PLANS EXAMINER/BUILDING INSPECTOR

Plans Examiner/Building Inspector

Are you the kind of person who gets excited by blueprints, loves solving tricky code puzzles, and takes pride in helping projects come to life safely? Then the Town of Paradise Valley (Town) wants you. We're a tight-knit building department that values curiosity, clear communication, and a can-do attitude. As our Plans Examiner/Building Inspector, you'll be the trusted technical guide for builders, designers, and homeowners — keeping our community safe while supporting great design!

More specifically, you will:

• Review architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection plans for code compliance and practical constructability.
• Write clear, constructive plan review comments and work with applicants through revisions.
• Perform on-site inspections at key construction stages and document results accurately.
• Communicate directly with contractors, designers, and homeowners — explain requirements clearly and professionally.
• Collaborate with planning, engineering, and other teams to resolve complex issues.
• Stay current on local, state, and federal fire and building codes and best practices; bring ideas for process improvements.

To become our Plans Examiner/Building Inspector, the Town requires:

• Possession of high school diploma or GED certificate.
• Three years of experience in building construction, building inspection, fire inspection, construction trades, code enforcement, or closely related field including experience in commercial construction.
• A combination of related post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis.

The deadline to apply online is Thursday, June 11, 2026. Interested candidates must complete an online application. Incomplete applications will be rejected with no further consideration. Applicants must meet the posted minimum requirements. The successful applicant must pass a background investigation which may include employment, education, driving, and criminal history checks. The Town of Paradise Valley is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified applicants to apply.

Competitive salary: $81,702 - $108,930 (DOE).

3% market salary increase on 07/01/2026.

2% performance salary increase upon successful completion of 6-month probationary period.

3% market salary increase on 01/01/2027.

Engaged and supportive leadership and team environment.

Plus a comprehensive benefits package (subject to specific provisions):

• 100% Town-paid medical and dental for employees, with up to 90% Town-paid premiums for dependents.
• Starting paid vacation accruals of 120 hours annually, with 60 hours of vacation advanced upon hire.
• 13 paid personal/designated holidays.
• Cell phone allowance or business cell phone provided.
• Sick leave accruals
• 320 hours of paid parental leave
• $5,250 tuition reimbursement annually
• Basic life, AD&D, and short-term disability coverage (100% Town-paid).
• Enrollment in ASRS with excellent retirement benefits (defined benefit retirement plan).

Address: 6401 East Lincoln Drive Paradise Valley, Arizona, 85253