City and County of San Francisco

Under general supervision, inspects the use, condition, and construction of streets, sidewalks, trench excavations and repair projects to ensure compliance with federal, state, and municipal codes, specifications, regulations, permits, and plans; inspects building exteriors and lots visible from the public right of way that may constitute a public nuisance.

This is a journey-level position that has responsibility for enforcement of codes, regulations and ordinances relative to the use and safety of the public right of way and, where appropriate, enforce blighted conditions visible from the public right of way.  It is distinguished from the 6231 Senior Street Inspector by its lower level of responsibility and lack of supervisory duties. It is distinguished from the 6229 Street Inspector Trainee by the structured training program requirements and the transitioning nature of the trainee class.

None.

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Performs site inspections of streets, sidewalks, trench excavations, and utility repair projects including inspecting the general condition or defects of streets and sidewalks; inspecting permit use for obstructions such as news racks, flower stands, restaurant furniture encroachments, produce stands, building construction, or other obstructions to paths of travel, especially with regard to compliance with the Americans with Disability Act and Title 24; inspecting excavation sites or sewer projects and utility companies to ensure that proper shoring practices and traffic and pedestrian safety procedures are followed.

2. Inspects the placement of signs, flyers, or notices within the public right-of-way; inspecting the placement or storage of refuse receptacles either on or visible from the public right-of-way.

3. Reads and interprets permits, plans and specifications to determine if condition and use of street, sidewalk, excavation, or repair projects are in compliance with codes, regulations, ordinances, and permit conditions.

4. Enforces codes, regulations and ordinances by notifying responsible parties of the need to repair sidewalks or maintain structures and lots on their property; of non-compliance with permit use and of violations of health and safety codes and regulations, Title 24, or ADA mandates; performing follow-up inspections to ensure compliance.

5. Investigates requests, inquiries, and claims related to public right-of-way, encroachment, permit use, appearance/condition of buildings, structures, or lots and public safety.

6. Writes reports and correspondences such as field reports, inspections records, notifications for corrective action, letters, warnings, citations, meeting documentation, and preparing diagrams and reports regarding findings of investigations; using a computer for report-writing, correspondence, and data entry and retrieval.

7. Exterior inspections of buildings, structures, and lots that would be classified as a public nuisance such as deteriorated painted structures, broken windows, deteriorated awnings, graffiti, accumulated litter or debris, overgrown vegetation and other quality of life issues.

8. Communicates orally with a variety of people in meetings, conferences, hearings, and on the phone as well as in person with contractors, utility company representatives, property owners, permit holders, business owners, other City agencies, and the general public.

9. Provides depositions and testimony in court proceedings as a City representative.

10. Performs mathematical calculations including percentage, slope, area, and volume related to construction, maps, plans, and drawings.

11. Operates a motor vehicle in the course of making site visits or attending meetings.

Knowledge of: Inspection practices and procedures for construction, maintenance, use, and repair of the public right-of-way; and safety procedures including an understanding of occupational hazards and procedures for accident prevention such as trench shoring, traffic and pedestrian safety requirements, and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Ability and Skill to: Interpret, apply, and enforce codes, specifications, ordinances and regulations; promote, establish, and maintain effective working relationships; communicate effectively with a variety of people and groups; to exercise independent judgment and self-initiative for problem solving; write field reports, notifications and citations for corrective action, correspondences using a computer; perform basic mathematical calculations; and operate a motor vehicle; walk long distances and stand for extended periods of time, work in adverse weather conditions, and drive a vehicle to project sites and meetings.

Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license.

These minimum qualifications are to be used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which may be required for employment in the class.  Although these minimum qualifications are typical of the class, additional minimum qualifications and special conditions may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the job announcement.

Education:

Experience: Three (3) years of experience in construction related to streets, roadways and sidewalks; or in code enforcement affecting the public right-of-way; or in permit issuance; or construction materials testing; or plan checking related to construction, maintenance or use of the public right-of-way.

Substitution: Completion of the City and County of San Francisco 6229 Street Inspector Trainee Program may be substituted for the required experience.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

The nature of the work will require exposure to inclement weather conditions and will require exposure to hazardous materials and/or conditions found on construction sites and in an urban environment. Work on nights, weekends and/or holidays may be required.

All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.