Building Inspector I/II

City of Highland Park•Highland Park, IL

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Highland Park is seeking qualified candidates for a Building Inspector I or Building Inspector II position within the Community Development Department. The position may be filled at either level based on the selected candidate’s experience, qualifications and certifications. Generally, candidates with 3–5 years of relevant inspection or equivalent construction-related experience may qualify for the Building Inspector I level, while candidates with 5–8 years of relevant experience and applicable ICC certifications may qualify for the Building Inspector II level. Candidates are encouraged to review the experience and certification requirements below for additional details. The primary purpose of this role is to conduct field inspections of construction sites and manage permit-related correspondence and customer service coordination. The position reports directly to the Senior Inspector and receives general supervision from the Building Division Manager and Senior Management.

Requirements

Graduation from a four-year high school or GED.
Building Inspector I: 3 to 5 years of experience as an inspector or an equivalent combination of educational certification, training, and experience in commercial and residential construction practices and procedures.
Building Inspector II: 5 to 8 years of experience as an inspector or an equivalent combination of educational certification, training, and experience in commercial and residential construction practices and procedures.
Valid Driver’s License required.
Building Inspector I: International Code Council (ICC) certifications in Residential Inspection and Commercial Inspection, Residential and Commercial Energy Code within 24 months of hire.
Maintain and obtain additional certifications as part of on-going professional development.
Building Inspector II: Relevant International Code Council certifications.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of municipal code enforcement and methods for conducting in-field site inspections to ensure compliance with building and related codes.
Strong written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a wide audience of people from residents to industry professionals and interdepartmental staff.
Ability and willingness to learn municipal code requirements.
Willingness and ability to consistently provide a high level of customer service to the public through tactful but firm facilitation of code compliance as necessary.
Knowledge of how to enter and retrieve information from database systems and how to use standard office productivity software – Windows and MS Office.
Performance of all work in a professional manner with the highest level of integrity and in accordance with the City’s conflict of interest policies and practices.

Nice To Haves

Candidates with applicable ICC certifications may qualify for the Building Inspector II level.

Responsibilities

Conduct field inspections of all types of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings to ensure compliance with adopted International Building Codes as amended.
Detect structural, mechanical, and other compliance matters, and appraise the sufficiency of design, construction, and physical depreciation.
Inspect projects in the process of construction, alteration, or repair for compliance with building and mechanical codes, zoning requirements, and conformity with approved plans, including design review approvals.
Enforce other local codes as needed.
Make written records of field inspection results and document any action taken.
Prepare and maintain records and write letters and reports regarding inspections and enforcement actions.
Meet and correspond with architects, contractors, property owners, and residents regarding construction project details, code compliance, plans, approvals, and work timing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with architects, building owners, contractors, fellow employees, and the general public.
Address customer complaints, provide code information, and explain departmental policies and functions.
Coordinate inspection-related work with customers, outside consultants, and other City Departments and Divisions, including Public Works Dept., Fire Dept., Finance Dept., Com Dev. - Planning Div., and Business Development Div.
Prepare for and represent the City at administrative hearings related to Community Development enforcement actions.
Attend meetings, conferences, and seminars related to building code and enforcement matters to obtain and/or maintain certifications.
Provide emergency inspections from time to time and offer inspection support during emergency situations.
Conduct special event inspections from time to time.
Perform other related work as assigned.