CITY OF BRIDGEPORT, CONNECTICUT
The City of Bridgeport, CT is now accepting submissions for the position of
ZONING INSPECTOR
Salary: $51,914.00 per year. This position includes a comprehensive benefits package. This summary
provides a brief overview of the benefits available to regular full-time municipal employees; depending on
the employee group some of these benefits may include: retirement pension administered by CMERS
(Connecticut Municipal Employees Retirement System), health insurance (medical, dental, vision,
prescription), life, disability, paid leave, paid holidays, 457(a) deferred compensation plan (employee paid),
and other voluntary employee paid benefits.
Please be informed, the selected candidate will be hired on a full-time provisional basis. In accordance
with Section 214 of the Charter of the City of Bridgeport, provisional hires are and will be subject to Civil
Service examination; when an examination is given for this position at some future date. Provisional
employees will be required to test and rank/score sufficient enough to maintain employment. This position
shall be filled on a permanent basis pursuant to and consistent with Chapter 14, Section 4 of the Charter of
the City of Bridgeport.
To Apply: Please email the supplied application, resume, cover letter and three (3) professional references
(name, title, business/company name, and contact information), to the attention of Personnel Director, Civil
Service Commission Office, 45 Lyon Terrace, room 106, Bridgeport, CT 06604. Required documents can
be emailed to cob.jobs@bridgeportct.gov.
Deadline to apply is October 9, 2020. (Any/all changes to this deadline shall be at the discretion of the
City of Bridgeport).
Municipal Profile
The City of Bridgeport is located in Fairfield County at the mouth of the Pequonnock River on Long Island
Sound. It is boarded by the towns of Trumbull to the north, Fairfield to the west, and Stratford to the east;
with an approximate population of 147,000, 50,367 households, and a population density of 9,226 residents
per square mile. The City has a Mayor-City Council form of government. The City’s Mayor is the chief
executive officer of the City and serves four-year term(s). The City Council, which acts as the City’s
legislative body, consists of twenty (20) members elected for two-year terms.
GENERAL DUTIES:
Technical field inspection work of ordinary difficulty and responsibility. Inspection of new construction
and places of business to insure compliance with municipal zoning regulations. Related work as required;
performed under technical and administrative supervision.
ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES:
Inspects all new construction within the City limits, investigates the use of completed structures for
compliance with zoning regulations; reports findings to the planning engineer either for corrective action,
or issuance of zoning compliance certificate. Processes and checks zoning applications; inspects liquor
establishments for compliance with regulations. Posts notices of pending zoning action on property. Use of
office machines, including but not limited to computers, fax and copiers. Investigates complaints of zoning
violations, posts violation notices on property or structures which are in violation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITIES:
Good knowledge of local geography.
Ability to read plans and specifications.
Ability to perform arithmetic computation.
Knowledge of local zoning regulations.
Strong verbal, organizational and interpersonal skills.
Ability to use various computer software programs.
License to operate motor vehicle in the State of Connecticut
EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND TRAINING:
High School or vocational school graduation including courses in general mathematics, drafting, and
related subjects.
One or Two years of general experience in engineering or construction work.
Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides a demonstrated potential for
performing the duties of the position.
O
ther duties specific to departmental demands may include as follows: General administrative work in the
Zoning Department. Duties may include utilization of Microsoft Excel and Access and other related
computer programs. Assist with the preparation and processing of permits, departmental applications and
plans for department filing and applicant distribution; assist with the public; additional assignments as
directed by the Zoning Administrator.
This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions,
responsibilities, qualifications, physical and cognitive demands which comprise this position. The above is
intended to be a fair representation of the “typical” demands of the position.
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n Equal Opportunity Employer MF/AA/DIS
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or further information and contact:
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION OFFICE
45 LYON TERRACE, ROOM# 104
BRIDGEPORT, CT 06604
This is the application for the Zoning Inspector position only.
Do not use this application to apply for any other positions/examinations
To apply for this position, you must submit:
1. An application, found on the following pages of this document
2. Cover Letter
3. Resume
4. Three (3) professional references (name & contact only)
Print out this form and fill it in, in ink.
Applications and required documents must be emailed to: cob.jobs@bridgeportct.gov
Please be sure to answer all questions on this application and follow these instructions
carefully.
Please do not call the office to ask about the status of your application.
We will contact you as soon as we have information to share with you about this
position. We thank you for your patience.
Thank you for your interest in applying for a position with the City of Bridgeport.
An Equal Opportunity Employer MF/AA/DIS
CITY OF BRIDGEPORT, CONNECTICUT
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
CITY HALL 45 LYON TERRACE BRIDGEPORT, CONNECTICUT 06604-4023
Non-Competitive/Seasonal Employment Application
Position Applied for
Date
APPLICANT INFORMATION
Last Name
First
Name
M.I.
Apartment/Unit #
City
State
ZIP
Phone
E-mail Address
Commercial
Drivers License
(CDL) (Yes/No)
CT Drivers
License
(Yes/No)
Are you a citizen of the United States? YES NO If no, are you authorized to work in the U.S.? YES NO
Have you ever worked for the City of Bridgeport
before?
YES NO If so, when?
EDUCATION
High
School
Address
From
To
Did you graduate? YES NO Degree
College
Address
From
To
Did you graduate? YES NO Degree
Other
Address
From
To
Did you graduate? YES NO Degree
REFERENCES
Please list three professional references.
Full Name
Relationship
Company
Phone
Address
Full Name
Relationship
Company
Phone
Address
Full Name
Relationship
Company
Phone
Address
PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT
Company
Phone
Address
Supervisor
Job Title
Responsibilities
From
To
Reason for Leaving
May we contact your previous supervisor for a reference? YES NO
Company
Phone
Address
Supervisor
Job Title
Responsibilities
From
To
Reason for Leaving
May we contact your previous supervisor for a reference? YES NO
Company
Phone
Address
Supervisor
Job Title
Responsibilities
From
To
Reason for Leaving
May we contact your previous supervisor for a reference? YES NO
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, PLEASE NOTIFY:
Name:
Name:
Relationship:
Relationship:
Home Phone:
Home Phone:
Work Phone:
Work Phone:
Cell Phone:
Cell Phone:
DISCLAIMER AND SIGNATURE
Signature
Date
I certify that all information supplied on this application is accurate and truthful to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any
misrepresentation of facts is cause for refusal of employment and/or termination of employment.
I understand that, if I am hired as a seasonal or part-time employee, I am not eligible for any City of Bridgeport sponsored benefits.
In the case of an emailed application, entering your name above will constitute an electronic signature. You may be asked to sign this
application in person if you are offered a position with the City of Bridgeport.
It is the policy of the City of Bridgeport to employ, train, compensate, and promote individuals without regard to
race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics
protected by law.
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