BUILDING INSPECTOR I/II

Salary: $26.70 - $49.74 Hourly
Location : Clark County - Las Vegas, NV
Job Type: PERMANENT
Job Number: 31614
Department: Building
Opening Date: 08/11/2026
Closing Date: 9/15/2026 5:01 PM Pacific


ABOUT THE POSITION


The Clark County Building Department is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Building Inspector I/II position within the Field Inspection & Structural Inspection Units. As a member of our team, you will perform a variety of residential and light commercial building inspections to ensure compliance with approved plans, local building codes, and adopted standards. This role is ideal for individuals interested in a career path that combines fieldwork, public safety, and technical code knowledge. The position includes on-the-job training (OJT) in inspection procedures and in-depth code training to support advancement and professional certification.
PLEASE NOTE: The Clark County Building Department supports employee development by providing training and covering approved, job-related certification and examination costs, including ICC certifications required for successful performance of the position and career advancement, in accordance with County policy.
Field Inspections : The Building Inspector I/II assigned to this unit will perform plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and building inspections of new and exiting residential and light commercial projects. Inspections are conducted to ensure compliance with reviewed plans, and locally adopted codes and standards.


Structural Inspections : The Building Inspector I/II assigned to this unit will monitor, analyze, and provide guidance of special inspection activities on a wide array of medium sized to large complex projects. Candidates will be tasked with the monitoring of quality assurance inspectors performing inspections of soils, concrete, structural steel, welding, masonry, fire stopping, wood, and permit scope.


PLEASE NOTE: ALL VAILD ICC OR OTHER NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED INSPECTION CERTIFICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED AT TIME OF APPLICATION. APPLICATIONS MISSING THIS INFORMATION WILL ONLY BE CONSIDERED FOR THE BUILDING INSPECTOR TRAINEE.
Building Inspector Trainee: $26.70 - $39.50 Hourly

Building Inspector I: $31.20 - $46.05 Hourly
Building Inspector II: $33.65 - $49.74 Hourly
The Building Inspector Trainee is a training underfill position, upon successful completion of the training program the successful candidate will be non-competitively promoted to Building Inspector I.

The Building Inspector I is a training underfill position, upon successful completion of the training program the successful candidate will be non-competitively promoted to Building Inspector II.

This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.

Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.

Some positions may be confidential positions and are excluded from membership in the union.

Some positions may be non-union positions and are excluded from membership in the union.

Valid ICC or other nationally recognized inspection certifications are required. Applications submitted without all valid ICC or other nationally recognized inspection certifications will only be considered for the Building Inspector Trainee.

Required certifications may be submitted in the following ways.

1. Listed in the 'Certificates and Licenses' section of the application.
2. Uploaded as a Word or PDF attachment to application at time of submission.
3. Uploaded as a Word or PDF attachment to an email and sent to Ashley Buggage at:

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

The Clark County Building Department located at 4701 W. Russell Road, Las Vegas NV, 89118,is dedicated to providing construction and development customers with state-of-the-art permit management, plan review and inspections services for residential and commercial construction. The Building Department is responsible for ensuring public safety through the effective enforcement of development and construction standards which include issuance of permits, plan reviews, inspection services for conformity to the State of Nevada and the adopted Model Codes. As part of Clark County, the Building Department is a dynamic and innovative organization dedicated to providing top-quality service with integrity, respect, and accountability. As the famed Las Vegas Strip sits at the heart of Clark County featuring unparalleled attractions like dancing fountains, a replica of the renowned Eiffel Tower, and some of the world's largest and most beautiful resorts, the Building Department is an integral part of the building industry and economic growth within Clark County. For more information regarding this career opportunity with the Clark County Building Department, please visit the department web page at:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience:

Building Inspector Trainee - High school diploma or equivalent plus two (2) years of either: full-time work experience or college level course work in construction, architecture, engineering, or a related field. Once the Building Inspector Trainee has completed two (2) years of full-time comparable building inspection training and attained a valid ICC as one of the following, a residential building inspector, residential electrical inspector, residential mechanical inspector, residential plumbing inspector, commercial building inspector, commercial electrical inspector, commercial mechanical inspector, commercial plumbing inspector, special inspector, they are qualified to be promoted to the next level, Building Inspector I.

Building Inspector I - Equivalent to two (2) years of college course work in construction inspection or technology, pre-engineering or a field related to the work or completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a recognized trade AND two (2) years of full-time journey-level experience in the specified trade area. Must possess a valid ICC or other national recognized certification by the department in one of the following: commercial building inspector, commercial electrical inspector, commercial mechanical inspector, commercial plumbing inspector, commercial inspector, residential inspector or special inspector. Professional level experience and/or education that has provided the skills and knowledge necessary to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.


Building Inspector II - In addition to the above: One (1) year of full-time experience in the inspection and enforcement of building codes. Must possess a valid ICC or other national recognized certification by the department in one of the following: commercial building inspector, commercial electrical inspector, combination inspector, commercial mechanical inspector, commercial plumbing inspector, commercial inspector , residential mechanical inspector, residential inspector or special inspector.

All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources.

Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment. At the Building Inspector I and II level, must possess a valid ICC or other national recognized certification by the department in one of the following: commercial building inspector, commercial inspector, commercial electrical inspector, commercial mechanical inspector, commercial plumbing inspector, residential building inspector, residential electrical inspector, residential plumbing inspector, residential mechanical inspector, residential inspector or special inspector.

Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.

Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.
Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician.
Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Inspects new and existing industrial, commercial and/or residential properties, and/or other building and construction for conformance to codes, regulations, plans, specifications and standards; depending upon level of certification and expertise, may perform several types of inspections on one facility at one time.
• Drives a personal or County motor vehicle to inspect sites and attend meetings.
• Confers with and provides information to developers, engineers, architects, property owners and others regarding code requirements and alternatives and County policies and procedures wherever possible, resolves complaints and problems.
• Investigates complaints of existing buildings to determine appropriate usage and if hazardous or life safety conditions exist.
• Reviews plans and specifications for buildings and related construction involving installation, remodeling, replacement and repair for use in performance of inspections.
• Documents and maintains accurate records of inspections, actions taken and regulatory efforts; prepares written reports and correspondence and issues notices to correct code violations.
• Works with District Attorney staff to prepare cases of violations; testifies in court as required.
• Oversees and provides quality assurance inspections for all contract inspection work performed for the County may oversee a specified program area.
• Develops and maintains knowledge of construction technology, methods and materials; updates code knowledge through regular training sessions.
• Develops and conducts training programs for less experienced inspectors in area(s) of expertise.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• Uses a variety of standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS


Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment and drive a motor vehicle in order to attend meetings and inspect properties; strength and stamina to inspect various residential, commercial or industrial properties or other facilities which may include standing for extended periods of time, stooping, kneeling and walking on uneven terrain at construction sites, climbing ladders, scaffolding and stairs; strength to lift and carry up to 30 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options
• More Money in Your Pocket
  • 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement
  • No Social Security Deduction
  • No State Income Taxes
• Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO)
  • - Employer pays 90% of premium
    • Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills)
    • 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost
    • Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health
• Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance - Employer Paid
• AD&D - Employer Paid
• Long Term Disability - Employer Paid
• Generous Leave Accruals that include:
  • 13 Paid Holidays including a Floating Birthday Holiday
  • Paid Vacation Leave
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Holiday Leave
• Other leave options
  • Catastrophic Leave
  • Parental Leave - Up to 90 days
• Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include
  • Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
  • Trustmark - Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care.
  • Sunlife Financial - Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
  • TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available
  • Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Onsite Fitness Center - $12/month

*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit.
01


The following questions 1-9 will be used to assist in determining if candidates meet the minimum qualifications. Please note that part-time experience must be prorated and credited as half of full-time experience (i.e., if you performed the task for two years in a part-time position, 20 hours per week, you can only credit yourself with one year of experience in that area).
Which best describes your level of education? (Applicants with foreign or international education, including full degrees, partial degrees, or individual credits, must obtain a professional credential evaluation from an accredited evaluation agency. The evaluation must verify the U.S. educational equivalency and, if the applicant is offered a position, an original and verifiable copy must be submitted to Clark County at the candidate's expense.)

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED
• Trade School or Technical Degree
• Some College (1-29 semester credits)
• Some College (30-59 semester credits)
• Some College (60-89 semester credits)
• Some College (90-120+ semester credits)
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
• None of the above

02


List all degrees received or college level course work that directly relates to the position. The template provided below must be completed in its entirety or the application will be considered incomplete and not eligible to move forward in the process. Type N/A if you have no related education (see template below).
College/University:
Did you graduate:
College Major/Minor:
Semester Credits Completed:
Degree Received:
03


Indicate your full-time professional experience in construction, architecture, engineering, or a related field.

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

04


Indicate if you have completed an apprenticeship in a recognized trade.

• Yes, I have completed an apprenticeship program.
• No, I have not completed an apprenticeship program.
• Not Applicable

05


If you indicated "Yes" in question 4, list all completed apprenticeships in a recognized trade relevant to this position (see template below). If this does not apply, type N/A.

Apprenticeship program:
Name of recognized trade:
06


Indicate your full-time professional experience in the specified trade area.

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

07


In order to be considered for the Building Inspector I/II position, you must include all valid ICC or other nationally recognized inspection certifications in addition to the application. Applications submitted without all valid ICC or other nationally recognized inspection certifications will only be considered for the Building Inspector Trainee.

Valid ICC or other nationally recognized inspection certifications may be listed in the 'Certificates and Licenses' section, attached to the online application or emailed to View email address on click.appcast.io.

• Yes, I possess valid ICC or other nationally recognized certifications and understand I must submit all certifications are time of application.
• No, I currently DO NOT possess one of the required inspection certifications and will only be considered for the Building Inspector Trainee.

08


Indicate which valid ICC or other nationally recognized certification you currently possess (select all that apply).

• Commercial Building Inspector
• Commercial Electrical Inspector
• Commercial Mechanical Inspector
• Commercial Plumbing Inspector
• Residential Building Inspector
• Residential Electric Inspector
• Residential Mechanical Inspector
• Residential Plumbing Inspector
• Other
• N/A

09


If you listed "Other" in question 8, please list all valid ICC or other nationally recognized certifications relevant to this position (see template below). If this does not apply, type N/A.

Certification:
Name of agency or institution administering the certification:
10


Do you currently hold a valid driver's license?

• Yes, I currently hold a valid Nevada driver's license.
• Yes, I currently hold a valid driver's license from another state.
• No, I do not currently hold a valid driver's license.

11


The following skills assessment is a self-assessment used to evaluate an applicant's training and experience.
I understand that:
A) Part-time experience must be prorated and credited as half of full-time experience (i.e., if you performed the task for two years in a part-time position, 20 hours per week, you can only credit yourself with one year of experience in that area)
B) The education, knowledge, and experience levels indicated by my skills assessment responses must be supported and clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of my application;
C) Any falsification or misrepresentation of the information listed on the employment application or skills assessment may result in removal from the eligibility list or rescinding a job offer;
D) Responses to assessment questions that are not supported and clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections on the application may result in question scores being adjusted to receive zero points;
E) Assessment scores may be used to consider applicants for the selection process;
F) I further understand that since exam scores will be automatically generated based on the applicant's response to each item in the assessment, score appeals will not be allowed for this recruitment.

• I have read and understand the above information regarding the completion of the following skills assessment questions. I further understand that this recruitment includes a skills assessment and that the answers I provide must be consistent with the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections detailed on my application and that scoring appeals will not be allowed for this recruitment.

12


Indicate your full-time professional experience performing inspections on residential and/or commercial properties.

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

13


Indicate your full-time professional experience documenting inspections and following through on code violation procedures.

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

14


Indicate your full-time professional experience reading and interpreting building plans and specifications.

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

15


Indicate your full-time professional experience using business or construction mathematics.

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

16


Indicate your full-time professional experience interpreting building construction codes and regulations.

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

17


Indicate your full-time professional experience dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone where relations have been confrontational or strained.

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

18


Indicate your full-time professional experience maintaining accurate records and files.

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

19


Indicate your full-time professional experience using correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation when writing reports or correspondence.

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

Required Question