Building Inspector I-21366001

County of San Diego
Planning & Development Services
BUILDING INSPECTOR I

The County of San Diego is currently accepting applications for Building Inspector I, to fill two immediate vacancies in the County's Planning & Development Services (PDS), Building Services Division, 

Building Inspector I is the entry-level class of the Building Inspector series.  Employees in in this job class will participate on a team to inspect residential dwellings, commercial, and industrial buildings for conformance with the California building code, zoning and grading codes, and approved building and land use permits.

This inspection team supports PDS customers with an effective and pro-active customer service perspective and collaborative approach, allowing them to work as a guide and resource to the approved construction drawings, rather than a guard.  This attitude and approach are key in the success with the County Team.

The County provides additional on-the-job training to ensure that our team is consistent in approach to the application of the building code and zoning ordinance on all projects.  This training is conducted via lessons learned and best practice education from the Electrical, Plumbing and Mechanical review team.  

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in the field with contractors or homeowners.  The ideal candidate will demonstrate skill and willingness to provide specific corrections for items that are not being constructed per approved plans; and willingness to provide consultation and guidance on next steps.  The ability to demonstrate an open mind, as well as flexibility to adjust to new situations, are a plus.

Planning & Development Services (PDS)

The County of San Diego is committed to helping communities thrive while protecting the region's unique and diverse natural resources.  PDS is responsible for long range land use planning, including the County of San Diego's General Plan, Climate Action Plan (CAP), and Zoning Ordinance.  The department evaluates land use projects for regulatory compliance and environmental impacts, manages long range planning policy formulation, and related ordinances.  PDS advises the Board of Supervisors and Planning Commission on all land use projects, policy, and programs in the unincorporated county.  PDS has seven major divisions: Sustainability, Long Range Planning, Building Services, Code Compliance, Land Development, Project Planning, and Support Services.

PDS Mission

Through operational excellence and attention to customer service, Planning & Development Services (PDS) strives to balance community, economic and environmental interests to ensure the highest quality of life for the public of San Diego County.

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You are invited to apply for Building Inspector I; if selected, you will be an integral part of our mission. Our department is located at the County Operations Center, a modern 44-acre regional complex in Kearney Mesa.  The Operations Center includes 18 structures and houses 19 departments, including an employee gym/workout center.  

Selection Interview Date

Interviews will take place on April 28, 2022.  Job offers for selected candidates will be made the same day.  Candidates should be prepared to immediately complete background paperwork, upon receipt of a job offer.
 
The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.  Please note that dates are approximate and are dependent upon the successful completion of each step of the process.

Job Offer and Background Process begins: April 28, 2022.

Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.

Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of background or other mutually agreed upon date.

Minimum Qualifications

1. A valid Residential Combination Inspector certificate or equivalent at the time of application; OR,
2. A valid Residential Building Inspector certificate or equivalent at the time of application and any two of the following prior to the completion of the probationary period: Residential Electrical Inspector, Residential Plumbing Inspector, or Residential Mechanical Inspector, or equivalent; OR,
3. A valid CALBO Field Inspector credential at the time of application.

1. One (1) year of building inspection experience with a public agency responsible for enforcing municipal, county and state building and construction codes; OR,
2. One (1) year of experience as a construction and trades supervisor or building contractor for single-family dwellings, multi-unit housing and commercial structure; OR,
3. Completion of a building trades apprenticeship program and two (2) years of journey-level construction experience; OR,
4. Three (3) years of customer service experience issuing building permits, explaining and researching fees, plans, maps, building codes, land-use and zoning regulations; OR,
5. An associate's degree from an accredited community college in building inspection technology. 

Notes:

Certificates must be issued by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO), the International Code Council (ICC), or an equivalent nationally recognized certification entity.

Pursuant to California Health and Safety Code, construction inspectors, plans examiners and building officials (also professional engineers, licensed land surveyors and licensed architects) employed by the County of San Diego to perform the above duties, must meet certification requirements and continuing education requirements.

Equivalent certifications may be substituted if determined to be applicable.

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CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position.

Evaluation Process

Qualified applicants will be placed on a twelve (12) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment and supplemental applications.  Please ensure all information is complete and accurate, as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system.  If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis. 

Salary : $60,528 - $74,277