Building Inspector Specialist (Electrical Specialist)

Building Inspector Specialist (Electrical Specialist)

Salary

$93,959.84 - $113,089.60 Annually

Location

County of Santa Barbara - All locations, CA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-1209-01 (O)

Department

Planning & Development

Opening Date

03/16/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

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Description

NOTICE OF CHANGE: This recruitment will remain open until filled.

SALARY

$109,867.68 - $132,236.00 Annually

The Planning and Development Department is accepting applications to fill one Building Inspector Specialist (Electrical Specialist) vacancy in either Santa Barbara or Santa Maria.

THE POSITION: Under direction, the incumbent serves as a technical specialist in a particular field of plan review and building inspection activities, such as electrical, plumbing, or mechanical such as for large-scale energy or industrial projects; trains personnel in these specialized fields; and performs related work as required.

The IDEAL CANDIDATE will possess:

• Experience with inspection and/or plan check of complex electrical systems in building and facilities
• Strong understanding and demonstrated experience with electrical systems, wiring, power distribution system and application of codes and standards to ensure a safe built environment
• Working knowledge and demonstrated experience in ADA regulations, building, plumbing, mechanical codes and the ability to conduct related inspections independently
• Ability to work within a team-setting focused on helping customers to achieve compliance with the governing codes and regulations
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage workload appropriately
• Solution-oriented approaches toward the regulatory aspect of the work
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to convey information to various clients and audiences (property owners, builders, expert design professionals, engineers, etc.)
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Professional demeanor that fosters a positive and constructive working relationships with internal and external customers.

Examples of Duties

• Prepares correspondence and reports; performs the more difficult inspections in a specialized field of building inspection, such as electrical, plumbing, or mechanical;
• Handles controversial cases involving disputes over interpretation and application of particular building codes;
• Reviews complex building plans for code compliance in a particular field; coordinates processing of complex projects that require special interagency approval.;
• Confers with other County officials and builders, contractors, property owners, engineers, architects, and others on plan review and approval of inspection procedures and problems;
• Performs routine building inspections of all occupancies for compliance with all current building codes;
• Represents the County at meetings and conferences related to the specialty area;
• Develops and conducts training for inspection staff in areas of special expertise as needed;
• Meets with contractors and industry to implement new code requirements;
• Investigates substandard conditions of building and works with owner and County to abate violations.

Employment Standards

• Four years of experience in inspection and/or in a specialized field of building construction; OR,
• One year of experience performing duties equivalent to the class of Building Inspector III with Santa Barbara County assigned to a specialized field of inspection; OR,
• Possession of an International Code Council (ICC) or Division of the State Architect (DSA) Certification or equivalent certificate in a specialized field of inspection for commercial buildings, and two years of experience in the inspection specialty; OR,
• California registration as a professional engineer in a related field; OR,
• A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities.

NOTE: A bachelor's degree in a related field or journeyman experience in the electrical trade may substitute for two years of required experience.

Additional Qualifications

ICC or DSA certification in commercial building inspection must be obtained within two years of appointment.

As a condition of employment, California Health and Safety Code Section 18949.28 (a) requires that a Building Inspector must obtain certification in the appropriate fields that are closely related to their primary job function by a recognized state, national, or international organization within two years of employment. Not obtaining the required certifications within two years of employment may result in demotion.

For specific positions, possession and maintenance of a valid California Class C Driver's License and the ability to meet automobile insurability requirements of the County or the ability to provide suitable transportation needs as condition of continued employment.

Incumbent will be required to travel throughout the County of Santa Barbara.

Knowledge of: general methods and materials used in a construction specialty; codes and ordinances and state and local laws relating to a specialized field of construction; all current California building codes and basic inspection methods.

Ability to: read, interpret, and review complex plans and specifications relating to a specialized field of building construction; enforce building codes and related laws; prepare clear written reports; train and impart specialized knowledge to Building Division personnel; interact effectively with the public and secure the cooperation of persons in the construction industry; represent the Building and Safety Division in the specialty field in meetings and to other County agencies; and be familiar with basic computer functions and Word program; research new products and equipment used on construction projects; network with code industry representatives for interpretations.

Supplemental Information

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS:

• Review applications and supplemental questionnaires to determine those applicants who meet the employment standards.
• Application Ranking. Applications that meet the employment standards will be evaluated and scored. Candidates' final score and rank on the eligibility list will be determined by the information provided on their application based on the ideal candidate section of the job bulletin.

Applicants must receive a percentage score of at least 70 on the Application Ranking to be placed on an employment list. An adjustment may be made to raw scores based on factors listed in Civil Service Rule VI. Those candidates who are successful in the selection process will have their names placed on the employment list for a minimum of three months. At the time the employment list is established, all candidates will receive an email notice of their score on the exam(s), rank on the employment list, and exact duration of the employment list.

Recruiters will communicate with applicants by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines.

Conditional Offer: Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, candidate will be required to successfully complete a background check, which includes a conviction history check, and satisfactory reference checks. Appointee will be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination. The appointee must satisfactorily complete a probationary period of twelve (12) months

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We do require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a Medical Provider or a learning institution.

BENEFITS: For more information on County benefits, please click here. In addition, applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for:

• Retirement reciprocity
• Time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual rate

Disaster Service Worker: Pursuant to Governmental code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

The County of Santa Barbara provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any type with regard to any characteristic or status protected by any federal law, state law, or Santa Barbara County ordinance. The County continues to be committed to a merit-based selection process and to eliminating barriers to attracting and retaining top qualified candidates. The County has a long-standing practice of providing a work environment that respects the dignity of individual employees and values their contributions to our organization.

APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE: Open until filled. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at www.sbcountyjobs.com.

Erin Kuhn, Talent Acquisition Analyst II - erkuhn@countyofsb.org

Retirement Plans

• Generous County Defined Benefit Plan
• Eligible to participate in 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
• Retirement Reciprocity with CalPERS, CalSTRS, and 1937 Act plans
• For more information on our retirement plans, please visit: https://www.sbcers.org/ and http://www.santabarbara457.com

Health Benefits

• Choice of dental, vision and medical plans. In addition to the Benefit Allowance noted above, the County contributes toward medical premiums and dental premiums
• On-Site Employee Health Clinics in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria which provide ongoing and episodic services to eligible employees and their eligible dependents
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers free, confidential assistance with personal and workplace problems to employees and their immediate family members
• Healthcare Advocacy Program to help employees navigate the complexities of health plan benefits
• Available Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account (HSA), Supplemental Term or Whole Life Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance and more!
• For more information on our health benefits, please visit: https://www.countyofsb.org/4012/Health-Benefits

Paid Time Off

• Vacation Leave 12 to 25 days per year depending on length of public employment
• Sick Leave 12 days annually with unlimited accumulation, one year of which can be converted to service credit upon retirement
• Paid Holidays based on bargaining unit (view the compensation summary for this bargaining unit, link below)
• Alternative Transportation Benefit (TDM) up to 2 days of additional vacation for using alternative methods of commuting
• For more information on Paid Time Off please view the Compensation Summary for this bargaining unit (available below)

Miscellaneous Benefits

• County Paid Term Life Insurance
• County Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
• Childcare and Employee Discounts
• Relocation Assistance may apply
• Flexible work schedule may apply
• For more information on all of these benefits, please visit:https://www.countyofsb.org/4013/24636/WorkLife-Benefits

Compensation Summary

• To view the Compensation Summary specific to the bargaining unit for this position (link to full Memorandum of Understanding also available at bottom of the summary), please visit: https://www.countyofsb.org/3087/Engineers-Technicians-Association
• This benefits list is for convenience only; please refer to the Memorandum of Understanding for complete details of terms and conditions. Amounts are generally prorated for part-time employment.

01

Do you have an ICC or DSA certification in a specialty field in Commercial Electrical or Commercial Mechanical? (Please make sure the details of ALL certifications are listed under the Certificates/License section of the application. Please include your certification number, specialty field, and expiration date).

• Yes, I have a valid ICC or DSA certification in specialty field in Commercial Electrical or Commercial Mechanical.
• No, my ICC or DSA certification in specialty field in Commercial Electrical or Commercial Mechanical is expired.
• No, I do not have my ICC or DSA certification field in Commercial Electrical or Commercial Mechanical.

02

To be considered for this position, your application must CLEARLY state how you meet the requirements under EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS on the Job Bulletin or you will not be considered for this position. If you are unsure, go back and review your application before continuing. Which Employment Standard do you meet and clearly demonstrate on your application?

• Four years of experience in inspection and/or in a specialized field of building construction.
• One year of experience performing duties equivalent to the class of Building Inspector III with Santa Barbara County assigned to a specialized field of inspection.
• Possession of an International Code Council (ICC) or Division of the State Architect (DSA) Certification or equivalent certificate in a specialized field of inspection for commercial buildings, and two years of experience in the inspection specialty.
• California registration as a professional engineer in a related field.
• A combination of training, education, and experience that is equal to the qualifications listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities listed on the job bulletin.
• None of the above - I do not meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

03

If you have a bachelors degree or higher, please list your institution name, degree received, and major. (Please be sure to also include the details under the Education section of your application). If you do not have a bachelors degree or higher, please type "N/A."

04

Please list in detail your journey-level experience in the electrical trade. Include the organization name(s), title(s), duration of employment, and overall duties. (Full details of this experience should be reflected in the Work Experience section of your application). If you do not have this experience, please type "N/A."

05

Are you registered as a California professional engineer? (Please be sure to list ALL certifications, registrations, and professional association in the Certificates/Licenses section of your application).

• Yes, I currently possess a California registration as a professional engineer.
• No, I do not possess a California registration as a professional engineer.

06

I understand that an Application Ranking will be used as a scored selection device that will determine my ranking on the employment list for this recruitment. I understand that the application rating criteria will be based on the Ideal Candidate section on the job bulletin. I understand that the raters will not have access to attachments, supplemental materials, or responses provided in my supplemental questionnaire when evaluating and scoring my application. This is your only opportunity to provide information in your application for the raters to evaluate. For information on protest procedures for the Application Ranking, please see Civil Service Rules 612 and 613: https://www.countyofsb.org/1444/Civil-Service-Rules

• I understand its my responsibility to provide the information on my application and agree to the terms of the Application Ranking.

Required Question

Employer County of Santa Barbara

Address 1226 Anacapa Street

Santa Barbara, California, 93101

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sbcounty