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Class Description
Valid as of: July 1, 2018
This class series uses three levels in the Labor, Trades, and Crafts Occupational Group and describes work in the inspection of structures and equipment or systems to ensure compliance with industry standards, specifications, and regulations required for the safety of citizens. Work includes interpretation of regulations and industry codes, issuance of violation notices, inspection of documents and sites, and granting of permits and certificates of occupancy. Inspections or reviews are distinguished from compliance investigations in that inspections use predetermined regulatory and industry criteria to issue permits or certificates and report deficiencies to be corrected. Typically, any enforcement issues found during the inspection are turned over to investigative entities for formal investigation and legal enforcement action or sanction.
INSPECTOR I (D9C1XX)
Concept of Class
This class describes the fully-operational compliance inspector. The focus of inspections is on compliance with statutory rules and regulations as opposed to licensed or certified trades, such as, but not limited to, protection from substandard products, accuracy of measuring devices, installation and inspection of facilities and signage. Positions operate independently in performing the full range of compliance inspections. Work requires determining solutions to the full range of practical problems. Judgment is used on an ongoing basis to select and apply the most appropriate guidelines and adapt them to develop work procedures that accomplish the tasks. Positions may serve as a resource to others. Some assignments will not move beyond this level.
Factors
Allocation must be based on meeting all of the three factors as described below.
Decision Making
The decisions regularly made are at the operational level, as described here. Within limits set by the specific compliance process, choices involve deciding what operation is required to carry out the process. This includes determining how the operation will be completed. By nature, data needed to make decisions are numerous and variable so reasoning is needed to develop the practical course of action within the established process. Choices are within a range of specified, acceptable standards, alternatives, and technical practices.
Complexity
The nature of, and need for, analysis and judgment is patterned, as described here. Positions study information to determine what it means and how it fits together in order to get practical solutions to problems and tasks. Guidelines in the form of specified processes, techniques, and methods exist for most situations. Judgment is needed in locating and selecting the most appropriate of these guidelines which may change for varying circumstances as the task is repeated. This selection and interpretation of guidelines involves choosing from alternatives where all are correct but one is better than another depending on the given circumstances of the situation.
Line/Staff Authority
The direct field of influence the work of a position has on the organization is as an individual contributor. The individual contributor may explain work processes and train others. The individual contributor may serve as a resource or guide by advising others on how to use processes within a system or as a member of a collaborative problem-solving team. This level may include positions performing supervisory elements that do not fully meet the criteria for the next level in this factor.
INSPECTOR II (D9C2XX)
Concept of Class
This class describes the fully-operational single trade inspector or compliance inspector supervisor. In addition to statutory rules and regulations, trade inspectors apply standards and codes of a trade in inspecting installation of systems or construction of structures, including issuing certificates of occupancy. Also included are those positions that perform inspections of internal construction projects at state facilities that may involve multiple trades, including reviewing change orders and contractor’s requests for payment. Positions operate independently in performing the full range of trades inspections. Work requires determining solutions to the full range of practical problems.
Judgment is used on an ongoing basis to select and apply the most appropriate guidelines and adapt them to develop work procedures that accomplish the tasks. Some positions serve as a resource to others. Some assignments will not move beyond this level. Supervisors exercise direct, formal control over assigned compliance inspection staff. Work includes accountability for actions and decisions impacting the pay, status, and tenure of others. Licensure or certification in a single trade is required, such as uniform building code, state or national electrical code, uniform and international plumbing code, uniform and international mechanical code, national boiler and pressure vessel code, or HUD construction codes and standards. This class differs from the Inspector I in concept and possibly on Complexity and Line/Staff Authority.
Factors
Allocation must be based on meeting all of the three factors as described below.
Decision Making
The decisions regularly made are at the operational level, as described here. Within limits set by the trade codes and inspection process, choices involve deciding what operation is required to carry out the process. This includes determining how the operation will be completed. By nature, data needed to make decisions are numerous and variable so reasoning is needed to develop the practical course of action within the established process. Choices are within a range of specified, acceptable standards, alternatives, and technical practices as defined by the trade and the inspection process.
Complexity
The nature of, and need for, analysis and judgment is patterned, as described here. Supervisory positions study information to determine what it means and how it fits together in order to get practical solutions to problems and tasks. Guidelines in the form of specified processes, techniques, and methods exist for most situations. Judgment is needed in locating and selecting the most appropriate of these guidelines which may change for varying circumstances as the task is repeated. This selection and interpretation of guidelines involves choosing from alternatives where all are correct but one is better than another depending on the given circumstances of the situation.
OR
The nature of, and need for, analysis and judgment is formulative, as described here. Non-supervisory, trade inspection positions evaluate the relevance and importance of concepts and principles of the trade in order to tailor them to develop a different approach or plan to fit specific circumstances. While general policy, precedent, or non- specific practices exist, they are inadequate and are therefore relevant only through approximation or analogy. In conjunction with concepts and principles, positions use judgment and resourcefulness in tailoring the existing guidelines so they can be applied to particular circumstances and to deal with emergencies.
Line/Staff Authority
The direct field of influence the work of a position has on the organization is as an individual contributor or unit supervisor. The individual contributor may explain work processes and train others. The individual contributor may serve as a resource or guide by advising others on how to use processes within a system or as a member of a collaborative problem-solving team. This level may
include positions performing supervisory elements that do not fully meet the criteria for the next level in this factor. Individual contributor positions must possess the formulative level of Complexity.
OR
The direct field of influence the work of a position has on the organization is as a unit supervisor. The unit supervisor is accountable, including signature authority, for actions and decisions that directly impact the pay, status, and tenure of three or more full-time equivalent positions. At least one of the subordinate positions must be in the same series or at a comparable conceptual level. The elements of formal supervision must include providing documentation to support recommended corrective and disciplinary actions, signing performance plans and appraisals, and resolving information grievances. Positions start the hiring process, interview applicants, and recommend hire, promotion, or transfer.
INSPECTOR III (D9C3XX)
Concept of Class
This class describes the fully-operational multiple-trades inspector or supervisor over single-trade inspectors. In addition to statutory rules and regulations, inspectors apply standards and codes of multiple trades in inspecting installations of systems or construction of structures, including issuing certificates of occupancy. Positions operate independently in performing the full range of multiple trades inspections. Work requires determining solutions to the full range of practical problems. Judgment is used on an ongoing basis to select and apply the most appropriate guidelines and adapt them to develop work procedures that accomplish the tasks. Licensure or certification is required in multiple trades (examples in Inspector II). The purpose and results of multiple-trades inspections at this level is to inspect and regulate external entities, which is different from construction inspections of contractors working on projects at state facilities. Also included in this class are supervisors who exercise direct, formal control over assigned single trade inspection staff. Work includes accountability for actions and decisions impacting the pay, status, and tenure of others. Such supervisory positions may require licensure/certification in a single trade. This class differs from the Inspector II in concept and on Decision Making, and possibly Complexity and Line/Staff Authority.
Factors
Allocation must be based on meeting all of the three factors as described below.
Decision Making
The decisions regularly made are at the process level, as described here. Within limits set by the standards and codes of multiple, distinct trades, the agency’s available technology and resources, and program objectives and regulations established by a higher management level, choices involve determining the process, including designing the set of operations. The general pattern, program, or system exists but must be individualized. This individualization requires analysis of data that is complicated by the multiple trades involved. Analysis is breading the problem or case into parts, examining these parts, and reaching conclusions that result in work processes. This examination requires the application of known and established principles, conceptual models, industry standards and codes, and precedents involving a number of distinct trades in order to determine their relationship to the problem. New processes or objectives require approval of higher management or the agency with authority and accountability for the program or system.
Complexity
The nature of, and need for, analysis and judgment is formulative, as described here. Positions evaluate the relevance and importance of multiple trade concepts and principles in order to tailor them to develop a different approach or plan to fit specific circumstances. While general policy, precedent, or non-specific practices exist, they are inadequate and are therefore relevant only through approximation or analogy. In conjunction with concepts and principles, positions use judgment and resourcefulness in tailoring the existing guidelines so they can be applied to particular circumstances and to deal with emergencies.
Line/Staff Authority
The direct field of influence the work of a position has on the organization is as an individual contributor or unit supervisor. The individual contributor may explain work processes and train others. The individual contributor may serve as a resource or guide by advising others on how to use processes within a system or as a member of a collaborative problem-solving team. This level may
include positions performing supervisory elements that do not fully meet the criteria for the next level in this factor.
OR
The direct field of influence the work of a position has on the organization is as a unit supervisor over single trade inspectors. The unit supervisor is accountable, including signature authority, for actions and decisions that directly impact the pay, status, and tenure of three or more full-time equivalent positions. At least one of the subordinate positions must be in the Inspector II class. The elements of formal supervision must include providing documentation to support recommended corrective and disciplinary actions, signing performance plans and appraisals, and resolving information grievances. Positions start the hiring process, interview applicants, and recommend hire, promotion, or transfer.
Entrance Requirements
Minimum entry requirements and general competencies for classes in this series are contained in the State of Colorado Department of Personnel website. For purposes of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the essential functions of specific positions are identified in the position description questionnaires and job analyses.
History of Changes Made to Class Description
The following is a summary of changes made to this class description.
- Effective July 1, 2018
Update the Class Code of D9C1TX to D9C1XX per administrative updates.
- June 30, 2015
Updated and removed the purpose of contact.
- Effective July 1, 2000
Boiler Inspector (D3C2), Building Official (D4D2), Housing Inspector (D4J2), Oil Inspector (D4K2-3) abolished as part of the LTC consolidation study. Draft published 3/31/1999, proposed 5/24/1999, and final 7/1/1999.
- Effective July 1, 1999
LTC consolidation study consolidated Roadside Advertising Inspector (D1M), Construction Inspector (D2B), Boiler Inspector (D4C), Building Official (D4D), Electrical Inspectors (D4G1- D4G2), Housing Inspector (D4J2), Oil Inspector (D4K2-D4K3), Plumbing Inspectors (D4L1-D4L2) consolidated into one series (D9C). Housing Inspector Intern (H4J1) and Oil Inspector Intern (D4K1) abolished as a vacant classes.
- Effective April 1, 1997
Boiler Inspector Intern (D4C1) abolished in annual elimination of vacant classes. Published proposed 3/21/1997.
- Effective April 1, 1994
Building Official Intern (D4D1) abolished in annual elimination of vacant classes. Published proposed 3/21/1997.
- Effective September 1, 1993
Job Evaluation System Revision project. Published as proposed 5/24/1993 or 6/1/1993 (Construction Inspector).
- Revised July 1, 1990
Changed class code, title, grade, and created range A on Safety Inspector (A7230) and Safety Inspector (A7282).
- Revised March 1, 1987
Changed relationship on Plumbing Inspector I (A7030). Changed relationship and nature of work on Plumbing Inspector II (A7032). Changed relationship, nature of work, and entrance requirements for Electrical Inspector I and II ( A7034 and A7036).
- Revised February 1, 1987
Changed class code, nature of work, and entrance requirements on Construction Inspector (A4875).
- Revised December 1, 1986
Reinstated Construction Inspector class (A4875). Changed class code, title, relationship, and entrance requirements of Roadside Advertising Inspector (A4589).
- Revised February 1, 1986
Changed class code, relationship, and entrance requirements on Housing Inspector A and Division of Housing Inspector B (A4930 and A4932).
- Created April 1, 1985
Plumbing Inspector I and II (A7030 and A7032).
- Revised July 1, 1982
Changed grade and relationship on Division of Housing Inspector A and B (A4930-A4932).
- Revised July 1, 1980
Revised 7/1/80. Added range C and changed entrance requirements on Oil Inspector IA through IC (A7212-A7214). Added options, changed relationship and entrance requirement of Oil Inspector II (A7216).
- Revised May 1, 1979
Changed class code and entrance requirements on Safety Inspector B (A7282).
- Created July 1, 1977
Construction Inspector (A4875).
- Revised November 1, 1976
Changed nature of work on Safety Inspector B (A7282).
- Revised July 1, 1976
Changed relationship on Division of Housing Inspector B (A4932).
- Revised June 1, 1976
Changed title, nature of work, and entrance requirements of Roadside Advertising Inspector (A4589).
- Created July 1, 1975
Oil Inspector IA through IC and II (A7212-A7216); Division of Housing Inspector A and B (A4930 and A4932); Electrical Inspectors I and II (A7034 to A7036); Safety Inspector B (A7282).
- Created January 1, 1975
Roadside Advertising Inspector (A4589).
Summary of Factor Ratings
| Class Level | Decision Making | Complexity | Line/Staff Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspector I | Operational | Patterned | Individual Contributor |
| Inspector II | Operational | Patterned or Formulative | Individual Contributor or Unit Supervisor |
| Inspector III | Process | Formulative | Individual Contributor or Unit Supervisor |
Minimum Qualifications
Valid as of: November 9, 2023
This document includes the following levels:
| Class Title | Class Code |
|---|---|
| Inspector I | D9C1XX |
| Inspector II | D9C2XX |
| Inspector III | D9C3XX |
INSPECTOR I (D9C1XX)
Experience Only:
Three (3) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to three (3) years.
INSPECTOR II (D9C2XX)
Education/Licensure/Certification/Experience:
- Current, valid Colorado State certification or license in a trade related to the work assigned to the position
- Four (4) years of experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position
Substitutions:
Appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
INSPECTOR III (D9C3XX)
Education/Licensure/Certification/Experience:
- Current, valid Colorado State certification or license in a trade related to the work assigned to the position
- Five (5) years of experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position, one (1) of which must have been as an inspector in a field appropriate to the work assignment
Substitutions:
Appropriate education will substitute for the required general experience on a year-for-year basis, but not the one (1) year of inspection experience.
History of Changes Made to Minimum Qualification
The following is a summary of changes made to this minimum qualification.
- Nov. 9, 2023 (D9C1XX)
Updated minimum qualifications to align with the Skills-based Hiring initiative.
- Nov. 9, 2023 (Whole Document)
New format (updating to adhere to accessibility standards).
- July 1, 2018 (D9C1TX changed to D9C1XX)
Review and correction of the classification codes to align with the 2018-19 pay plan and compensation grades approved by the CHRO.
- Nov. 7, 2017 (D9C2XX, D9C3XX)
Made formatting changes.
- Oct 30, 2017 (D9C2XX, D9C3XX)
Added, “Colorado State” in front of the certification/licensure requirement for clarification.
- Oct 18, 2017 (Whole Document)
- Removed ‘professional’ language from required experience, as it was not in the original MQs
- Made grammatical changes
- Aug. 2, 2017 (D9C1TX)
Added education substitution.
- July 1, 2017 (D9C2XX, D9C3XX)
Standardized language and made the substitution statements consistent with a year-for-year methodology.
- July 1, 2017 (Whole Document)
- Part of the 2017 MQ Project
- New Format
- Standardized language regarding education and experience requirements
- Conditions of employment (COEs) have been removed from the minimum qualifications statement. COEs are position specific, and should be documented in the position description (PD) and job analysis. Further, all COEs should be placed in the Conditions of Employment section of the job announcement.