plans, standards, specifications, special requirements, codes and regulations; issues correction notices or approvals as required.

Inspects and assesses damage from oil, gas and water leaks to public and private property and facilities as required. Oil and/or gas leaks are reported to the Fire Department Hazardous Materials Team.

Inspects construction work under excavation, clearing and grading permits.

Coordinates activities and schedules with utility companies, contractors, property owners and other City departments. Resolves conflicts within scope of authority, and/or refers conflicts to Assistant City Engineer or City Engineer.

Inspects to assure compliance with local, State and Federal standards for any right-of-way, street use, and other permits issued to private utilities or contractors.

Checks for proper use and placement of traffic control devices to assure compliance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).

Provides information and responds to inquiries from contractors, property owners, staff, and the general public regarding assigned public works projects.

Maintains a variety of logs and records related to employees, work assignments and inspection activities.

Performs work in accordance with safety policies and procedures.

Ensures that department management is informed of critical issues.

Represents the Engineering Department in meetings, with contractors, engineers, developers, and other public agencies as required.

Demonstrates continuous efforts to improve operations, decrease turnaround times and streamline the inspection work processes.

Provides guidance, training and supervision to inspection staff on policies, practices and procedures, design and inspection within the public right of way.

Compiles information and prepares construction reports as required. Assists in facilitating resolution of construction related conflicts.

Handles complex technical problems, customer inquiries and complaints.

Exercises considerable independent judgment during inspection of enginee ing projects with several jobs occurring at the same time.

Ensures good workmanship, structural soundness, and aesthetics of engineering projects.

Provides adequate documentation for ADEQ for testing of all water lines and sewer lines.

Ensures safety of self while performing inspection on sites to include traversing, entering and exiting sites. Recognizes appropriate OSHA requirements and traffic control protocols are in place prior to placing self into the area of inspection.

Ensures that construction projects create no hazards, avoidable nuisances, or damages to private or public property.

Accurately read and interpret maps, specifications, drawings, and blueprints.

Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.

Communicates and acts in a professional manner with the public, assigned employees, co-workers, and work contacts.

Provides excellent customer service to all contacts.

Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity.

Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies and procedures; follows safety policies and practices, works in a safe manner, and immediately reports unsafe activity and conditions to supervisor(s).

PERIPHERAL DUTIES:

Reviews field staking and makes revisions within scope of authority; or refers matter to Assistant City Engineer or City Engineer for final interpretation and resolu