Public Works Construction Inspector I

Public Works Construction Inspector I

Salary

$24.04 - $38.44 Hourly

Location

126 N. St. Andrews Street, Dothan, AL

Job Type

FULL TIME

Job Number

335-26-04

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

08/03/2026

Closing Date

8/14/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

This position is responsible for inspecting construction sites for compliance with city codes and project specifications.

Major Duties

• Provides supervision of public works and subdivision construction projects by performing on-site inspections, reviewing plans, addressing plan discrepancies and issues of non-compliance, and meeting with contractors.
• Inspects asphalt paving projects (resurfacing, patching, etc.) on City maintained roads and subdivision construction projects.
• Inspects city-owned bridges and assists in maintaining related records; records and enters data into the FHWA bridge maintenance database.
• Maintains construction records and quantities to verify contractor monthly pay requests.
• Conducts on-site observation of field testing of materials by state-certified testing laboratory representatives on concrete, asphalt, and other materials; oversees contractor pressure testing of sanitary sewers and potable water mains.
• Performs final walk-through inspections to ensure all city standards have been met.
• Meets with engineers to report on construction projects.
• Responds to questions and concerns from the public and contractors.
• Coordinates with business and residential customers regarding connections to the City storm drain system and develops cost estimates.
• Assists in performing and maintaining records of dry weather screenings of creeks and stormwater overflows. Assist in identifying illicit discharges and follow up inspections until resolved as part of the MS4 programs.
• Assists in maintaining/updating the City's Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit.
• Performs stormwater, detention pond, and other inspections and maintains related records. Contacts business owners and homeowner associations (HOA) to ensure any deficiencies are addressed.
• Provides technical assistance to staff by conducting inspections, gathering data, and preparing related reports.
• Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of installing and/or inspecting the construction of storm water structures, drainage pipes, and ditches.
• Knowledge of installing and/or inspecting the construction and installation of public utilities (potable water and sanitary sewer).
• Knowledge of construction site inspection principles.
• Knowledge of the methods, tools, equipment, and materials used in public works construction.
• Knowledge of Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) bridge program regulations.
• Knowledge of National Pollutant Discharged Elimination System (NPDES) system regulations.
• Knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, city ordinances, and department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of asphalt paving methods and applications.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in conducting construction site inspections.
• Skill in gathering and recording site data.
• Skill in problem solving, prioritizing, and planning.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

A Civil Engineer assigns work in terms of very general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include city subdivision regulations, ALDOT specifications and regulations, the ALDOT bridge coding guide, project plans, MUTCD guidelines, and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of varied construction inspection duties. Strict regulations and the unique nature of each project contribute to the complexity of the work.
• The purpose of this position is to inspect construction projects. Successful performance ensures compliance with all relevant standards, specifications, regulations, and laws.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with co-workers, contractors, developers, engineers, testing staff, natural gas company staff, county and state personnel, representatives of the railroad, and the public.
• Contacts are typically to exchange information, negotiate matters, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while standing or walking. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, and utilizes the sense of smell.
• The work is typically performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, and machinery with moving parts. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from a standard senior-high school or GED equivalent, as recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA); and
• Three (3) years recent experience in sitework construction including site grading (mass grading or residential/commercial), excavation, compaction; stormwater structures, ditches, and asphalt paving.
• Three (3) years recent experience in sitework construction of public utilities (potable water and sanitary sewer) preferred.
• ALDOT Bridge Inspection Certification preferred.
• Qualified Credentialed Inspector (QCI) Certification preferred.
• FHWA-NHI-130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges Certification preferred

OR

• Graduation from a standard senior-high school or GED equivalent, as recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA); and

• Three (3) years recent experience inspecting sitework construction including site grading (mass grading or residential/commercial), excavation, compaction; stormwater structures, ditches, and asphalt paving.

• Three (3) years recent experience in sitework construction of public utilities (potable water and sanitary sewer) preferred.

• ALDOT Bridge Inspection Certification preferred.

• Qualified Credentialed Inspector (QCI) Certification preferred.

• FHWA-NHI-130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges Certification preferred.

CONDITION(S) OF EMPLOYMENT/PROMOTION/DEMOTION/TRANSFER

Employees are required to complete/sign the Certification & Conditions of Employment/Promotion/Demotion/Transfer form(s). [See condition(s) for details.]

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• A valid driver license and an acceptable driving record. (PBA 09/10/01)
• Employees are required to obtain/maintain a QCI Stormwater certification within twelve (12) months of the date of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer to this position. (See condition for details.)
• Employees are required to attend the FHWA-NHI-130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges within twelve (12) months of the date of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer to this position. (See conditions for details.)
• Employees are required to obtain/maintain an ALDOT Bridge Inspection certification within five (5) years of the date of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer to this position. (See condition for details.)
• An applicant for this position is subject to various background investigations up to and including a criminal, credit, past employment, and reference checks.
• Employees are required to submit to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with the City of Dothan policy, which includes pre-employment and ransom tests for the duration of employment in this position. (PBA 8/13/12)
• Must meet the City of Dothan's employment physical standards, which include drug/alcohol testing.

Application / Examination

Qualified applicants will be evaluated based on training and experience as documented on their application. This evaluation will comprise 100% of their final grade.

Applicants with a disability who feel they need accommodation should contact the Personnel Department in writing on or before the closing date of this advertisement by emailing jobs@dothan.org.

An Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer

The City of Dothan provides a diverse package of benefit programs:

• Vacation: 12 Vacation Days per calendar year

• Holidays: 12 Paid Holidays per calendar year

• Medical and Dental Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Alabama. Rates vary based on coverage selected

• Retirement Plan: Administered through the Retirement Systems of Alabama

• Life Insurance: Administered through Unum Life. No cost for eligible employees

• Military Leave: up to 21 working days per calendar year with Military Orders

• Direct Deposit: Employees may elect to have their payroll check deposited directly into their bank account

• Employee Health Clinic: Industrial Nurse on duty for work related injuries and minor illnesses

Other benefits include: Cafeteria plan, Credit Union, Deferred Compensation plans, Employee Assistance Program, Physical Fitness Program, Jury Duty Leave and more.....

Note: All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.

01

Supplemental Questions: This information will be used to determine your placement on the employment register and if you meet the basic qualifications as listed on the job posting. Therefore, please give detailed descriptions of your job duties. You must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of the application and the Supplemental Questions. Answer all questions as accurately and with as much detail as possible. Some questions request an explanation to support a "yes" answer. Your explanation should contain experience, education, etc., to show that you do possess whatever skill, knowledge or experience being addressed in the question. Employment and volunteer experiences used to answer any of the questions below must be listed on your application. If you use military experience to meet the experience requirements, do not give dates of your entire tour of duty. Rather, you should indicate on your employment application, the month and year you began performing these duties and the month and year you stopped.

• I have read and understand the above statement and will submit any required verification or supporting documents by the closing date of this advertisement.

02

Which best describes your highest completed level of education? Your education MUST be listed in the education section of your application in order to receive credit.

• None
• High School Diploma / GED
• Technical certificate / Diploma (Trade School / Technical college)
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or higher

03

Check the appropriate field of study for your degree.

• Civil Engineering
• Construction Engineering
• Other - Closely Related
• Other - Non Related
• No degree

04

If you checked "Other" in question #3 above, please list your degree/major/field of study, etc. If not applicable, list "N/A"

05

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience in sitework construction including site grading (mass grading or residential/commercial), excavation, compaction; stormwater structures, ditches, and asphalt paving?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 2.9 years
• 3 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

06

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #5. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

07

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #5. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

08

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience inspecting sitework construction including site grading (mass grading or residential/commercial), excavation, compaction; stormwater structures, ditches, and asphalt paving?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 2.9 years
• 3 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

09

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #8. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

10

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #8. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

11

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience with sitework construction in public utilities (potable water and sanitary sewer)?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 2.9 years
• 3 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

12

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #11. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

13

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #11. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

14

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work in civil engineering related work?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 2.9 years
• 3 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

15

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #14. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

16

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #14. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

17

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience interpreting plans, specifications, and code requirements for contractors and developers?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 2.9 years
• 3 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

18

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #17. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

19

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #17. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

20

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience conducting inspections of bridges including field inspections of all bridge elements and the rating of each?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 2.9 years
• 3 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

21

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #20. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

22

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #20. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

23

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience conducting inspections of street and roadway construction?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 2.9 years
• 3 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

24

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #23. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

25

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #23. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

26

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience determining approximate right-of-way, easements, and boundary lines?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 2.9 years
• 3 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

27

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #26. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

28

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #26. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

29

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience investigating public complaints regarding encroachments, water flooding conditions, and/or poor road conditions?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 2.9 years
• 3 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

30

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #29. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

31

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #29. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

32

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience conducting follow up inspections of public complaints?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 2.9 years
• 3 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

33

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #32. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

34

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #32. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

35

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience with AASHTOWare Bridge Management (BrM)?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 2.9 years
• 3 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

36

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #35. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

37

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #35. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

38

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience with Specifications for the National Bridge Inventory (SNBI) and coding guide?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 2.9 years
• 3 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

39

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #38. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

40

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #38. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

41

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience with long-line asphalt paving and roadway construction?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 2.9 years
• 3 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

42

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #41. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

43

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #41. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

44

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience with concrete construction (sidewalks, curb/curb and gutter)?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 2.9 years
• 3 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

45

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #44. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

46

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #44. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

47

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience with installing stormwater structures (inlets, grates, pipes, flumes, etc.)?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 2.9 years
• 3 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

48

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #47. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

49

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #47. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

50

Do you possess a current/active ALDOT Bridge Inspection certification? In order to receive credit, you must fax certification to (334) 615-3189, submit by mail or in person to the City of Dothan, Personnel Department, 126 N St. Andrews Street, Room 116, Dothan, AL 36303, or by email to jobs@dothan.org.

• Yes
• No

51

Do you possess a current/active QCI Stormwater certification? In order to receive credit, you must fax certification to (334) 615-3189, submit by mail or in person to the City of Dothan, Personnel Department, 126 N St. Andrews Street, Room 116, Dothan, AL 36303, or by email to jobs@dothan.org.

• Yes
• No

52

Do you possess a current/active FHWA-NHI-130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges certification? In order to receive credit, you must fax certification to (334) 615-3189, submit by mail or in person to the City of Dothan, Personnel Department, 126 N St. Andrews Street, Room 116, Dothan, AL 36303, or by email to jobs@dothan.org.

• Yes
• No

53

This position requires you obtain and maintain an ALDOT Bridge Inspector certification in the State of Alabama within five (5) years of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer. Are you willing and able to obtain and maintain this certification?

• Yes
• No

54

This position requires you obtain and maintain a QCI Stormwater certification within twelve (12) months of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer. Are you willing and able to obtain and maintain this certification?

• Yes
• No

55

This position requires you obtain and maintain a FHWA-NHI-130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges certification within twelve (12) months of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer. Are you willing and able to obtain and maintain this certification?

• Yes
• No

56

This is to certify that I have read and understand the Certification of Understanding & Condition of Employment/Promotion/Transfer Form for this position with the City of Dothan, Alabama.

Click here to view form and Policy on Certification of Bridge Inspectors in Alabama.

Failure to check "I Agree/Understand" discontinues the application process. (A signed form will be requested at time of hire, promotion, transfer or demotion.)

• I Agree/Understand
• I Disagree

57

Do you have a valid operator drivers license and an acceptable driving record?

Click here to view the City of Dothans Motor Vehicle Policy.

• Yes
• No

58

Note: Before submitting your application, be sure to review your application for completeness and accuracy. Your examination score will be based on the information you have provided on your application and this supplemental questionnaire. Failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in your application being rejected or receiving a lower score. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete employment information to include the name of your employer, your official job title, dates of employment (from-to, month/year), hours worked per week, and a detailed description of your duties for each job listed on your application. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the application or supplemental questionnaire.

• I understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected or receiving a lower examination score.

59

I understand that once my application has been submitted for this specific position that I WILL NOT be able to make any changes to it. Any changes to my master application will only be reflected in any future positions for which I may apply. Should I desire to have updated information included for this specific position I should contact the Personnel/Human Resources office at (334) 615-3180 for assistance.

• Yes
• No

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Employer City of Dothan

Address 126 North Saint Andrews Street

Room 116

Dothan, Alabama, 36303

Phone 334.615.3180

Website http://www.dothan.org