TMD - Inspector V (CFMO Construction Inspector)

TMD - Inspector V (CFMO Construction Inspector) Organization: Texas Military Department Primary Location: Texas-Houston Work Locations: CFMO_Region4_Houston 10901 Brantley Ave Houston 77034 Job: Life, Physical, and Social Science Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 Travel: Yes, 75 % of the Time State Job Code: 1325 Salary Admin Plan: B Grade: 20 Salary (Pay Basis): $5,000.00-$5,500.00 (Monthly) Number of Openings: 1 Overtime Status: Non-exempt Job Posting: Nov 20, 2025, 7:17:11 PM Closing Date: Ongoing Description: Applications should be completed online through CAPPS Recruit. Applications submitted through Work In Texas must also complete the supplemental questions in CAPPS Recruit to be considered for the position. Your job application must be complete and thorough including responding to all the supplemental questions. Your application must contain complete job histories, which includes job titles, dates of employment, name of employer and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information. Notes to the Applicant: TMD State Employees support the Texas Military Department by delivering critical services that enable the agency to meet its strategic goals. Your work will contribute to the support we offer our Texas National Guard members, thereby multiplying their capability to serve at home and abroad as missions dictate. The Texas Military Department provides a benefits package that includes, but is not limited to: health insurance benefits (employee premiums are covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%) optional vision, dental, life, and disability insurance at competitive rates generous paid vacation, sick leave, and State and Federal holidays defined benefit retirement structure known as a cash balance benefit, with a state match equal to 150% of the account balance at retirement and guaranteed earnings of at least 4% annually additional voluntary retirement savings programs (Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 programs) flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses potential for modified work schedules including flex, compressed, or telework (position dependent) free access to Camp Mabry Museum and historical structures robust free training access through Texas Military Department's Web-Based Learning Program expansive Employee Assistance Program and complimentary counseling services employee wellness and physical fitness programs military membership is not required for this position. Brief Position Summary Perform advanced (senior-level) military construction inspection work for the Construction and Facilities Management Office (CFMO) primarily for the Southeast Region. Work involves primarily overseeing and conducting inspections and quality assurance reviews of capital construction and renovation projects to ensure compliance with laws, building codes, regulations, industry standards, and agency policies. Reports to the Design Supervisor. Works under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Work Hours Monday Friday, 8 hours a day, 40 hours a week Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities Conducts on-site inspections and notifies project team of applicable laws, codes, regulations, industry standards, and agency policies for Texas Military Department construction projects. Reviews construction design documents and monitors for compliance in the field. Identifies and documents violations. Prepares inspection reports and distributes to the project team and CFMO leadership on a regular basis, usually weekly. Advises the CFMO Project Manager of issues and recommends resolutions. Assists with Substantial Completion and Warranty inspections and developing punchlists. Verifies and documents inspection and punchlist corrections. Issues Final Inspection completion report for project closeout. Reviews and comments on plans and specifications at key phases of design. Assists with scoping exercises for planning purposes. May verify construction payment applications and project percentages for accuracy to actual work completed. Performs and oversees engineering field tests and advises the project team on courses of action. Monitors and inspects project quality to ensure that project deliverables are acceptable and fulfill the terms of the project contract and specifications. Enforces safety and health laws and requirements. Reviews and monitors contractor safety plans for compliance. Appears at administrative hearings or testifies before courts of jurisdiction. May be required to perform duties in other regions of Texas based on current workloads and project program requirements. May be required to perform duties in support of national emergencies, disasters, and other requests to include holidays, evenings, and weekends. Attends work regularly and observes approved work hours in accordance with agency state employee policies and procedures handbook. Performs related work as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Education: Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent is required. Preferred Education: Two years of college or vocational technical training in a construction related field is preferred. Experience: Five (5) years of experience in performing construction compliance and enforcement inspection and analysis work or construction related work is required. Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint, as well as basic software for email, word processing, presentations, and cloud-based information sharing. Preferred Experience: Five (5) years of experience as a superintendent or city code compliance officer for interdisciplinary construction projects is preferred. Experience with project management software is preferred. Registration, Certification or Licensure: Valid driver's license is required. *If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver's License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident. A satisfactory driving record is required for operating state or personal vehicles to conduct agency business. Certification in at least one of the following areas is preferred at the time of hire and required within one (1) year of employment. International Code Council (ICC) Professional Inspector Certifications in any of the areas listed below: International Code Council (ICC) General Building Contractor ICC Commercial Building Inspector ICC Commercial Electrical Inspector ICC Commercial Plumbing Inspector ICC Commercial Mechanical Inspector An Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30-Hour Certification is preferred at the time of hire or must be obtained within one (1) year of accepting the position. Other Requirements: Background Investigation. Selected candidate must be able to obtain a CAC and/or pass a federal security background investigation. The process includes a National Agency Check and Inquiry (NACI) and fingerprinting. New employees must complete and sign the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Form SF85. Completed forms are submitted to the OPM for the background investigations. Eligibility to Work in the U.S. The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 require all new employees to present proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three (3) days of being hired. The Texas Military Department participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All offers of employment are contingent upon the candidate having and maintaining legal authorization to work in the United States. Failure to present such authorization within the time specified by the U.S. Department of Labor will result in the offer being rescinded. Sponsorship. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. Upon hire with the State of Texas, males between the ages of 18 through 25 must provide proof of registration or exemption with the Selective Service. For further information, visit the Selective Service website at https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfVerification.aspx. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: Texas laws, codes, and standards related to construction practices. principles and methods of field inspection and quality control. construction industry standards. construction means and methods. construction safety laws and requirements (OSHA). business practices in regulated occupations and industries. Skill in: interpreting construction plans and specifications. conducting inspections. using instruments and tools necessary to perform inspections. maintaining records and written reports. using effective verbal and written communication techniques. documenting conditions photographically. establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, contractors, architects, engineers, and construction managers. operating computer software to correspond, report, document, communicate, and share information. Ability to: exercise sound judgment in making decisions. analyze information and develop plans to address identified issues. interpret laws and regulations. identify project risks to mitigate additional project cost and schedule impacts. prepare reports and charts. communicate effectively. work with others as a member of a project team. work in a military organization. Physical/Working Conditions Work is performed primarily by driving to construction project sites in a government owned vehicle provided to the employee and inspecting stored and installed materials and assemblies in an outdoor environment. Employee will need to be able to safely operate a vehicle to, from, and at job worksites. Employee will be exposed to seasonal and occasionally inclement weather conditions to perform job duties. Work typically involves standing, walking, climbing, working with tools, and working around heavy equipment and vehicles. Work may be performed