Lead Inspector - Internal Only

County of Wake, NC•Zebulon, NC

1d•$33 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Wake County Permits & Inspections is seeking an internal candidate for a leadership role supporting fellow inspectors and the Inspections & Permits Division. The Lead Inspector provides technical guidance, assists with daily inspection operations, and helps ensure consistent application of North Carolina State Building Codes while maintaining a high level of customer service. The position is based at the Eastern Regional Center in Zebulon, North Carolina. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The hiring range is 33.38–45.06, and the market range is 33.38–56.74; the posting does not specify a currency or pay period. Wake County Planning, Development and Inspections provides building inspection and permitting services for unincorporated areas of Wake County and the Wake County Public Schools System. Through contractual agreements, it also provides building inspection services for Knightdale, Rolesville, Wendell, and Zebulon. This recruitment is open only to internal Wake County employees and contractors. Applicants must enter the unique ID from their employee ID badge to be considered. The position may require a background check. In an emergency, the employee may be expected to participate in preparedness and response operations, including temporary assignments with different duties, hours, or locations, and relevant training and exercises.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; equivalent education and experience are accepted.
Five years of experience in the construction industry; equivalent education and experience are accepted.
Standard Level III Code Official Certification in the trade(s) for which the position is the technical lead, required upon hire.
Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
Extensive knowledge of North Carolina Building Codes and North Carolina General Statutes as they relate to permitting and inspections.
Broad experience and understanding of construction practices and methods.
Ability to clearly communicate complex technical codes, regulatory requirements, and county procedures verbally and in writing.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, programs, and projects while setting clear priorities and timelines to meet established goals.
Ability to establish positive working relationships with homeowners, contractors, developers, architects, engineers, county staff, and municipalities.
Ability to communicate a clear vision for the team while demonstrating professionalism, integrity, accountability, and a positive attitude.
Applicants must include all prior work experience on their application and resume.
Applicants must provide the unique ID from their employee ID badge; recruitment is open only to internal Wake County employees and contractors.

Nice To Haves

Standard Level III Certification in Plumbing and Mechanical.
At least five years of relevant experience as a code enforcement official.

Responsibilities

Provide daily leadership, technical guidance, and support to Trade Inspectors.
Assist with assigning, coordinating, and monitoring inspection activities.
Interpret and apply North Carolina State Building Codes and applicable General Statutes.
Conduct inspections and provide field support when needed.
Assist inspectors with complex code interpretations, construction issues, and inspection decisions.
Participate in pre-construction and pre-submittal meetings with contractors, engineers, architects, and other construction professionals.
Help resolve challenging inspection issues and customer concerns.
Coordinate with other County departments, municipalities, and permitting agencies.
Support management in maintaining consistency, efficiency, and quality throughout the inspection process.
Provide backup assistance with commercial inspections and plan review as needed.
In emergencies, participate in preparedness and response operations, potentially including temporary assignments, exercises, and training.