Building Inspector I (Housing & Dangerous Buildings)

Overview THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED Application cut-off dates are 1/15/2026, 2/15/2026, 3/15/2026, 4/15/2026, 5/15/2026, 6/15/2026, 7/15/2026, 8/15/2026, 9/15/2026, 10/15/2026, 11/15/2026, 12/15/2026. Definition and Scope To perform rule-specific inspection activities in the review of plans and inspections of new building projects, alterations, and repairs, to enforce a variety of codes, ordinances, and established standards to achieve compliance, and to perform other duties as required. Incumbents may be assigned to one or more inspection discipline areas including: Building Specialty Inspection Plumbing/Mechanical Specialty Inspection Electrical Specialty Inspection Roofing Combination Inspection Residential Combination Inspection Multi-Family Residential and Light Commercial Combination Inspection Residential Combination & Structural Plan Review Non-Structural Building Plan Review Plumbing/Mechanical Plan Review Electrical Plan Review Project Management Enforcement Case Management Responsibilities (highlights) Perform inspections of residential and commercial construction, ensuring conformance with applicable codes, ordinances, and standards. Review building and related plans; prepare correction notices; assist with plan reviews as applicable to discipline. Coordinate and manage projects, inspections, and regulatory compliance across assigned disciplines. Enforce code violations and coordinate with property owners, contractors, engineers, and other stakeholders. Maintain records, reports, and documentation; operate city permit and case-management systems. Qualifications Education and Experience: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that demonstrates required knowledge and abilities. Typical qualifications include: Education: Equivalent to completion of the 12th grade. Additional college coursework or certifications in building inspection or related fields is preferred. Experience: One year of experience performing building inspection work within one or more inspection disciplines for a municipal or county government, or three years of journey-level experience in the building construction field (plumber, electrician, carpenter, roofer, or related) within the applicable discipline; or equivalent paraprofessional/technical plan-check experience may be considered. Licenses/Certifications: Certification by ICC or other approved certifying organization in applicable discipline; valid driver license (California Class C) at time of appointment; ability to obtain and maintain necessary certifications within one year of appointment. Discipline-Specific Qualifications (illustrative) Residential Combination Inspection: knowledge of one-, two-, and three-family residential construction; competency to perform residential combination inspections; relevant ICC certifications or equivalent. Non-Structural Building Plan Review, Structural Plan Review, and related Plan Review disciplines: ability to read and interpret plans, perform plan checks, and issue corrections; certifications as appropriate for each discipline. Roofing, Plumbing/Mechanical, Electrical, and Multi-Family/Light Commercial inspections: demonstrated ability to inspect complex installations and manage related permit and plan review tasks; appropriate ICC or equivalent certifications. Project Management and Enforcement Case Management: ability to manage contracts, coordinate with departments, investigate cases, and testify as required. Special Qualifications Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at time of appointment; accommodations for disabilities as applicable. Certification: Incumbents must possess discipline-specific certification and maintain competency within one year of appointment; continued certification is a condition of employment. Probationary Period Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level. Upon appointment, inspectors may qualify and perform work in other disciplines. Notes Please note that the City of Sacramento communicates primarily via email. Verify email address on your application and check spam/junk folders. E-mail notifications can also be accessed through governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. #J-18808-Ljbffr City-of-Sacrament