Dennis E. Washington

571-***-****

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RESUME OBJECTIVE

Dedicated construction and zoning team leader with over 20 years of experience in residential and commercial; knowledge to review construction drawings, approve plans, and inspect on-site construction projects; experience includes streets, sidewalks, and building renovation inspection and approval. Self-motivated, detail-oriented professional with an established reputation for consistency and accuracy while working in fast-paced public/private environments. Experienced senior inspector, team leader, and motivator with a leadership style described as inclusive with an emphasis on the team. As an internal applicant, I am looking to leverage my knowledge and experience into a role as an Infrastructure Maintenance Supervisor

EXPERIENCE-

City of New Carrolton- New Carrollton, MD

Property Maintenance Inspector / Site Inspector

2016- Present

Conduct site inspections for non-compliance with site plans, Grading plans, and zoning requirements.

Make independent engineering field judgments in evaluating compliance with site and grading plans and as-built drawings.

Training Inspector for all incoming code enforcement officers

Performed field inspections/re-inspections of residential, commercial, and public facilities for compliance with building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical codes.

Performed inspections of houses and property for conformance with applicable

Conducted site inspections for non-compliance with site plan and zoning requirements.

Performed reviews of houses and properties for conformance with applicable codes

Maintained records of inspection activities and photographic records of violations.

Prepared various forms, reports, correspondence, logs, inspection reports, notices, formal warnings, and citations.

Responded to complaints regarding defective construction; handled enforcement problems.

Inspected existing buildings for hazardous conditions, structural failures, or improper uses.

Issued warnings and stop-work orders if necessary for non-compliance with regulations.

Respond to questions from citizens, contractors, and builders concerning code compliance issues.

Inspected structures safely damaged by fire, storm, burst pipes, or explosion.

Prepared reports and maintain records regarding inspections.

Utilize the IPMC, IBC, IFC, IRC, City, and State Codes

Arlington County Government – Arlington, Virginia 2014-2015

Zoning Inspector / Site Plan Inspector

Architectural advisory board liaison

Performed area inspections of real property and buildings structures concerning authorized land usage to determine compliance with planning and zoning regulations.

Review, Approve, and Deny certificates of conformance with planning and zoning regulations. Maintain records of applications, inspections, and certificates granted.

Receive and investigate complaints of violation of planning and zoning regulations.

Follows up on violations with further correspondence and additional inspections to bring violators into compliance.

Explains and interprets requirements of and methods for compliance with local and zoning ordinances, owners, engineers, architects, and the general public.

Prepare reports and maintain accurate records on violation activities and recommends corrective actions.

Review drawings, and job specifications and participate in pre-construction meetings

City of Falls Church – Falls Church, Virginia 2012-2014

Engineering Tech Assistant

Conducted independent inspections throughout the city and assessed storm sewer systems.

Team lead, and coordinator of sidewalk, potholes, storm drains, and sump pumps repairs

Responded to various public inquiries in complaints related to city maintenance programs.

Investigated accidents and incidents to identify their causes in the future.

Research standards, codes, and procedures relating to industrial processes before on an as-needed basis.

City of Falls Church – Falls Church, Virginia 2011-2012

Property Maintenance/Development Services Inspector

Conducted independent engineering field judgments in evaluating compliance with site and grading plans and as-built drawings.

Conducted site inspections for non-compliance with the site plan and zoning requirements.

Performed field inspections/re-inspections of residential, commercial, and public facilities for compliance with building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical codes.

Responded to complaints regarding defective construction; handled enforcement problems.

Inspected existing buildings for hazardous conditions, structural failures, or improper uses.

Performed inspections of houses and property for conformance with applicable codes about litter, overgrowth, abandoned vehicles, and dumpsites.

Enforced illegal dumping ordinances and investigated illegal dumping sites.

Maintained records of inspection activities and photographic records

Prepared various forms, reports, correspondence, logs, inspection reports, notices, formal warnings, and citations.

Issued warnings and stop-work orders if necessary for non-compliance with regulations.

Prepared reports and maintain records regarding inspections.

Respond to questions from citizens, contractors, and builders concerning code compliance issues.

Inspected structures safely damaged by fire, storm, burst pipes, or explosion.

City of Falls Church – Falls Church, Virginia 2006-2011

Sr. Zoning Inspector

Inspected commercial buildings and dwellings for safety and fire hazards

Reviewed plans/permits, including zoning and fire-code compliance.

Researched Zoning Ordinance to determine if a violation exists.

Correspond with the property owner and resident regarding violations and time for corrections

Evaluated zoning permit applications for conformance to Zoning Ordinance

Investigated complaints and reports of hazardous conditions and ordered corrections

Sr Inspector, supervised, motivated, and team leader for 4 inspectors

Addressed all personnel-related matters for the team: hiring, training, evaluation, termination, and promotion

City of Falls Church – Falls Church, Virginia 2004-2006

Permit Technician

Interacted with contractors and city officials., in the issuance of building and trade permits.

Coordinated permit process with inter-office departments.

Assisted in the implementation of new computer software related to entering permit data and collecting payments

Coordinated and facilitated the delivery of customer service protocol and procedure

Provided development process assistance at the counter to ensure adherence to procedures and achievement of customer service goals

Interviewed customers to interpret their needs

Dispensed information and literature to customers

Collaborated with other city departments to achieve the resolution of complex customer problems

Assisted in the oversight and0 scheduling of staff for coverage of the Environmental Services Counter operations

Prepared customer service reports related to the front counter operations, such as the number of customers served.

EDUCATION:

Associates Degree--Engineering (Presently pursuing)

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING/ACHIEVEMENTS:

Virginia Building and Code Officials Hoarding Core Module March 2013

International Code Council Fire and Smoke Protection Core March 2013

Virginia Association of Zoning Officials Zoning Core Module March 2009

Virginia Building and Code Officials Property Maintenance Inspections August 2007

Virginia Building and Code Officials Building Inspections Core June 2007

Virginia Building and Code Officials Structural Plan Review May 2007

Virginia Association and Code Officials Core Module April 2005

CEZOA Code Enforcement and Zoning Officials Association Quarterly Training 2016- present

AACE American Association of Code Enforcement Monthly Training 2016-present

ICC International Code Council Monthly Training 2016-present

MML Maryland Municipal League 2016-present

LGIT Local Government Insurance Trust Yearly Training 2016-present

Lean Green Six Certification 2016-present

FEMA/MEMA Maryland Emergency Management Agency Online Available 2016-present

ACHIEVEMENTS/SPECIALITIES

• Client Relationship Management

• RFP / IQC / Scope and Design Process

• Renovation Process

• AEC Procurement

• Contract Administration

• Budget Development Management

• Building Shell and Core Tenant Coordination

• Issues Management PMP

• Vendor Management

· Material Sourcing Outreach

• Value Engineering Process

• Quality Management

• Constructability Reviews

• Construction Oversight

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