Plumbing Trade Code Inspection & Enforcement Officer

Duties

Definition of Responsibility
Under general supervision, inspects the construction, repair, and alteration of structures and grounds to ensure compliance with plumbing, gas, and mechanical codes, local laws, code and regulations pertaining to the health, safety, and welfare of the community. Responsible for coordinating with other agencies inspections to resolve any conflicts.

Examples of Essential Duties

• Conducts, and participates in the inspection of plumbing, gas, and mechanical construction, repair, and alteration activities to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, and codes. Conducts, and participates in the inspection of sites for which permit applications have been submitted.
• Conducts, and participates in the investigation of complaints concerning potential plumbing code, gas codes, and mechanical code violations. Advises contractors, property owners, and the public regarding law, code, and regulation compliance measures.
• Prepares cases and testifies at hearings and various court proceedings regarding law and code enforcement matters. 
• Assists the County Attorney in the prosecution of code enforcement cases.
• Maintains records of inspection activities. 
• Prepares written reports. 

Examples of Other Duties

• Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent,

Plus

Ten years of experience in building, electrical, and/or plumbing, gas, mechanical, and erosion sediment in construction, repair, and/or maintenance. (Additional education in construction technology or engineering may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required experience.)

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.  

Requires registration as Master Plumber/Gas Fitter in Baltimore County or possession of a Statewide Master Plumber/Gas Fitter License.   

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position.

Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. 

Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Plumbing Trade Code Inspection & Enforcement Officer 
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.