Senior Building Inspector

Experience and Training - Sr. Building Inspector Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent, and four (4) years of increasingly responsible and recent work experience in building inspection and/or construction. Public sector and lead or supervisory experience is preferred. License and Certificate Possession of a valid driver license and a satisfactory driving record throughout employment. Possession of valid Combination Residential Inspector OR Combination Commercial Inspector, AND Plans Examiner certification from an approved agency. Special Requirements Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments and construction projects. While performing the outdoor duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts around high‑voltage energized electrical equipment, climbs scaffolding and ladders, works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and /or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; lift and /or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Applicants are encouraged to review the class specification for the essential duties, and knowledge and abilities required for the position. IDEAL CANDIDATE Newark’s ideal Senior Building Inspector candidate would be forward thinking, an excellent communicator, have an attention to detail, and be task oriented, focused, and outgoing with strong customer service skills. The ideal candidate would also have experience with standards of construction and should be well versed in all types of construction and occupancies. The candidate will also be a team player with the ability to work independently on their assignments. The ideal candidate demonstrates the City’s PRIDE Values including: Personal Service through professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to the community; Resourcefulness and Innovation to adapt, problem‑solve, and create value; Diversity and promote Engagement by fostering inclusion, collaboration, and meaningful connections. BENEFITS The City offers an outstanding benefits package that includes: Health Insurance : The City contributes the following amounts to employee health and welfare benefits: Employee only: $1,026 Employee + 1 dependent: $2,049 Retirement : CalPERS 2.5% @ 55 for Classic members or 2.0% @ 62 for New PEPRA members. The City does not participate in Social Security. The City participates in Medicare. Vacation Accrual : 6.667 to 16.667 hours per month depending upon years of service. Sick Leave : Up to 8 hours per month. Holidays : 14 paid holidays per year. Deferred Compensation : Voluntary participation. Life Insurance : City-paid $50,000 life policy. Educational Reimbursement : Up to $4,000 per employee per fiscal year. Long‑term and Short‑term Disability : Voluntary participation. Wellness : On‑site bicycle lockers, and employee wellness activities such as workshops, fitness challenges, and informal meetings. Health & Fitness : Employees and eligible family members living in the same household may use the Silliman Activity & Family Aquatic Center free of charge. Additionally, employees and their eligible family members receive resident rates for class registration and facility rentals. If employee declines all medical insurance with the City, employee may receive up to $450 cash in lieu per month. If employee participates in the cafeteria plan, but does not utilize the full benefit, employee will receive up to $450 “cash‑back” per month. Any cash back will be paid to the employee in taxable compensation. Proof of medical insurance is required. You may review the Newark Association of Miscellaneous Employees (NAME) MOU on our website for additional details. THE 2026 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS GUIDE SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS To be considered for this position, a completed employment application and resume must be submitted through CalOpps. The most qualified candidates will be invited to interview. The selected final candidate will be required to complete a background check, including fingerprinting, and a basic physical exam. We will make reasonable efforts in all phases of the selection process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io for accommodation requests. The City of Newark is committed to diversity, equity, belonging and inclusion in the workplace and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of any local, state, or federal protected class. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all potential employees are required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States. All new employees are required by law to sign a loyalty oath. #J-18808-Ljbffr