Building Inspector - Development Services

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

10d • $27 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

Pima County Development Services is seeking a knowledgeable and customer-focused Building Inspector to help ensure safe, code-compliant development throughout our community. In this role, you'll inspect residential, commercial, and industrial construction projects for compliance with approved plans, building codes, County regulations, and industry standards. You'll work closely with contractors, property owners, architects, engineers, and developers to identify code deficiencies, provide technical guidance, and support timely project completion. Responsibilities include conducting field inspections, reviewing plans and permits, documenting inspection results, issuing correction notices, and interpreting building codes for customers and stakeholders. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of construction methods and building codes, excellent communication and customer service skills, and the ability to interpret construction plans and technical documents. If you're committed to public safety, quality construction, and exceptional service, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

• Five years of experience as a contractor, engineer, architect, building inspector or as a superintendent, foreman or mechanic in charge of construction. (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.) OR: Three years of experience in a public-sector building inspection/enforcement setting as a Codes Enforcement, Building or Plans Examiner, Public Works Construction Inspector or related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND two (2) current International Codes Council (ICC) certifications as a Residential Inspector or related certifications.
• Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
• Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.
• The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures.
• All positions require ICC Inspection-related certifications prior to completion of initial/promotional probation.
• The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history.
• This position will require a post-job offer physical and/or drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• ICC Residential Building Inspector (R1) certification or other related ICC residential inspection certification.
• Minimum one (1) year experience performing residential building inspections and applying/interpreting building codes and regulations.
• Minimum one (1) year experience interpreting residential construction plans, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Minimum one (1) year experience identifying code deficiencies, issuing correction notices, and conducting follow-up inspections.
• Minimum one (1) year experience using permitting, inspection management, or electronic records management software.
• Minimum one (1) year experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams).
• Minimum one (1) year experience providing technical guidance and customer service to contractors, homeowners, design professionals, and the public.
• Minimum one (1) year experience with residential construction methods, building systems, and applicable zoning or development regulations.

Responsibilities

• Inspects commercial and residential structures and regulated equipment for compliance with permitted activities and County and industry general and specialized standard codes
• Conducts or assists other Building Inspectors with complex commercial or commercial/residential structures and regulated equipment inspections
• Reviews plans, specifications and related technical materials to determine compliance with applicable permits, codes and industry standards
• Schedules and documents inspection activities, to include issuing approval and correction notices
• Identifies and documents defects or deviations from permitted or code-required construction activities, issues rejection or correction notices, performs follow-up inspections to verify corrections and completes reports
• Consults with contractors, property owners and construction-permit holders to assist them with general code compliance and in resolving defects and deviations from permitted activities and applicable codes and standards
• Identifies discrepancies, potential conflicts and recommended changes to building codes, laws, statutes and standards for management attention and decision
• Prepares and submits routine, recurring and special reports to management
• Operates and performs operator-level servicing of assigned County vehicles
• Maintains activity records in manual and automated systems

Benefits

• competitive salaries
• generous health insurance coverage
• retirement plans
• flexible work schedules
• a generous family leave policy
• wellness programs
• opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs
• County-wide employee recognition program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed