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City of Madera
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City of Madera
Construction Inspector I/II
APPLY BY: Friday, February 18, 2022
$44,278.44 - $62,437.52 Per Year
The Construction Inspector I/II is an integral part of the City’s Engineering Department, supporting the ongoing development activities in the City of Madera. Construction Inspectors are responsible for making field inspections of a variety of public and private construction projects related to City facilities and private development, ensuring that construction work is completed in conformance with applicable standards, plans, specifications, and City ordinances. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of infrastructure development and improvement best practices, be a team player, and be committed to making our community the best it can be.
QUALIFICATIONS
Construction Inspector I: 2 years of experience in construction, inspection, public works maintenance or the performance of related work and a high school diploma or equivalent. Valid Class C California Drivers License.
Construction Inspector II: 3 years of experience in construction, inspection, paraprofessional engineering or the performance of related work and a high school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by one year of directly related college level course work. Valid Class C California Drivers License.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
Only those applicants who meet the qualification standards of this position by the application filing deadline will be allowed to participate in the examination process. Examination scores determine standing on Civil Service eligibility lists. The City Manager, upon recommendation of the department head, will make the final selection and appointment from the established eligibility list.
The examination process may consist of the following parts: Application Package Review: Qualifying Only; Oral Exam; 100% Weight Value. Candidates must earn a score of 70% or higher to be considered for the eligibility list.
Applicants who require special examination accommodations due to a disability should contact the Human Resources Department five (5) business days prior to any scheduled examination at (559) 661-5401.
Applicants may be eligible for Veteran’s Preference Points (5 points) and should attach a DD214 to their employment application for consideration of this preference.
SALARY
Compensation and benefits for the Construction Inspector I/II position are defined in the
Memorandum of Understanding between the City and the General Bargaining Unit, as well as the City’s
Personnel Rules. The City pays its employees every 2 weeks, or 26 times per year. The bi-weekly
steps for the Construction Inspector I and II positions are listed below.
Step A $1,703.02 $1,881.32
Step B $1,788.09 $1,975.56
Step C $1,877.24 $2,074.39
Step D $1,970.98 $2,177.80
Step E $2,069.81 $2,286.82
Step F $2,173.22 $2,401.44
LIFE INSURANCE
The City provides a $25,000 life and accidental death and dismemberment policy along with $5,000
dependent life. The employee may purchase additional supplemental life insurance for him/herself,
spouse and/or dependents.
MEDICARE
The City contributes an amount equal to 1.45% of the employee’s salary; the employee also
contributes 1.45%.
LONG TERM DISABILITY
This city paid benefit provides up to 2/3-income protection.
BILINGUAL INCENTIVE
English/Spanish for qualifying individuals and positions after passing annual bilingual test.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION
The City offers a paid/vested contribution of 4.2% of base pay to one of two 457 plans offered to
the employee. In addition, the employee may also contribute, though not required.
EDUCATION INCENTIVE
General Bargaining Unit employees will receive a 3% incentive for an approved Bachelor’s Degree.
Incentives are calculated on base pay.
RETIREMENT
The City participates in the CalPERS defined benefit retirement system. Retirement formulas and
contributions are as follows. The terms “Classic Member” and “New Member” are as defined by
CalPERS.
Classic Members employed with the City prior to 10/20/2012
▪ 2.5% at 55 formula, single highest year final compensation
▪ Employee Contribution paid by the employee pre-tax: 3.375%
Tier I Members employed with the City on or after 10/20/2012
▪ 2% at 60 formula, average three year final compensation
▪ Employee Contribution paid by the employee pre-tax: 3.375%
New Members employed with the City on or after 1/1/2013
▪ 2% at 62 formula, average three year final compensation
▪ Employee Contribution paid by the employee pre-tax: 7%
HEALTH INSURANCE
The City contributes a monthly amount for the employee to use to purchase health, dental and vision
coverage. For medical coverage, the City contracts with Anthem Blue Cross or Kaiser. Dental
insurance is through Delta Dental and vision coverage is through Superior.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The City of Madera offers an employee assistance program or employees and dependents that provides
counseling and other services for dealing with life’s challenges at no cost to the employee.
PAID LEAVE
The City of Madera offers a generous paid leave program, including paid holidays, sick leave, and
vacation.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Applications may be obtained from the City’s website www.madera.gov/ apply or by calling the City’s
Human Resources Department at (559)661- 5401. Applications must be submitted to the City’s Human
Department prior to the application deadline. Appointment will be contingent upon an
extensive background check, pre-employment physical and drug screen.
APPLY BY: Friday, February 18, 2022
$44,278.44 - $62,437.52 Per Year
The Construction Inspector I/II is an integral part of the City’s Engineering Department, supporting the ongoing development activities in the City of Madera. Construction Inspectors are responsible for making field inspections of a variety of public and private construction projects related to City facilities and private development, ensuring that construction work is completed in conformance with applicable standards, plans, specifications, and City ordinances. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of infrastructure development and improvement best practices, be a team player, and be committed to making our community the best it can be.
QUALIFICATIONS
Construction Inspector I: 2 years of experience in construction, inspection, public works maintenance or the performance of related work and a high school diploma or equivalent. Valid Class C California Drivers License.
Construction Inspector II: 3 years of experience in construction, inspection, paraprofessional engineering or the performance of related work and a high school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by one year of directly related college level course work. Valid Class C California Drivers License.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
Only those applicants who meet the qualification standards of this position by the application filing deadline will be allowed to participate in the examination process. Examination scores determine standing on Civil Service eligibility lists. The City Manager, upon recommendation of the department head, will make the final selection and appointment from the established eligibility list.
The examination process may consist of the following parts: Application Package Review: Qualifying Only; Oral Exam; 100% Weight Value. Candidates must earn a score of 70% or higher to be considered for the eligibility list.
Applicants who require special examination accommodations due to a disability should contact the Human Resources Department five (5) business days prior to any scheduled examination at (559) 661-5401.
Applicants may be eligible for Veteran’s Preference Points (5 points) and should attach a DD214 to their employment application for consideration of this preference.
SALARY
Compensation and benefits for the Construction Inspector I/II position are defined in the
Memorandum of Understanding between the City and the General Bargaining Unit, as well as the City’s
Personnel Rules. The City pays its employees every 2 weeks, or 26 times per year. The bi-weekly
steps for the Construction Inspector I and II positions are listed below.
Step A $1,703.02 $1,881.32
Step B $1,788.09 $1,975.56
Step C $1,877.24 $2,074.39
Step D $1,970.98 $2,177.80
Step E $2,069.81 $2,286.82
Step F $2,173.22 $2,401.44
LIFE INSURANCE
The City provides a $25,000 life and accidental death and dismemberment policy along with $5,000
dependent life. The employee may purchase additional supplemental life insurance for him/herself,
spouse and/or dependents.
MEDICARE
The City contributes an amount equal to 1.45% of the employee’s salary; the employee also
contributes 1.45%.
LONG TERM DISABILITY
This city paid benefit provides up to 2/3-income protection.
BILINGUAL INCENTIVE
English/Spanish for qualifying individuals and positions after passing annual bilingual test.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION
The City offers a paid/vested contribution of 4.2% of base pay to one of two 457 plans offered to
the employee. In addition, the employee may also contribute, though not required.
EDUCATION INCENTIVE
General Bargaining Unit employees will receive a 3% incentive for an approved Bachelor’s Degree.
Incentives are calculated on base pay.
RETIREMENT
The City participates in the CalPERS defined benefit retirement system. Retirement formulas and
contributions are as follows. The terms “Classic Member” and “New Member” are as defined by
CalPERS.
Classic Members employed with the City prior to 10/20/2012
▪ 2.5% at 55 formula, single highest year final compensation
▪ Employee Contribution paid by the employee pre-tax: 3.375%
Tier I Members employed with the City on or after 10/20/2012
▪ 2% at 60 formula, average three year final compensation
▪ Employee Contribution paid by the employee pre-tax: 3.375%
New Members employed with the City on or after 1/1/2013
▪ 2% at 62 formula, average three year final compensation
▪ Employee Contribution paid by the employee pre-tax: 7%
HEALTH INSURANCE
The City contributes a monthly amount for the employee to use to purchase health, dental and vision
coverage. For medical coverage, the City contracts with Anthem Blue Cross or Kaiser. Dental
insurance is through Delta Dental and vision coverage is through Superior.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The City of Madera offers an employee assistance program or employees and dependents that provides
counseling and other services for dealing with life’s challenges at no cost to the employee.
PAID LEAVE
The City of Madera offers a generous paid leave program, including paid holidays, sick leave, and
vacation.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Applications may be obtained from the City’s website www.madera.gov/ apply or by calling the City’s
Human Resources Department at (559)661- 5401. Applications must be submitted to the City’s Human
Department prior to the application deadline. Appointment will be contingent upon an
extensive background check, pre-employment physical and drug screen.