SIGN INSPECTOR 5155

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general supervision, an employee in this class performs technical work inspecting construction plans, alterations and installation of all signs within a town in order to ascertain compliance with local codes and ordinances. Duties are carried out with considerable independence, and work is reviewed by supervisors through oral and written reports and physical reinspection where necessary. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Reviews construction plans of signs before construction to ensure conformance with local codes;

Inspects newly completed as well as existing signs for code compliance;

Investigates complaints regarding sign violations;

Assists applicants in the preparation of sign permits;

Periodically inspects for, and enforces permit renewal;

Occasionally meets with sign company representatives to discuss manufacture, use and display of signs within a town.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the various types of signs and the methods of their construction; good knowledge of existing codes and regulations governing signs and their installation in a particular township; ability to recognize faulty sign construction or installation; ability to read and interpret sign plans and to recognize deviations from such plans in the completed signs; ability to enforce codes and regulations in a firm tactful and impartial manner; ability to keep records and make written and oral reports; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a standard senior high school, vocational school or possession of a high school diploma, and one (1) year of experience in sign or building construction work.

NOTE: Experience will be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

At the time of appointment and during employment in this title, employees will be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.

All employees hired after January 1, 1985 must successfully complete the required basic training program entitled Minimum Standards for Code Enforcement Personnel, established by the State of New York Fire Fighting and Code Enforcement Personnel Standards and Education Commission. The program must be completed in the appropriate time period as specified in the regulations, and upon completion, the required in-service training programs must be attended as scheduled.

R11/21/96

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

Review 7/23/15