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Planning Inspector I - SR-16
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County of Hawai`i
Hilo, HI (In Person)
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Job Description
JOB Inspects and assess uses, sites, buildings, and structures for compliance with State and County land use laws, ordinances, rules, and permits; issues citations for non-compliance; and performs other related duties as required.
There are two (2) immediate permanent full-time vacancies with the Planning Department - Administrative Permits Division in Hilo. May be eligible to receive a $3,000 Recruitment Incentive. Conditions apply.
Certain Planning Inspector I positions are career ladder positions. The next level in the series is Planning Inspector II, SR-19, $4,933/month. Persons hired into career ladder positions must meet minimum qualifications for the next level in the career ladder series, perform work at the higher level, and meet performance requirements to move to the next level in the career ladder series.
The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.
Researches and gathers information through on-site inspections, interviews, examinations of files and records within the department and outside sources.
Reviews plans, specifications, and compiled data to ascertain whether violations exist and to determine nature and extent of violations.
Checks uses of sites and buildings, and conformance to land use development standards such as off-street parking, heights, setbacks, spacing, and bulk of structures.
Collaborates with other departmental staff on matters related to the inspection of uses, sites, buildings, and structures in existence or in the process of construction and alteration and to its compliance with zoning and subdivision codes, coastal zone management regulations, conditions of approvals, approved plans and specifications, departmental rules and policies, etc.
Consults with other County departments and agencies for expertise on potential violation issues within their area of expertise (i.e., engineering grading, Building Code violations, etc.)Makes referrals to other County Departments and agencies for possible violations outside of the Planning Department's authority.
Discusses findings and recommendations with superiors and other staff as needed.
Meets with violators to explain required remedial action, possible penalties under the law, appeal rights, and policies and procedures in applying for variances in land use.
Drafts and prepares correspondence related to the case.
Follows up on cases and provides periodic periods of grace to effect required corrective actions.
Initiates action to enforce compliance with the law.
Assists Corporation Counsel, Prosecuting Attorney, and other governmental agencies by providing pertinent information concerning cases as well as testifying at hearings and in court.
Prepares correspondence, generates informational materials, and replies to inquiries from the public.
Keeps abreast of revisions to pertinent State and County laws, codes, rules, the general plan, maps, and departmental policies and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Veterans applying for veteran's preference points shall also scan and attach their DD-214 form and as needed, their VA claim letter to the on-line application.
You will receive a confirmation email upon successfully submitting your application. Failure to receive this confirmation email, indicates that your application was not submitted.
There are two (2) immediate permanent full-time vacancies with the Planning Department - Administrative Permits Division in Hilo. May be eligible to receive a $3,000 Recruitment Incentive. Conditions apply.
Certain Planning Inspector I positions are career ladder positions. The next level in the series is Planning Inspector II, SR-19, $4,933/month. Persons hired into career ladder positions must meet minimum qualifications for the next level in the career ladder series, perform work at the higher level, and meet performance requirements to move to the next level in the career ladder series.
The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Research and Investigation:
Investigates complaints and alleged violations of State and County laws relating to land use codes and of programs implemented by the Planning Department.Researches and gathers information through on-site inspections, interviews, examinations of files and records within the department and outside sources.
Reviews plans, specifications, and compiled data to ascertain whether violations exist and to determine nature and extent of violations.
Checks uses of sites and buildings, and conformance to land use development standards such as off-street parking, heights, setbacks, spacing, and bulk of structures.
Collaborates with other departmental staff on matters related to the inspection of uses, sites, buildings, and structures in existence or in the process of construction and alteration and to its compliance with zoning and subdivision codes, coastal zone management regulations, conditions of approvals, approved plans and specifications, departmental rules and policies, etc.
Consults with other County departments and agencies for expertise on potential violation issues within their area of expertise (i.e., engineering grading, Building Code violations, etc.)Makes referrals to other County Departments and agencies for possible violations outside of the Planning Department's authority.
Case Management:
Maintains files and records of all complaints and violations to include illustrative charts, maps, diagrams, photographs, written findings, and recommendations.Discusses findings and recommendations with superiors and other staff as needed.
Meets with violators to explain required remedial action, possible penalties under the law, appeal rights, and policies and procedures in applying for variances in land use.
Drafts and prepares correspondence related to the case.
Follows up on cases and provides periodic periods of grace to effect required corrective actions.
Initiates action to enforce compliance with the law.
Assists Corporation Counsel, Prosecuting Attorney, and other governmental agencies by providing pertinent information concerning cases as well as testifying at hearings and in court.
Other Duties:
Attends Community, Board, Commission, and County Council meetings, as necessary, to answer questions when called upon.Prepares correspondence, generates informational materials, and replies to inquiries from the public.
Keeps abreast of revisions to pertinent State and County laws, codes, rules, the general plan, maps, and departmental policies and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Please scan and attach these supporting documents to your on-line application, if required: an official college transcript,a valid driver's license,a temporary assignment verification, professional licenses, and/orcertificates.Veterans applying for veteran's preference points shall also scan and attach their DD-214 form and as needed, their VA claim letter to the on-line application.
ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS
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