Code Enforcement Inspector (NY HELPS Program) City of Albany NYCode Enforcement Inspector (NY HELPS Program)Albany, NY$49,277–$53,801 / yearFULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS : • Good knowledge and understanding of local ordinances and regulat ions relating to the buildings, maintenance of premises and zoning restrictions; • Good knowledge of the State Building Code, Fire Code, Property Maintenance Code and Multiple Residence Law; • Good knowledge of personal computers and office equipment; Page 2 of 3 • Good int erpersonal skills; • Sound motor skills; • Ability to assess and analyze situations as they arise and to timely recall laws and regulations and make appropriate decisions based upon sound judgment and knowledge of existing laws; • Ability to create and generate reports clearly and concisely in written and oral form; • Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relations with the public; • Ability to maintain good working relationships with administration and staff; • Willingness to perform field inspections under adve rse weather conditions; • Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. o Albany County o Rensselaer County o Schenectady County o Saratoga County o Greene County o Columbia County o Schoharie County City of Albany Municipal Civil Service Commission Classification: Competitive Revised: 12/18/2024 Page 1 of 3 CODE ENFORCEMENT INSPECTOR DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS : This is work involving the inspection of existing buildings and property for compliance with the Albany City Code, the Building Code of New York State, the Fire Code of New York State, the Residential Code of New York State, the Property Maintenance Code of New York State, the Multiple Residence Law of New York State and other laws, rules and regulations relating to construction and property maintenance for residential dwelling units and properties, as well as commercial premises and public assembly spaces.
Building Inspector (NY HELPS Program) City of Albany NYBuilding Inspector (NY HELPS Program)Albany, NY$57,018–$61,952 / yearTYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES : (Illustrative Only) Inspects buildin gs and structures at various stages of construction or repair and upon completion for compliance with approved plans and specifications and all applicable codes and laws; Reviews, checks and passes on plans and specifications submitted with building permit applications for compliance with applicable zoning and building codes and laws and recommends to the Director as to issuance of building permits and prescribed certificates; Investigates complaints, recommends and assists in prosecuting violations of the building code; Maintains records of all inspections, certificates of compliance and/or notification of violation in an automated information system; Keeps records and files reviews and copies of plans submitted with application for permit; Enters and retri eves information in an automated information system; Performs related work as required. FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Thorough knowledge of modern practices, principles, materials and tools used in building c onstruction; Good knowledge of requirements of the local building zoning codes; Working knowledge of various building trades, principles of engineering and architecture; Good knowledge of New York State Multiple Residence Law; Ability to establish and mai ntain cooperative relationships with others; Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications; Good knowledge of personal computers and office equipment; Tact; Good judgement; Physical condition commensurate with the position.