San Diego County Public Defender’s Office
Building Inspector II-25366109
San Diego County Public Defender’s Office, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Overview
County of San Diego, Planning & Development Services (PDS) is accepting applications for Building Inspector II. This position is assigned to PDS. Interviews will take place the week of December 15, 2025. Job offers for selected candidates will be made the week of December 29, 2025. Future salary increases are planned (June 2026 and June 2027).
The Position The duties of the Building Inspector II consist of performing inspections of residential dwellings, commercial, and industrial buildings for conformance with building construction, zoning and grading codes, and approved building and land use permits. The position is located at the County Operations Center in Kearny Mesa. The Operations Center includes 18 structures and houses 19 departments, including an employee gym/workout center.
Hiring Process and Timeline
Job Offer and Background Process begins after the interviews. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
Minimum Qualifications
A valid Residential Combination Inspector certificate or equivalent at the time of application; OR
A valid Residential Building Inspector certificate, or equivalent and any two (2) of the following: Residential Electrical Inspector, Residential Plumbing Inspector, or Residential Mechanical Inspector or equivalent at the time of application; OR
A valid CALBO Field Inspector credential at the time of application.
AND
Any one of the following certifications or equivalent at the time of application:
Commercial Combination Inspector
Commercial Building Inspector
Commercial Electrical Inspector
Commercial Mechanical Inspector
Commercial Plumbing Inspector
Building Plans Examiner
Certified Building Code Official
One (1) year of experience as a Building Inspector I with the County of San Diego; OR
Two (2) years of post-certification experience as a building inspector for a public agency responsible for enforcing municipal, county and state building and construction codes and land-use, zoning and grading regulations.
Notes:
Certificates must be issued by organizations such as the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO), the International Code Council (ICC), or an equivalent nationally recognized certification entity. Certifications may be substituted if determined to be applicable. Pursuant to California Health and Safety Code, construction inspectors, plans examiners and building officials employed by the County must meet certification requirements and continuing education requirements.
Miscellaneous The Department of Human Resources uses Blind Applicant Screening to remove personally identifiable information in recruitments to promote a fair and equitable selection process.
Evaluation & Selection The most highly qualified candidates, based on evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire. The names of qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month eligible list based on scores from the evaluation of information in the employment and supplemental application. If successful in the initial screening, your application will be reviewed to confirm accuracy and qualification. Reasonable accommodation may be made for a qualified individual with a disability, on a case-by-case basis. The County supports veterans and provides resources to maximize employment opportunities for veterans.
Condition of Employment As part of the pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Veteran Support The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and inclusion and supporting veterans. The County offers veteran’s preference and resources to translate military skills to civilian experience.
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The Position The duties of the Building Inspector II consist of performing inspections of residential dwellings, commercial, and industrial buildings for conformance with building construction, zoning and grading codes, and approved building and land use permits. The position is located at the County Operations Center in Kearny Mesa. The Operations Center includes 18 structures and houses 19 departments, including an employee gym/workout center.
Hiring Process and Timeline
Job Offer and Background Process begins after the interviews. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
Minimum Qualifications
A valid Residential Combination Inspector certificate or equivalent at the time of application; OR
A valid Residential Building Inspector certificate, or equivalent and any two (2) of the following: Residential Electrical Inspector, Residential Plumbing Inspector, or Residential Mechanical Inspector or equivalent at the time of application; OR
A valid CALBO Field Inspector credential at the time of application.
AND
Any one of the following certifications or equivalent at the time of application:
Commercial Combination Inspector
Commercial Building Inspector
Commercial Electrical Inspector
Commercial Mechanical Inspector
Commercial Plumbing Inspector
Building Plans Examiner
Certified Building Code Official
One (1) year of experience as a Building Inspector I with the County of San Diego; OR
Two (2) years of post-certification experience as a building inspector for a public agency responsible for enforcing municipal, county and state building and construction codes and land-use, zoning and grading regulations.
Notes:
Certificates must be issued by organizations such as the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO), the International Code Council (ICC), or an equivalent nationally recognized certification entity. Certifications may be substituted if determined to be applicable. Pursuant to California Health and Safety Code, construction inspectors, plans examiners and building officials employed by the County must meet certification requirements and continuing education requirements.
Miscellaneous The Department of Human Resources uses Blind Applicant Screening to remove personally identifiable information in recruitments to promote a fair and equitable selection process.
Evaluation & Selection The most highly qualified candidates, based on evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire. The names of qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month eligible list based on scores from the evaluation of information in the employment and supplemental application. If successful in the initial screening, your application will be reviewed to confirm accuracy and qualification. Reasonable accommodation may be made for a qualified individual with a disability, on a case-by-case basis. The County supports veterans and provides resources to maximize employment opportunities for veterans.
Condition of Employment As part of the pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Veteran Support The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and inclusion and supporting veterans. The County offers veteran’s preference and resources to translate military skills to civilian experience.
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