Senior Building Inspector - Project Delivery - Public Works (6333 PEX)

Senior Building Inspector - Project Delivery - Public Works (6333 PEX) Full-time Job Code and Title: 6333-Senior Building Inspector Fill Type: Permanent Exempt Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below. Application Opening: Thursday, July 2, 2026. Application Deadline: Friday, July 10, 2026. Salary Range: $156,806 - $190,502 annually. Recruitment ID: PEX-6333-162321, RTF0162320-01061455. Appointment Type: Permanent-Exempt (PEX), Category 18: This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer and shall not exceed 36 months. Public Works currently has a vacancy for a Senior Building Inspector (6333) within the Bureau of Construction Management in the Project Delivery Division. Under direction, this position monitors and reviews records, reports and correspondence of subordinate personnel; performs inspections of buildings and structures as necessary; interprets and explains codes, regulations, ordinances, and laws pertaining to building construction and maintenance; prepares investigation reports; resolves conflicts between the public and subordinates; and represents the department at various meetings, hearings, commissions and boards. This position will supervise a group of building inspectors and/or subordinate staff whose primary functions are plan review, field inspections and/or code enforcement. Important and Essential Duties Supervises building inspectors and/or subordinate staff by assigning, monitoring, and evaluating their work; and providing training to inspectors on the interpretation and application of building codes, related ordinances and laws to ensure that departmental policies and procedures are adhered to. At the Bureau of Construction Management, the Senior Building Inspector manages a construction project to ensure quality control and code compliance. Reviews and revises records, reports, correspondence and plan review documentation prepared by building inspectors to ensure compliance with departmental policies and standards. Interprets and explains the codes, regulations, ordinances and laws governing building construction in the City and County of San Francisco to staff and others. Ensures that information concerning department procedures is disseminated accurately and resolves conflicts between staff/inspectors and the general public during plan review and field inspection activities. Represents the department at meetings, hearings and in court by preparing evidence and/or appearing before such bodies as the Board of Supervisors, Building Inspection Commission and other boards and commissions to testify or present information regarding code violation cases and related matters. May act as a team leader for emergency response on behalf of the department. Makes site visits and reviews plans with or without subordinate staff to check buildings and other inspections performed by staff. Observes, assists and reviews procedures utilized by staff during inspections. Performs inspections when subordinate staff are absent or as necessary to ensure inspections are performed correctly and completed in a timely manner. Working Conditions: These positions require the ability to work in inclement weather and possible exposure to hazardous conditions found in and around damaged buildings, structures or construction sites. They also require the ability to move into and out of buildings, tunnels, ditches and other related areas; to climb or crawl into and out of spaces that must be inspected; and to use ladders, scaffolds and other special equipment. A motor vehicle must be operated to visit inspection sites and respond to emergencies. Minimum Qualifications Experience: Two (2) years of verifiable experience as a building inspector with a public agency performing duties at a level equivalent to class 6331 Building Inspector with the City and County of San Francisco. License and Certifications Possession of a valid Class C California driver license. Possession of the Commercial and Residential Building Inspector certifications or the Building Plans Examiner certification, issued by the International Code Council (ICC), is required. Inspectors must maintain the certification as a condition of continued employment. Notes: One-year full-time employment is considered equivalent to 2000 hours (2000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40‑hour work week). Any overtime hours worked above forty hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine full-time employment. Condition of Employment Valid Driver’s License: Applicants must possess a valid State of California driver’s license with no restrictions that would prohibit them from legally performing the essential functions and duties of the role. Statement on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion At the City and County of San Francisco, we share a commitment to a diverse, inclusive and equitable community. Each member of our organization is responsible and accountable for what they say and do to make San Francisco an inclusive and equitable place to live and work by employing fair and just practices to and for all. #J-18808-Ljbffr Zuckerberg San Francisco General