Building Inspector
Salary
$27.93 - $42.21 Hourly
Location
15335 West Maple Road, Omaha, NE, NE
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
10241
Department
Environmental Services
Opening Date
06/26/2026
Closing Date
7/10/2026 4:30 PM Central
The Position
Incumbent works under the direction of the Chief Building Inspector or designee, conducting plan reviews, ensuring code compliance, issuing permits, and performing building construction inspections.
Essential Functions
Review plans, specifications, and other data for proposed new construction, remodeling, and repair work meeting the minimum plan requirements of building codes and other applicable regulations.
Establish and maintain effective work relationships with clients, supervisors, County employees, elected officials, attorneys, law enforcement, judges, other agencies, and the public.
Comply with Civil Service Rules, collective bargaining agreements, County policies, department policies and laws to create a cooperative, safe, respectful and quality work environment.
Respond to questions from contractors, architects, engineers, property owners and the public.
Conduct new construction inspections, remodeling, and repair work ensuring compliance with building and other applicable codes and regulations, and applicant submitted plans and specifications.
Schedule inspections, entering results into the electronic permit program.
Identify and verify contractor certifications and/or licenses, issuing proper permits.
Review permits, verify fees, maintain and distribute necessary information.
Perform condemnation inspections.
Discuss plans with owners and contractors providing technical direction and assistance.
Issue correction orders of defects in materials, workmanship, and violations of codes and regulations, notifying supervisor of continued violations.
Conduct follow up inspections ensuring compliance, documenting and notifying supervisor of continued violations.
Work in coordination with the Planning and Zoning Coordinator, Planning and Zoning Assistant, and Chief Electrical Inspector.
Review and update Permits/Inspections web pages.
Investigate code and regulation violation complaints.
Conduct final inspections and coordinate with the Chief Electrical Inspector on the issuance of completion certificates.
Perform reviews of County adopted codes and recommend updates.
Observe building sites and note compliance with Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and/or grading permit conditions, coordinating compliance issues with the Stormwater/Floodplain Supervisor.
Prepare and maintain records and reports.
Direct public inquiries regarding non-County jurisdictional matters to the appropriate jurisdiction.
Safely operate a motor vehicle when required to travel on County business.
Report to work with regular, consistent attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned and directed.
Education and Work Experience and Other Requirements
High school graduation or equivalent required.*
Two (2) years of building construction work, construction technology or construction management experience required.*
Experience in building plan and design, structural building design, construction and inspections desired.
Experience in a permits and inspection function desired.
Certified Residential Inspector (ICC) or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire required.
Certified Commercial Inspector (ICC) or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire required.
Valid drivers license upon hire and maintained throughout employment required.
Completion of a pre-employment criminal record check and conditional offer physical assessment and drug screen required.
*Equivalent combination of education and work experience may be substituted for requirements on a year-for-year basis.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is generally performed in an office setting and at various outdoor locations. Noise level is usually moderate to loud. Work hours are typically standard day-shift hours; however, schedule may vary (e.g., days, hours, overtime/extra hours). Work involves potential exposure to the weather and hazards associated with construction zones, temperature extremes, high humidity, adverse weather conditions, dirt, dust, allergens, dampness, wetness, loud noise and construction hazards. Work may be stressful when dealing with time constraints, multiple/changing priorities, limited resources and uncooperative/irate individuals.
Work requires some physical activity, including extended periods of walking, standing, frequent reaching and occasional climbing, carrying, balancing, kneeling, crouching and bending. Incumbent must have agility, balance and strength to maneuver over rough terrain, around various obstacles and to access property and construction sites on foot. Work also requires the ability to frequently lift/carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Required sensory abilities include vision, hearing and touch. Visual abilities, correctable to normal ranges, include close, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Communication abilities include the ability to talk and hear within normal ranges. Incumbent must possess the hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate computers and other equipment.
Douglas County is an EOE - Disability/Veterans
Douglas County offers a comprehensive benefit package including:
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What is the highest level of education you have completed?
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How many years of building construction work, construction technology or construction management experience do you have?
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Are you a Certified Residential Inspector (ICC) or have the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire?
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Are you a Certified Commercial Inspector (ICC) or have the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire?
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You must possess a valid drivers license upon hire and maintain throughout employment. Do you understand this condition of employment?
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Describe your experience in building plan and design, structural building design, construction and inspections.
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Describe your experience in a permits and inspection function.
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Are you able to successfully perform the Essential Functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation?
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Are you able to meet the Physical Requirements and Working Conditions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation?
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If you answer yes to claiming Veterans Preference, you must attach to your application, before submission, a copy of your DD214 including page 4 identifying your character of service (and IF disabled, verification of disability from the VA), OR if you are a spouse of a 100% disabled veteran, you must attach a copy of your spouses DD214, showing character of service, a copy of the veterans disability verification from the Department of Veterans Affairs demonstrating a 100% permanent disability rating, and proof of marriage to the veteran; OR if you are a spouse of an active service member, you must attach a copy of your spouses active service orders and proof of marriage to the active service member. I understand this requirement that documents must be attached.
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Are you able to work Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm?
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The pay range salary for this position is $27.93 to $42.21 per hour. Is this acceptable to you?
Required Question
Employer Douglas County (NE)
Address 1819 Farnam Street, Suite 505
Omaha, Nebraska, 68183
Phone 402-444-6188