EXPANDED SCOPE

FOR

CHIEF BUILDING INSPECTOR OC & PR 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

PLUMBING INSPECTOR OC 3, 6, 7

1. BUILDING CONSTRUCTION AND REHABILITATION - These questions test for knowledge of the various methods and materials used when constructing or renovating various types of buildings and their components.

2. UNDERSTANDING AND INTERPRETING BUILDING PLANS AND REQUIREMENTS - These questions test for the ability to read, analyze and perform computations based on technical drawings and written technical material related to building facilities and projects. All the information needed to answer the questions will be presented in the written material and/or drawings.

3. UNDERSTANDING AND INTERPRETING CODES AND ORDINANCES - These questions test for the ability to read and analyze various codes and requirements. Candidates will be provided with written selections related to code provisions (mainly dealing with zoning, housing and property management issues) and will be asked questions based on those reading passages. All the information needed to answer the questions will be presented in the written selections. Candidates will not be required to have any special knowledge related to the content areas covered in the reading selections.

4. ADMINISTRATIVE SUPERVISION - These questions test for knowledge of the principles and practices involved in directing the activities of a large subordinate staff, including subordinate supervisors. Questions relate to the personal interactions between an upper level supervisor and his/her subordinate supervisors in the accomplishment of objectives. These questions cover such areas as assigning work to and coordinating the activities of several units, establishing and guiding staff development programs, evaluating the performance of subordinate supervisors, and maintaining relationships with other organizational sections.

5. ADMINISTRATION - These questions test for knowledge of the managerial functions involved in directing an organization or an organizational segment. These questions cover such areas as: developing objectives and formulating policies; making decisions based on the context of the administrator's position and authority; forecasting and planning; organizing; developing personnel; coordinating and informing; guiding and leading; testing and evaluating; and budgeting.

6. INSPECTION PROCEDURES AND PRINCIPLES - These questions test for knowledge of the appropriate practices and methods to use when inspecting various types of building facilities and projects; including proper adherence to plans and codes; dealing with residents, owners, and contractors; and inspection record keeping.

7. PLUMBING PLANS, INSTALLATIONS, PRACTICES, MATERIALS, AND TOOLS - These questions test for the ability to read, analyze, and perform computations based on plumbing related diagrams and plans and for knowledge of the tools, materials, and methods used when installing or repairing residential and commercial plumbing-related appurtenances.

The New York State Department of Civil Service has not prepared a test guide for this examination. However, candidates may find information in the publication 'General Guide to Written Tests' helpful in preparing for this test. This publication is available on line at: https://www.cs.ny.gov/testing/testguides.cfm.

USE OF CALCULATORS IS ALLOWED

6/13/20