Administrative Skills, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Building Codes, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Inspection, Construction Planning, Construction Safety, Corrective Action, Customer Satisfaction, Electricity, Energy Efficiency, Fitness, High School Diploma, Life Insurance, Maintain Compliance, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, Retirement Plan, Safety Training, Technical Leadership, Web Design
RESIDENTIAL COMBINATION INSPECTOR
Salary
$65,478.40 Annually
Location
Jean Oxley Public Service Center, IA
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2026-00071
Department
P & D
Division
PLANNING & DEV - 0107A
Opening Date
07/17/2026
Closing Date
7/27/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
PP
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Description
Linn County is committed to creating a Customer-Centered Culture placing our internal & external customers at the center of everything we do! Why do we do this? We get that question a lot. The answer is simple: We want our customers to have a positive experience. Our co-workers are customers too. Exceptional internal customer satisfaction leads to exceptional customer satisfaction for the public!
Why work at Linn County?
- Competitive wages with annual pay increases & annual cost of living increase (depending on budget)
- Medical, dental, vision, short & long term disability, and supplemental life insurance
- Iowa Public Employees Retirement Pension Plan (IPERS)
- Wellness program offering credit on insurance premiums to eligible employees
- Free on-site fitness centers
- 100% County paid basic life insurance
- 12 paid holidays per year
- Training & professional development opportunities
Hourly Wage: $31.48
About the Role:
Performs plan reviews and construction inspections to ensure compliance with County building codes, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and minimum energy efficiency standards. The position provides technical guidance to contractors and homeowners, interprets codes, and ensures construction activities meet safety and regulatory requirements.
Essential Functions
- Performs pre-permit plan reviews to verify compliance with building, accessibility, and energy efficiency standards.
- Inspects construction work at designated stages to ensure it conforms to approved plans and County codes.
- Ensures compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and energy efficiency regulations.
- Interprets and applies building codes based on professional experience and current standards.
- Answers technical questions from contractors, homeowners, and the public regarding code requirements.
- Collaborates with the Building Official to resolve complex, site-specific code questions and provide interpretations.
- Reviews submitted construction documents to ensure they meet minimum standards for safety and performance.
- Documents inspection results and communicates findings clearly to stakeholders.
- Recommends corrective actions and improvements to bring projects into compliance.
- Serves as Secretary and Recording Secretary for the Electrical and Mechanical Boards of Appeals.
Minimum Qualifications & Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Associates degree in a related field preferred.
- Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in a related field required with experience in the construction trades or inspection areas.
Shift
Monday - Friday
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Read the full description here: Residential Combination Inspector Job Description
Learn more about Linn County Planning & Development here: Linn County Planning & Development Website
Linn County offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life, long-term disability (LTD) insurance and wellness incentives.
For a more detailed overview of our benefit package, click HERE
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Employer Linn County
Address Jean Oxley Public Service Center
935 Second Street S.W.
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 52404-2100
Phone 319-892-5120
Website http://www.linncountyiowa.gov