Nassau County is 726 square miles of natural beauty located in the northeast corner of Florida along the Atlantic Ocean and Interstate 95. With 13 miles of pristine beaches, hundreds of miles of rivers, historic downtown Fernandina Beach, and an expanding economy. The combination of rich history, rural charm, natural resources, quality-of-life, and proximity to strategic installations provides Nassau County with unparalleled potential.  Part of the Jacksonville Metropolitan Area, Nassau County has a population of 91,113 and a regional population of 1.6 million, the Florida Bureau of Economic and Business Research (BEBR) estimates that Nassau County grew by 4.92% last year ranking as the 4th fastest-growing county, by percent growth, in Florida [2nd among counties with a population of at least 80,000]. BEBR predicts Nassau County will be the sixth fastest-growing county in the State of Florida over the next 10 years with a projected population expansion of 33% resulting in over 121,600 people calling Nassau County home.

To view the position description or submit your application for consideration, visit: https://nassauemployees.munisselfservice.com/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

 

This position is under the direction and supervision of a licensed inspector, inspects new and existing buildings, both commercial and residential, to ensure compliance with State and County Building Codes.

 

• Assists in planning and scheduling inspections of new and existing residential buildings.
• Performs detailed inspections of buildings during and following construction/remodeling for compliance with State and County Building codes, including Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical and Gas codes. Prepares reports of violation and necessary corrective actions.  Submits to supervisor for final review and approval.
• Inspects mobile homes for compliance with State requirements pertaining to set-up, electrical, plumbing and mechanical requirements. Submits to supervisor for final review and approval.
• Reviews building plans, site plans and specifications for compliance with applicable regulatory standards, including Building codes, Handicap Accessibility and Flood Zone and Zoning requirements.
• Reviews building permits for compliance.
• Under supervision, receives inquiries and complaints from contractors, property owners, County officials and the public; interprets and explains regulatory provisions and negotiates compliance.
• With supervisor approval, issues warning notices, stop work orders, summonses; obtains inspection warrants and testifies in legal proceedings as required.
• Performs re-inspections; provides intensive follow-up and keeps accurate daily records to ensure resolution of all cases. Submits to supervisor for final review and approval.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of all building codes and inspection/enforcement procedures.
• Ensures timely maintenance of assigned vehicle.
• Performs a variety of routine administrative/office duties as required, which may include but are not limited to preparing reports and correspondence, entering computer data, attending meetings, ordering supplies, answering the telephone, etc.
• Prepares, processes and submits various documents, including daily inspection logs, vehicle mileage log, permits, violation notices, stop work orders, logs, memos, correspondence, etc.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, building official co-workers, County personnel, County Commissioners (VIA County Manager), complainants, property/business owners, contractors, architects, engineers, various community/civic organizations, various other Governmental agencies, vendors and the general public.

 

(These essential functions are not a complete statement of all duties required of the job. Employees will be required to perform such other related job duties as may be assigned or required.)

 

This position requires a high school diploma or GED.  Candidate must meet the eligibility requirements to take the examination for certification as a building code inspector in accordance with Florida Statutes 468.609 and Florida Administrative Code, Rule 61G19-6.017:

• Must make application to the State of Florida within three (3) weeks from date of hire for Provisional Residential Inspector License.
• Must obtain a Provisional Residential Inspector License within ninety (90) days of submittal of application.
• Must obtain a Residential Inspector License within two (2) years of the State approval of the Provisional License. .
• Must possess a valid State Driver's License.

 

The hourly rate for this position is $20.0376 – $40.5819 (DOQ). The County provides a comprehensive benefits program and participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and has a 3% employee contribution requirement. Voluntary supplemental 457 deferred compensation retirement is also available. For additional benefit information, visit: https://www.nassaucountyfl.com/243/Employee-Benefits.

 

Nassau County is a Drug Free Workplace; Nassau County values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and that the County supports the hiring of returning service members, military spouses, and their family members as such this position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference in accordance with applicable laws.