Inspector Journey (Temporary) - Public Works (Prescott)
About The Position
The Yavapai County Public Works Department is seeking a skilled Inspector Journey to join the Right of Way Division for a temporary assignment. This position performs technical inspections and fieldwork to ensure compliance with county standards, permits, and right-of-way regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience in construction inspection, roadway maintenance, or right-of-way management, with strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently in the field. This will be a temporary assignment will run from January 5th, 2026 through April 30th, 2026 with a commitment of 40 hours per week.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in road construction or related field, to include (1) year as an inspector.
- Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.
- Knowledge of: Right-of-way construction standards for Yavapai County.
- Relevant ordinances, local and state codes, resolutions, specifications, and standards.
- Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and composition.
- Clerical office practices and procedures.
- Research techniques and report writing.
- Current Microsoft Office software.
- Filing and recordkeeping.
- Skill in: Performing safety and compliance inspections.
- Inspection clerical and office procedures, including various programs.
- Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and communicating orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone with public and employees.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
- Organization and adherence to detail.
- Ability to: Schedule and organize work to meet established deadlines.
- Measure distances using tape measure and and/or calibrated instruments.
- Maintain a friendly, professional work environment and attitude when working with others.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public.
- Keep management informed of key operating issues affecting the department.
- Remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties.
- Handle confidential matters and maintain discretion always.
- Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.
Responsibilities
- Reviews, approves, and completes data entry on right-of-way permits, access permits and property finals. Sets up inspections, assists inspectors, creates maps, and tracks permits.
- Assists with legal issues with regard to public right of way. Reviews preliminary projects plans to include new subdivisions, commercial projects.
- Coordinates inspections and addresses complaints regarding encroachments, drainage issues, abandoned vehicles, proposed street name sign installation, right-of-way issues, permits, access permits and assist other regulatory departments with final inspections.
- Maintains computer programs, corresponds with account holders and applicants to ensure compliance; prepares reports and other documents.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
High school or GED
