Building Inspector III

Building Inspector III

Salary

$98,259.20 - $119,433.60 Annually

Location

City of Anaheim, CA

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2026-00178

Department

Planning & Building

Opening Date

08/17/2026

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

The City of Anaheim Planning and Building Department is seeking an experienced Building Inspector III to join our Building Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned building professional to apply advanced technical expertise while inspecting some of the Citys most complex commercial, industrial, mixed-use, and multi-story construction projects.

Building Inspector III is the advanced journey-level classification in the Building Inspector series. In this role, you will perform complex combination inspections, interpret and apply building codes, conduct structural safety investigations, and work collaboratively with contractors, architects, engineers, developers, property owners, and City staff to help ensure projects are safe, code-compliant, and completed efficiently. You will also serve as a technical resource for other inspectors, providing guidance on specialized inspections and complex code issues.

The ideal candidate is an ICC-certified combination inspector who exercises sound professional judgment, communicates effectively, and is committed to delivering fair, consistent code enforcement with exceptional customer service. If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your expertise, contribute to a collaborative team, and play a key role in shaping Anaheims built environment, we encourage you to apply.

Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants that apply after the first review date of September 7, 2026, are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date.

Essential Functions

The normal duties for this position can be found in the job description for Building Inspector III. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Qualifications

Experience and Training Guidelines: Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities are as follows:

Experience: Responsible journey level experience in conducting combination building inspections.

Knowledge of: Methods, techniques and protocols for conducting various types of building and construction inspections as they particularly apply to large scale, highly complex projects; principles and methods used in various building construction craft areas, including applications, materials and tools from large-scale construction to installation of equipment and systems applicable to plumbing, electrical, mechanical, heating/ventilation/cooling and structural disciplines; modern methods of building construction and basic principles of structural design; laws, ordinances and codes regulating building construction; appropriate safety and fire prevention methods in construction; occupational hazards and standard work place safety practices; customer relations practices and etiquette.

Ability to: Read and interpret blueprints, plans and specifications for buildings and construction and determine compliance of plans with codes and regulations; inspect construction sites during construction and alteration and interpret, explain and enforce a wide range of Uniform Building Code provisions and regulations accurately and consistently, with courtesy and tact; examine workmanship and materials, detect deviations from plans, standard construction practices and code requirements and identify defective and unsafe construction; made sound judgments in complex, difficult inspections within established codes, procedures and guidelines; communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing; resolve job-related issues with property owners, contractors, developers, architects, engineers and others, while exercising tact, diplomacy and good customer relations practices; establish and maintain effective, customer focused relationships with those encountered in the course of work.

License/Certification Required: Possession of registration as a Certified Inspector from the International Code Council (ICC) in at least three disciplines is required prior to advancement to Building Inspector III. Possession of a valid California Driver's License by date of appointment is required.

Supplemental Information

• IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS *

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is September 7, 2026 at 5:00PM. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date.

The selection process may consist of, but is not limited to, a self-recorded video interview, a skills examination, and an oral interview.

The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and/or additional vacancies throughout the City.

Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening). The City of Anaheim utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.

Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Anaheim offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefits amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

To view the current benefits summary, visit: https://www.anaheim.net/DocumentCenter/View/30970/Benefits-Summary-Full-Time

For additional information about the Citys benefits, visit: www.myanaheimbenefits.com

RETIREMENT BENEFITS - The City contracts with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) to provide retirement benefits. Retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS.

Note: Pension contribution limitations are set by CalPERS each calendar year, with compensation limit requirements for Public Employee Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) members and Classic members. Employee contributions will be deposited into a 401(a) account after reaching this limit. Employees with CalPERS membership dates prior to July 1, 1996 are not impacted by these limits.

To view the current limits and additional CalPERS information, visit:

https://www.anaheim.net/DocumentCenter/View/4783/CalPERS-Rates

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These supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. The responses you provide to these questions will be used in combination with your application to determine whether you meet minimum qualification requirements. Failure to provide specific, complete and verifiable information may result in your application not being considered. Do not submit a resume in lieu of a complete application.

• I acknowledge I have read and understand the above information.

02

What is your level of education completed?

• High school diploma/GED
• Some college-level coursework
• Associate degree
• Bachelors degree
• Graduate degree

03

Please list your degree(s) and major(s). If you do not possess a degree but have completed college-level coursework, list the coursework completed. Additionally, list any related professional licenses, registrations, or certifications you possess, including the license/certification name, issuing or certifying agency, and current status (if applicable). If none, type N/A.

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How many years of professional journey level experience in conducting combination building inspections do you possess?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• At least 1 year, less than 2 years
• At least 2 years, less than 3 years
• At least 3 years, less than 4 years
• At least 4 years, less than 5 years
• At least 5 years, less than 6 years
• At least 6 years or more

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Please describe in detail your experience in conducting combination building inspections. If none, type N/A.

06

Possession of registration as a Certified Inspector from the International Code Council (ICC) in at least three disciplines is required. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

07

Please list the three (or more) disciplines that you hold registration as a Certified Inspector from the International Code Council.

08

Do you currently have a valid California Drivers License, or are you able to obtain one by date of appointment?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Anaheim

Address 201 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 501

Anaheim, California, 92805

Phone 714-765-5111

Website http://www.anaheim.net/jobs