Chief Electrical Inspector

Palm Beach County is seeking a collaborative, forward-thinking Chief Electrical Inspector to lead our electrical inspection program within one of the most dynamic and high-performing building departments in Florida. This leadership role is critical to ensuring safe, code-compliant construction while fostering a culture of professionalism, accountability, and exceptional customer service.


The ideal candidate is not only a highly skilled technical expert but also an effective leader, communicator, and strategic problem-solver who can inspire teams, build partnerships, and navigate complex regulatory environments with sound judgment and integrity.

Position Overview:

The Chief Electrical Inspector oversees all electrical inspection activities across the full lifecycle of construction, ensuring compliance with the Florida Building Code (FBC) , National Electrical Code (NEC) and applicable local regulations. This role directs electrical inspection staff, serves as the Division's primary authority on electrical code interpretation, and plays a key role in advancing operational excellence and customer-focused service delivery.


Key Responsibilities:

• Provide visionary leadership and daily oversight of the electrical inspection team, promoting a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Plan, assign, supervise, mentor, and evaluate inspectors, emphasizing professional development, coaching, and succession planning.
• Serve as the County's lead expert on electrical code interpretation, offering clear, consistent, and defensible guidance on complex issues.
• Oversee and participate in inspections of electrical systems to ensure compliance with the FBC, NEC, and local ordinances.
• Review and approve inspection reports, permits, and documentation with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and transparency.
• Foster strong working relationships with contractors, engineers, design professionals, and the public, resolving issues through collaboration, diplomacy, and solution-oriented thinking.
• Support plan review functions, field evaluations, and investigations related to complaints, violations, or incidents.
• Develop, refine, and implement policies, procedures, and process improvements to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
• Champion customer service excellence, ensuring interactions are professional, respectful, and responsive.
• Stay current with evolving technologies, codes, and industry trends; lead change management efforts as needed.

Leadership & Core Competencies

• Strong emotional intelligence, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop diverse teams.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to translate complex technical information clearly.
• Proven ability to build trust, manage conflict, and influence outcomes across multiple stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to public service, ethical decision-making, and organizational values.
• Skilled in strategic thinking, problem-solving, and operational leadership.
• Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced, high-demand regulatory environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires qualified applicants to possess the following:

• Graduation from high school or an equivalent recognized certification; minimum of ten (10) years of combined experience in electrical construction work as an Architect, Engineer, Construction Code Official, Contractor, Construction Superintendent, Inspector or Trades Worker with five (5) years of experience in supervisory work AND two (2) years of experience in electrical construction inspections or electrical construction plans examining.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Qualified applicants MUST possess the following at time of application :

• Two (2) Standard Certifications, including one (1) as Electrical Inspector and one (1) as Electrical Plans Examiner.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred qualifications include:

• Possession of a Master Electrician credential and five (5) years of experience with commercial multi-phase electrical installations over 1000 amperes.

BENEFITS
Palm Beach County offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and financial security of our employees:

• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability Insurance
• Generous leave benefits: Vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays annually
• Florida Retirement System (FRS): Choice of Pension Plan or Investment Plan
• 457(b) deferred compensation program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): Eligible public service employment may qualify you for federal student loan forgiveness
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Additional benefits and employee perks