Inspection Services Manager

Job Title

This position manages the plan review and inspection services for the City; verifies and ensures proper plan reviews and on-site field inspections of properties are performed in compliance with the approved construction documents, adopted codes, and ordinances of the City; safeguards public health, safety and general welfare. This position works under the general supervision of the Deputy Director.

Essential Functions

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily.

1. Schedules staff to maintain levels and adequate coverage while allowing for time off. Manages all time off requests.
2. Directs the work of and manages the plan reviews and inspections of staff. Assists with interviewing and the selection of new employees. Assigns tasks, reviews work and prepares performance evaluations. Provides staff coaching/counseling. Provides assistance and answers questions, gives advice and recommendations to staff.
3. Provides leadership and management to all assigned staff.
4. Provides technical assistance and interprets codes, ordinances and regulations.
5. Coordinates, reviews and monitors plan reviews and inspection service activities. Ensures all programs operate within regulatory compliance.
6. Performs peer review functions for compliance with building codes, ordinances, regulations and division quality control program for plan reviews.
7. Conducts comprehensive audits on plan reviews per the departments IAS Audit policy. Maintains records for any minor or major errors for IAS.
8. Conducts random site visits to construction sites to confer with contractors regarding Inspectors and Building Department personnel for quality control purposes.
9. Assigns complaints to Inspectors for investigation and assures follow through with compliance per the department's policy/procedure.
10. Ensures compliance with safe working standards and practices.
11. Represents the Building Department at court proceedings and public meetings as needed.
12. Oversees the code enforcement process by reviewing compliance records, issuing warning and citations, escalating court appearance tickets to department leadership prior to legal action.
13. Coordinates fleet maintenance and repairs with the Fleet Division.
14. Addresses public inquires.
15. Performs inspections and plan review functions as needed.
16. Provides monthly reports to the Deputy Director & Director on highlights of the inspection team.
17. Responds to emergency calls as needed.
18. Acts as back-up for Deputy Director and the Director as needed.
19. Other duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in construction or a closely related field or two (2) years of related college course work; AND
• Five (5) years work experience in building inspections/plan reviews.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Registration with the State of Michigan under Act 407 as a Building Official, Building Inspector/Plan Reviewer as determined by the State of Michigan
• International Code Council (ICC) certified Residential Building Inspector, Commercial Building Inspector, Residential Plan Reviewer and Commercial Plan Reviewer or the ability to become certified within (3) years of hire date.
• Valid Michigan Driver's license with no more than 4 points currently on record.
• Intermediate proficiency with office computers and related applications

Supplemental Information

The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be submitted to the Human Resources Department.

• This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work requires sitting, frequently requires standing, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions and often requires walking on uneven terrain, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, riding, climbing stairs and ladders, and reaching with hands and arms.
• Work may involve mobility over rough or difficult terrain. Work is performed daily both in and outdoors under all weather conditions and includes exposure to inclement weather, noise, vibrations, airborne materials, and active construction sites. Work may also be performed above or below ground, to include heights over 10 feet, as well as underground crawl spaces.
• Work may involve entering and inspecting dangerous buildings that are structurally damaged and/or contain hazardous materials, dust, extreme noise, and poor lighting.

• Work has standard vision requirements.
• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
• Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and observing general surroundings and activities.
• Work is generally in a moderately noisy office setting and in the field.

Application Process

Application: Please complete an on-line application, located on the City's website. This position will be posted until filled with a first consideration date of 09/24/2026. Panel Interview: To evaluate technical knowledge, decision-making/problem solving skills, employment history, communication skills, and other factors related to successful performance in this position. Performance Test: May be used to evaluate intermediate skill with Word, Excel, and Power Point (70% passing). Note: The above examination information may be modified for this or future postings. We value diversity, equity and inclusion as a foundation for innovation and seek candidates who represent a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.

City Provided Benefits

Pension - 15% of employees salary contributed to defined compensation (401a) plan; 50% vested after 3 years; 75% vested after 4 years and 100% vested after 5 years Retiree Health Care Funding Plan - 5% of employee's salary contributed to retiree health care funding plan; vested after 5 years Vacation - 10 days to a maximum of 25 days annually as accrued based on tenure Annual Leave - 13 days annually as accrued Holidays - 12 days annually Health Care Core Package - Medical, Dental and Vision provided first of the month following 60 days of employment (buy up options available) Short-Term and Long Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance - provided first of the month following 180 days of employment pending successful completion of probation Tuition Reimbursement Plan - $2500 annually for approved courses Additional Benefits - Employee Assistance Program and Wellness benefit