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JOB SUMMARY: The purpose of the Electrical Inspector is to receive and review applications, issue permits, review construction plans and perform on-site inspections of electrical construction projects throughout the unincorporated areas of Chaves County to ensure code compliant construction of electrical construction. The Electrical Inspector will ensure that electrical construction projects conform to adopted construction codes and the NEC to promote the general welfare of the people of Chaves County by providing that construction is completed within the requirements of the Construction Industries Licensing Act, its regulations and general construction code to include life safety and property protection. This position is primarily to provide service to the unincorporated area of Chaves County, Town of Dexter, Hagerman and Lake Arthur.

BENEFITS: Retirement, Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.

QUALIFICATIONS Education/Training/Experience: High school diploma or G.E.D. and three (3) years of foreman experience within the last ten (10) years. Technical, university, or college training in electrical construction may substitute up to two (2) years of the three (3) years of foreman level experience required. The equivalency shall be calculated such that one (1) year of technical, university or college training shall equal one half (1/2) a year of foreman level experience. Further, in conjunction with the technical, university or college training, the applicant must demonstrate at least one (1) year of related field experience in his trade at a foreman level position. Licenses/Certification: Valid N.M. drivers license with a good driving record. Desirable Qualifications: New Mexico General Electrical Inspector and Bilingual (English/Spanish).

ABILITIES/SKILLS: The highest degree of integrity and professionalism. Advanced field experience in Electrical Construction. Ability to comprehend architectural and engineered electrical plans. Statistical, algebraic, and geometric knowledge and ability to apply such knowledge in everyday situations. Ability to learn hydraulic and floodplain development issues. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to multitask. Ability to operate independently and effectively with minimal supervision. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining a professional demeanor. Highly developed written communication skills, including report writing, presentations, email correspondence and verbal communication skills, particularly in dealing with people of diverse backgrounds. Ability to demonstrate on a consistent basis initiative, professionalism, poise and flexibility and work within an environment of frequent interruptions, conflicting priorities, and varying workloads. Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written directions and instructions. Ability to maintain an acceptable attendance record.

Requirements: New Mexico General Electrical Inspector. This requires successfully pass the NM General Electrical Inspector exam within three (3) months of employment and the ICC National Residential Electrical Inspector exam within six (6) months, and ICC National Commercial Electrical Inspector exam within nine (9) months of employment, with some flexibility provide by the Director. Failure to complete these exams in the time frame established may result in termination.

SPECIAL NOTE: Chaves County is a drug-free employer. All applicants for this position will be required to pass a background check and will be subject o post offer, pre-employment drug test.

INTERESTED INDIVIDUALS APPLY AT: Required application forms are available at the Countys Job Posting Board located in the west wing of the County Administrative Center or at www.chavescounty.gov. Applications may be returned to Human Resources in the County Manager Suite at Suite 180, Chaves County Administrative Center, #1 Saint Marys Place, Roswell, NM 88203 or mailed to Chaves County Human Resources PO Box 1817, Roswell, NM 88202. For ADA Accommodations, please contact Human Resources at 575.624.6557.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected class ]{new="" roman="" times=""}]{new="" roman="" times=""}**