State of Connecticut Executive Branch

Inspection Aide (4879PS)

$23.14-$28.72 Hourly / $1,850.46-$2,296.98 BiWeekly /
$48,297.00-$59,951.00 Yearly

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for performing a full range of basic technical inspection or regulatory work.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Initially works under the close supervision of an inspector or other employee of higher grade; works more independently with acquired experience.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Performs basic technical duties of field inspection;
  • Deals with the public, other agencies, jurisdictions, or private organizations in regulatory work such as agriculture, consumer protection, environmental, food services, legalized gambling, motor vehicle, public safety, and weights and measures;
  • Makes field inspections; 
  • Assists inspectors with cases for investigation;
  • Takes samples of the premises, products, vehicles, etc.;
  • Writes reports on findings;
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Skills
    • interpersonal skills;
    • oral and written communication skills; 
  • Ability to
    • conduct basic inspections and investigations;
    • interpret and apply law enforcement and regulatory requirements of the assigned agency;
    • utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any experience or training which would provide the knowledge, skill, and ability indicated above.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

A complete physical examination may be required prior to employment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may occasionally be exposed to moderately disagreeable job conditions.

COMPENSATION GUIDELINES

In accordance with applicable collective bargaining agreement's compensation guidelines.

JOB CLASS DESIGNATION

Classified/Non-Competitive

OCCUPATIONAL GROUP

(14)-Inspection-Investigation

BARGAINING UNIT

(09)-PROTECT SERV (NP-5)

EEO

(4)-Protective Service

SALARY INFORMATION

PS 04

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.  As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

CANCELLATION CLAUSE

This replaces the existing specification for the class of Inspection Aide in Salary Group PS 04 approved effective October 07, 2022. (Reviewed in accordance with Connecticut General Statute § 5-200a. Revised to modify content and add Acknowledgement section) Final No. 24-096

EFFECTIVE DATE

07/30/2024
CLASS: 4879PS; EST: 12/25/1970; REV: 7/31/2024;