Building Inspector I/II

Building Inspector I/II

The City of Napa is currently seeking a Building Inspector I/II to perform technical building inspections for the Building Division in the Community Resources and Development Department. As a Building Inspector I/II, you will perform inspections for commercial, residential, and industrial projects and enforce compliance with building codes, regulations, and ordinances. Our Building Inspectors work closely with developers, architects, and contractors to maintain code requirements and resolve problems relating to code compliance. We are looking for a team player with experience working in the construction or building trades, and/or experience as a Building Inspector for a city or county jurisdiction. The ideal candidate for Building Inspector I/II will have experience demonstrating the following competencies:

• Building Inspection Technical Knowledge and Skill - Knowledge of principles and practices of building inspection and keeping up with current developments in code enforcement.
• Managing Relationships - Meeting the personal needs of individuals to build trust, encourage two-way communication, and strengthen relationships.
• Quality Orientation - Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved no matter how detailed; showing concern for all aspects of the job.
• Valuing Differences - Working effectively with individuals of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, abilities, motivations, or backgrounds; seeks out and uses unique abilities, insights, and ideas from diverse individuals.
• Decision Making - Identifying and understanding problems and opportunities by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative information; choosing the best course of action by establishing clear decision criteria, generating and evaluating alternatives, and making timely decisions; taking action that is consistent with available facts and constraints and optimizes probable consequences.
• Resolving Conflict - Helping others deal effectively with an antagonistic situation to minimize damage to the relationships and promote shared goals; using appropriate interpersonal methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people and facilitate agreement.
• Emotional Intelligence - Establishing and sustaining trusting relationships by accurately perceiving and interpreting own and others' emotions and behavior; leveraging insights to effectively manage own responses so that one's behavior matches one's values and delivers intended results.

Licenses & Certificates:

• Building Inspector I: Possession of an International Code Council (ICC) Building Inspection Certificate is required within one year of hire. Possession of an ICC Electrical Inspector, Mechanical Inspector, Plumbing Inspector, Combination Inspector, Plans Examiner, or CASp Certification is desirable.
• Building Inspector II: Possession of an International Code Council (ICC) Combination Building Inspection Certificate. A CASp Certification is desirable.
• Both classifications must possess and maintain throughout employment a valid California Driver's License.

In addition to the competitive salary listed above, the City of Napa offers an attractive benefits package including:

• Vacation Leave
• Paid Holidays - 15 paid holidays per year.
• Sick Leave - Employees can accrue up to 96 hours annually.
• Dental and Medical Insurance Plans - The City provides significant contributions to dental and medical plans.
• Retirement - The City participates in the CalPERS retirement pension system.
• Deferred Compensation Program - Employees are eligible to enroll in a 457 Plan and the City contributes $83.33 per month to a 457 plan.
• Life Insurance and AD&D - $50,000 of coverage paid for by the City.
• Phone Stipend - Up to $110 per month
• Tuition Reimbursement - $2,000 per year

Positions in this classification are flexibly staffed. This position may be appointed at the I or II level depending upon qualifications and experience.