Building Inspector I

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Position Title: Building Inspector I Department/Division: Building and Code Enforcement / Codes Reports To: Community St andar ds Manager Direct Supervision: N/A Pay Grade: 109 Position Type: Full Time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt EEO Code: 3 - Technicians

Technology Category : Mobile Device: Y Remote Access: Y Category A / B

Exposure Category: Category 3 NIMS Classification: Safety Sensitive: Y Emergency Response: N

Last Modified: November 06 , 2026

Summary/Objective The Building Inspector I performs on -site inspections of new and existing residential construction projects, structures and systems.

Essential Functions / Responsibilities

• Responsible for conducting field inspections on newly constructed, renovated and repaired residential buildings to ensure compliance with city approvals, approved plans and codes and ordinances. Duties include but are not limited to maintaining complete and accurate files of inspection reports, informing contractors of non -conformities and completing follow -up inspections.
• Provide technical advice and assistance to the development community and members of the public in the application of adopted codes and related planning and zoning ordinances.
• Review pending and approved permit applications to ensure compliance with City codes and ordinances.
• Responsible for scheduling meetings with developers, owners, and contractors regarding but not limited to inspection routes, schedule and results. Ensures daily inspections are completed.
• Responsible for reviewing pre- approved residential and commercial development and construction plans, including reading blueprints and technical diagrams, to determine compliance details prior to inspection.
• Respond to inquiries and complaints from the public about residential and commercial construction projects, structures and systems and complete a follow- up in each situation as appropriate.
• Assist in the training of Permit Technicians on plan reviews, permits and inspections of residential buildings to ensure compliance with city codes and ordinances.

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• Keep abreast of changes to the building codes, new construction products and techniques.
• Provides administrative support for the Board of Zoning Appeals and will be required to attend meetings. May testify at the Board of Zone Appeals on issued code violations and summons.
• May coordinate the Board of Zoning Appeals. Responsibilities include monitoring and tracking decisions on appeal applications, taking and distributing meeting minutes.
• May provide support for Permit Technician duties as needed.
• May provide support for Plans Examiner duties as needed.
• May be asked to perform other duties that are not listed but are essential to the job .

Minimum Qualifications / Requirements

• Ability to read, write, and understand the English language with proper spelling and grammar to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to process, prioritize and organize large and varying amounts of information with effective results.
• Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines with effective results.
• Ability to avoid safety hazards.
• Ability to work independently, as part of a team and/or with the public.
• Ability to protect and maintain confidentiality of information.
• Ability to make rational decisions efficiently during variable and sometime stressful conditions, including the ability to calmly interact with the public and other City personnel
• Ability to utilize and understand the City's permit software system.
• Knowledge of building trade and inspections.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite , including Outlook and Word .
• Standard office procedures, systems and practices including the use of a computer.

Education, Training, and Certification Requirements

• Must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a building trades, inspection, or equivalent training; OR Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, architecture, or a related field with one year (1) experience.
• Must have and maintain Erosion Control Inspector Certification through an accredited agency approved by the Director of Building and Code Enforcement or be able to retain within one (1) year of hire.
• Must have and maintain Disaster Assessment Certification through an accredited agency approved by the Director of Building and Code Enforcement or be able to retain within one (1) year of hire.
• Must have and maintain two (2) International Code Council (ICC) Inspector or Plan Review certifications; certifications include Residential Building, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing Inspector or applicable Plan Review certifications. or equivalent certification through an accredited agency approved by the Director of Building and Code Enforcement.
• Completion of NIMS requirements within one (1) year of hire date.

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• Must possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record per the City's drivers Use of Vehicles for City Business policy throughout employment with the City.

Post -Offer Testing / On -Going Standards

Post - Offer On- Going Aptitude Assessment / Skills Testing Background Investigation X Fingerprinting Credit Report Review Drug Screening / Breath Alcohol Testing X Medical Evaluation / Essential Functions X DOT Covered Testing Motor Vehicle Records Search X X Polygraph Examination Psychological Evaluation

General Aptitudes and Physical Requirements The Americans with Disabilities Act requires that we identify the general aptitudes and physical requirements needed to perform the position listed above. Individuals in this position must be able to perform all essential functions unaided or with reasonable accommodation.

I. Mental Abilities. General learning ability. The ability to "catch on" or understand instructions and underlying principles.

Ability to understand and follow oral instruction Ability to understand and follow written instruction Ability to guide and/or give instructions Ability to make decisions in accordance with established procedures and policies Not essential to job function

II. Verbal Abilities. Ability to understand meanings of words and ideas associated with them to use them effectively. To comprehend language, to understand relationships between words, and to understand meanings of whole sentences and paragraphs. To present information or ideas clearly. a. Speaking / Talking Answering telephone, radio, or switchboard

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Communicating with City officials Communicating with general public Communicating with vendors Communicating with supervisors and/or with other employees Communicating with others in departmental operations Not essential to job function

b. Hearing / Listening For communication with City officials, public, vendors, supervisors, and/or other employees Not essential to job function

c. Reading (ability to read and understand text) Essential to job function Not essential to job function

III. Numerical Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately.

Ability to perform accurate two- digit calculations Ability to perform accurate calculations aided by a calculator, adding machine, or measurement device Not essential to job function

IV. Spatial Abilities Ability to comprehend forms in space and understand relationships of plan and solid objects. May be used in such tasks as blue print reading and in solving geometry problems . Frequently described as the ability to "visualize" objects of two or three dimensions, or to think visually of geometric forms.

Essential to job function Not essential to job function

V. Motor Coordination Ability to coordinate eyes and hands or fingers rapidly and accurately in making precise movements with speed. Ability to make a movement response accurately and quickly.

a. Manual Dexterity Ability to move the hands easily and skillfully. To work with the hands in placing and turning motions. Use a telephone Use switchboard Use radio/console

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Use a calculator Use a copy machine Manipulate computer keyboard and mouse Use a postage machine Use hand tools Use power tools Other: AFCI/GFCI tester, screwdriver, tap measure, DB meter Not essential to job function

b. Finger Dexterity Ability to move the fingers and manipulate small objects with the fingers rapidly or accurately. For example: electrical wiring. Essential to job function Not essential to job function Explain: __

VI. Physical Demands

a. Strength The quality, state, or property of being strong. The power to withstand strain, force, or stress Ability to manipulate materials and/or equipment ( lbs.) Frequency