Building Inspector

Building Inspector

The City of Laguna Woods is currently recruiting for one full-time Building Inspector to join its Building Division. The Building Division includes one Building Official, three Building Inspectors, and two Permit Technicians. Building inspections are offered in two "windows" – 8 a.m. to Noon (mornings) and Noon to 5 p.m. (afternoons).

Under general supervision of the Building Official, Building Inspectors perform technical inspections to enforce the California Building Standards Code and standards, laws, regulations, and policies governing building/structure design, alteration, construction, and maintenance. Building Inspectors also provide technical assistance to property owners, property occupants, contractors, and other parties, and perform administrative and clerical services.

Building Inspectors typically work 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with a one hour lunch break. Work schedules and hours will vary based on the City's needs and include some early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Building Inspectors may also be required to be on-call to address unexpected and emergency needs.

Essential duties are further described in the Building Inspector job classification.

Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for this position is qualifying. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess a high school diploma (or equivalent) and two years of fulltime work experience as a building inspector in the State of California.

Prior experience as a licensed general contractor or building plans examiner in the State of California may be substituted for building inspector work experience. Prior experience using Tyler Technologies' Enterprise Permitting and Licensing Software (formerly Energov) and ERP Financial Management Pro (formerly Incode) are highly desirable.

Must possess and maintain valid Building Inspector or Combination Inspector certification from the International Code Council ("ICC"). Additional ICC certifications are highly desirable.

Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver's License and must qualify for and maintain insurability under the City's vehicle insurance policies, as may change from time to time. This position involves the regular performance of duties and travel that require operation of a City of Laguna Woods-owned vehicle. Use of a personal vehicle may also be required.

Must possess and maintain valid first aid (adult, child, and infant), cardiopulmonary resuscitation ("CPR"), and automated external defibrillator ("AED") certification. Employees who do not possess certification prior to their date of hire must obtain certification within six months of their date of hire.