Transportation Inspector Senior - Kanawha County presso West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV), WV

About the Department

The Transportation Inspector Senior position performs advanced level work conducting inspections in the enforcement of various state and federal laws and regulations. The incumbent in this position will serve all counties in District 6, which consists of Hancock, Brooke, Ohio, Marshall, Wetzel, and Tyler counties. Work is performed according to prescribed procedures and involves direct contact with employees, public officials, civic and labor groups, and the general public. Involves considerable statewide travel and may work an irregular schedule. The employee must use independent judgement in the interpretation and adaptation of policies and guidelines. The employee may use precedents or work directions in the application to specific issues or problems. Analysis of subject matter is conducted, and decisions are made using the results of this analysis. Many alternatives may be available, but it is up to the employee to choose the most appropriate alternative. Position acts as a lead worker over lower level inspectors. Distinguishing factors involve the broader scope of administrative oversight and responsibility for planning and operational aspects of the area of inspection. Performs other related duties as required. 

Pay Grade 14

Position Duties

• Leads lower level inspectors with inspections, reviews completed work to ensure procedures and guidelines were followed
• Participates in evaluating inspection procedures, advising in policy matters, and recommending changes to management to improve procedures and efficiency
• Advises management and other officials concerning problems related to inspection assignments
• Conducts complex, special, and extraordinary inspections
• Trains and instructs new employees in the techniques and procedures used in performing inspections, handling investigations, surveys, or complaints
• Takes appropriate action indicated by results of inspections, tests and investigations
• May check and evaluate the work and reports of subordinates in relation to the completion of specific assignments
• Makes recommendations concerning the proper application of laws, rules, and regulations
• Maintains records pertaining to inspection schedules and results
• Checks for requirements prescribed by law, such as proper licensing, record keeping, security, safety, and sanitary conditions
• May inspect and monitor procedures to assure compliance to state and federal agreements and specifications
• Established rules, regulations, and procedures will be used to solve a variety of routine problems and answer a variety of standard questions.
• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Advanced level knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations of agency assigned
• Knowledge of proper inspection techniques and procedures
• Ability to evaluate effectiveness of policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Ability to interpret and follow detailed instructions, specifications, manuals, and other related guidelines
• Ability to instruct and lead inspectors in inspection methods and procedures
• Ability to assign and review work of subordinate employees
• Ability to express ideas clearly, both orally and in writing
• Ability to prepare required forms, correspondence, and reports
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and the general public and to deal with controversial matters in a  tactful manner
• Licensure and/or certification pertinent to area of assignment may be required. A valid West Virginia driver's license may be required.

Other Qualifications

REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION 

• High school diploma or the equivalent. 

• Six (6) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in purchasing, law enforcement, corrections, investigation, safety inspection, weights and measures, transportation, highway construction or maintenance, industrial maintenance, or responsible public contact work. 
• Substitution: Successful completion of coursework from a regionally accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience through an established formula.