Share Email Opening Title Senior Building Inspector  EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   About the Organization Traditional, hardworking, family-oriented - the cornerstones of Midwestern culture are alive and well, but there's something a little different about Kaukauna. Time-honored values are counterbalanced by an open-minded approach to problem-solving, identifying solutions, and planning for the future. While the city supports a simple life - sweet and uncomplicated - the door remains open for 'the simple life' to evolve with each generation. Today, the City of Kaukauna is home to over 16,000 people with its own full-time Police, Fire and Rescue services and a municipally owned electric and water utility - Kaukauna Utilities. Kaukauna boasts a 350-acre Industrial Park Network, complete with rail and heavy truck access. Beyond playgrounds, parks and trails, Kaukauna is a 'Bird City' with more than 450 acres of protected greenspace and popular public nature programming, including Eagle Days. Our proximity to the Fox River affords our residents with numerous recreational opportunities such as the Historic Grignon Mansion, the 1000 Islands Environmental Center, sports fields, a public swimming pool, and a public library. City-sponsored events held in the Central Business District include a weekly outdoor music series - Live! from Hydro Park, Fox Firecracker 5k Run/Walk, and the Downtown Farmer's Market June through October. With such a variety of activities available, it should not come as a surprise that Kaukauna is also known as 'The Friendly City.'   Position Senior Building Inspector   Description The Senior Building Inpsector enforces the City's building codes, reviews applications for building permits for compliance with all applicable and zoning codes, issues building permits, inpsects for compliance, and issues occupancy permits. This position has municipal police powers to issue citations for building code violations as well as for municipal nuisances related to land use issues. Serve as City's primary commercial, commercial electrical and residential building inspector. Review building plans and site submittals for compliance with all applicable local and state building codes and zoning ordinances. Inspect building construction for compliance with local zoning and state and local building codes, and issue occupancy permits where applicable. Support the Planning and Community Development Department with zoning and site plan review. Provide techincial assistance to the City's Plan Commission, Buisness and Industrial Park Commission, Board of Appeals, Building Construction Board of Review, Fire Inspections and Kaukauna Common Council. Assist the Fire Department with fire inspections and compliance/follow-up on Fire Code violations. Administer and conduct associated inspections of the Municipal Sign Ordinance. Monitor complaints and issue orders to ensure code compliance for public health, safety and welfare. Provide liaison duties with county health officials towards housing and other health related issues. Assists City departments with their annual budget. Perform other duties as assigned.   Position Requirements Requires UDC certification in all trades, construction, electrical and HVAC and State of Wisconsin commercial and commercial electrical certifications. Requires a minimum of three years of responsible building inpsection work in all trade ares for industrial, commercial, and residential property; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Considerable knowledge of zoning and housing codes. Considerable knowledge of laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations; practices; procedures; methods and equipment pertaining to building and construction work. Ability to inspect and detect violations of assigned codes and ordinances. Ability to read and interpret architectural plans and specifications. Ability to perform administrative duties which includes budget and paperwork responsibility. Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing to develop and maintain effective public and employee relations, respond to inquiries and complaints, and prepare and maintain accurate records and reports. Basic understanding of computers and software for the administration of building inspection programs.   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt   Shift Days   Compensation $69,508 to $80,000 per year   Benefits Health, Dental and Life Insurance, Wisconsin Retirement System, Vacation, Holiday and Sick Pay, Residency Incentive, Deferred Compensation Progam   Open Date 7/10/2020   Close Date 8/28/2020     This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://CityofKaukauna.appone.com

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