Senior Building Inspector

City of Menifee•Menifee, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This recruitment is open only to current City of Menifee Employees. This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Senior Building Inspector positions. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the City of Menifee. Situated in the heart of southwest Riverside County, Menifee is a vibrant city of more than 120,000 residents. City operations are supported by fourteen departments, including fire services provided by CalFire/Riverside County and a contract City Attorney, all working together to implement the vision of becoming a premier, safe, thriving and inclusive city. With over 336 employees, Menifee is committed to creating a work environment in which our collective talents are recognized, valued and appreciated as we stive to serve one another and our community. If you are a collaborative, service, and solution-oriented person interested in working for a dynamic organization Menifee is the place for you! The Community Development Department supports the City’s vision for safe, orderly, and well-planned growth through the work of the Planning Division and the Building & Safety Division. The Planning Division is responsible for land use review, environmental review, long-range planning, and implementation of the General Plan and Development Code. The Building & Safety Division is responsible for building permit review, permit issuance, construction inspection, and enforcement of adopted building codes to help ensure the safety, accessibility, and quality of the built environment. Together, these divisions guide development from initial land use review through construction and final occupancy. The Senior Building Inspector plays a key leadership role in supporting safe, high-quality development throughout the City. This position is responsible for leading complex building inspection and plan review activities for residential, commercial, and industrial projects, while ensuring compliance with applicable building, zoning, safety, accessibility, and related codes and standards. Serving as a technical expert within the Building & Safety Division, the Senior Building Inspector provides guidance and mentorship to inspection staff, assists with code interpretation, conducts detailed field inspections, and supports consistent application of adopted codes and City procedures. The role requires sound judgment, technical expertise, professionalism, and the ability to work collaboratively with architects, engineers, contractors, property owners, City staff, and leadership. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced code professional who is ready to take on greater responsibility, exercise independence in the field, contribute to process consistency, and help safeguard the health, safety, accessibility, and welfare of the community through effective inspection services.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent supplemented by college level course work in civil engineering, architecture, building inspection, construction technology or a related field
Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience as a combination building inspector, performing duties similar to that of a Building Inspector at the City of Menifee.
Valid California Driver’s License
Building or Combination Inspector certification from ICBO or ICC.
Plan Examiner certification from ICBO or ICC.

Responsibilities

Lead and perform complex residential, commercial, and industrial building inspections to verify compliance with applicable codes, approved plans, specifications, and City standards.
Review building plans and related documents for compliance with structural, life safety, energy, accessibility, and other applicable code requirements.
Interpret and apply building codes, regulations, policies, and procedures, and provide clear technical guidance to contractors, design professionals, property owners, and City staff.
Review and process permit applications, assist with fee calculations, and resolve complex or escalated permitting and inspection-related issues.
Prepare clear and accurate inspection reports, correction notices, compliance documentation, and records of deficiencies or required actions.
Provide technical direction, training, and mentorship to building inspection staff to support consistency, accuracy, and professional development.
Coordinate inspection, plan review, and permitting activities with other City departments, outside agencies, consultants, and project stakeholders.
Respond to public inquiries, complaints, and disputes related to building inspections, plan review, code requirements, and permit conditions.
Conduct field observations, identify operational or service-level concerns, and recommend improvements to inspection practices and procedures.
Support departmental goals by contributing to efficient, consistent, customer-focused, and high-quality service delivery.
Attend and participate in meetings with City staff, developers, contractors, design professionals, outside agencies, and other stakeholders to provide technical input, resolve project issues, and support coordinated project delivery.
Perform other related duties as assigned.