Electrical Inspector

Salary : $61,858.18 - $92,693.85 Annually
Location : Southfield, MI
Job Type: Career Full-Time
Job Number: 202400331
Department: Building
Opening Date: 06/15/2026
Closing Date: 9/30/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Equal Opportunity Language: This announcement is only a summary of the position, its duties, job requirements and compensation. Further information is available from the Human Resources Department. The City of Southfield does not discriminate in its employment or any other programs or activities on the basis, of sex, race, color, age, height, weight, marital status, national origin, religion, arrest record, physical or mental disability, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected category. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability if requested.
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Description

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Representative Job Duties

• Reviews electrical construction plans, blueprints, and specifications to ensure compliance with applicable laws, zoning ordinances, and electrical codes.
• Makes on-site inspections of all electrical installations, fire alarm systems and signs, in both residential and commercial buildings to ensure conformity to approved plans; resolves on-going problems and/or questions; follows-up on complaints and inquiries relating to electrical problems.
• Advises electrical contractors, builders and the public regarding electrical codes, licensing, permits, proper material and procedures.

• Investigates violations of electrical codes and ordinances and takes necessary action to enforce legal requirements; attends court sessions and gives testimony as required.
• Prepares correspondence and reports and maintains detailed records.
• Responsible for electrical inspections for special shows, carnivals and shows on City grounds.
• Conducts 1 & 2 Family and Multi- Family Housing and/or other departmental inspections
• Performs related duties as required.

Job Requirements - As Determined By the City Of Southfield

• High school graduate or equivalent;
• Must possess an Electrician License at the time of application.
• One to two years plan review experience.
• Two (2) years' recent full-time experience as an Electrical Inspector OR construction experience sufficient to produce an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the National Electrical codes, NFPA codes, ICC codes and related standards and the ability to apply this knowledge in the field.
• Effective written and oral communication skills and the ability to work effectively with others.
• Registration as a P.A.54 of 1986 Electrical Inspector and Plan Reviewer with the State of Michigan, OR the ability to obtain such registration within six (6) months of appointment by virtue of previous training and experience.
• Sufficient analytical, cognitive and physical skills to effectively perform the essential functions of the position in the stated environment, with or without accommodation
• Valid Michigan driver's license and a good driving record.

Supplemental Information
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We offer a complete benefits package to career employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave and more!

City of Southfield Employee Benefits Summary
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Mandatory Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision Elections, or Opt Out


Supplemental Benefits: Term Life, Aflac, Met Law, Retirement Savings Account, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, FMLA, Flexible Spending Account, Residency Bonus


Blended Pension Plan Employees

Defined Benefit SERS

1.5% Multiplier for all years of service


3 Years Final Average Compensation Upon Retirement

10 Years Vesting


5% Employee Contribution

Defined Contribution 401a MissionSquare

3% 401 a City Contribution


3% 401 a Employee Contribution (minimum)


5 Year Vesting Schedule
Retirement Health Savings

Effective July 1, 2020 Tier III and IV employees shall contribute 2% of pensionable wages and the City will contribute $100 per month.

5 years of years of service: 50% vested


6 years of service: 75% vested


7 years of service: 100% vested


Participation in the RHS begins on the first day of employment and end on the day of separation.


Life Insurance MetLife

The city provides term life insurance benefits with accidental death and dismemberment for qualified employees as soon as possible, through the proper insurance carrier in accordance with the following schedule:

AFSCME 329 : 0-30 months employment $30,000 life and ADD, after 30 months of employment $50,000 term life, accidental death and dismemberment coverage.


ACS TPOAM PST AFSCME 3636: $50,000 Term life and $50,000 ADD Insurance


Medical Elections

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (2025)

Community Blue PPO 10


Community Blue PPO 12


Community Blue PPO 15


HAP HMO
Dental - Blue Cross Blue Shield
Vision - Blue Cross Blue Shield
Health insurance 1st day of the next month of hire date.


Employee has 30 Days to select benefits, otherwise will wait until open enrollment.
COBRA coverage through TASC - in the event of separation- you are entitled to continuation medical coverage up to 18 months.

Retirement Savings Account

Supplemental

MissionSquare 457b

or T. Rowe Price 457b

Retirement savings account with no employer contribution. Funds, added to a 457 can be pre-tax or post-tax.


Pre Tax funds lower taxable income in bi-weekly paycheck; however, taxes may have to be paid upon the distribution of funds in retirement.


Post-tax deferrals are taken from already taxed funds in your paycheck, which means that little to no taxes will be taken upon distribution in retirement. Loans are available.

Supplemental

Tuition Reimbursement

75% reimbursement for tuition and fees (excluding late fees) for city-related classes or degree programs with a grade of "B" or better, up to $2,500 annually, plus 75% for required books.
Residency Bonus

Annual residency bonus of 1.5% of annual salary by Jan 1st with proof of residency. Elected officials and contractual employees ineligible.


Fire and Police Excluded

Supplemental

MetLife

Voluntary Term Life and ADD

Additional life Insurance can be purchased for employees and dependents at an additional cost for the employee.


AFLAC Short term disability, cancer, accident and hospitalization insurance. Dennis Patton View email address on click.appcast.io.

Supplemental

EAP Ulliance

Employee Assistance Program through Ulliance- six free counseling sessions, legal, finance and life coaching programs. Supervisors are not notified if employee uses services.
FMLA

Family Medical Leave Act worked up to 1250 hours or one year. Can take off time to care for a medical emergency for themselves or immediate family members for up to 12 weeks unpaid. Absences approved by BASIC or FMLA vendor.
Supplemental

FSA & Dependent Care

Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent care through TASC are pre-tax funds that are used to cover certain out-of-pocket medical expenses and childcare costs. A total dollar amount is elected, and a debit card is sent to you to pay for incurred expenses.


Pre-tax funds are deducted bi-weekly to cover the cost of the total amount you have elected. There is an annual election limit of $3,300 for 2025.


Renew Annually, it's not automatic.

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