San Diego County Public Defender’s Office
Building Inspector I-25366009
San Diego County Public Defender’s Office, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Overview
County of San Diego – Planning & Development Services BUILDING INSPECTOR I Interviews will take place the week of December 15, 2025. Job offers for selected candidates will be made the week of December 29, 2025. Salary and Benefits
Future Salary Increases: June 2026 – 7.39% increase to base pay (3% Across-the-Board + 4.39% Market Adjustment) June 2027 – 7.29% increase to base pay (2.90% Across-the-Board + 4.39% Market Adjustment) Organization
The County of San Diego is accepting applications for
Building Inspector I
to fill vacancies in the Planning & Development Services (PDS), Building Services Division. Building Inspector I is the entry-level class of the Building Inspector series. Employees in this job class participate on a team to inspect residential, commercial, and industrial buildings for conformance with the California building code, zoning and grading codes, and approved building and land use permits. This inspection team supports PDS customers with a proactive customer service perspective and collaborative approach, acting as a guide and resource to approved construction drawings rather than a guard. Training is provided to ensure consistency in applying the building code and zoning ordinance across projects via lessons learned and best practice education from the Electrical, Plumbing and Mechanical review team. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in the field with contractors or homeowners, provide specific corrections for items not built per approved plans, and offer consultation on next steps. Flexibility to adapt to new situations is a plus. About PDS
Planning & Development Services (PDS)
is responsible for long-range land use planning, General Plan, Climate Action Plan (CAP), and Zoning Ordinance. PDS evaluates land use projects for regulatory compliance and environmental impacts, manages policy development, and advises the Board of Supervisors and Planning Commission. PDS comprises Sustainability, Long Range Planning, Building Services, Code Compliance, Land Development, Project Planning, and Support Services. PDS Mission Through operational excellence and customer service, PDS strives to balance community, economic, and environmental interests to ensure the highest quality of life for the public of San Diego County. For additional information, review the complete job description including minimum qualifications, duties, and essential functions. Position Details
You will be an integral part of our mission at the County Operations Center, a modern 44-acre regional complex in Kearney Mesa. Hiring Process and Timeline
Job offer and background process begin after interviews. Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening. Pre-employment medical screening: Approximately 3 days after successful background investigation results. Anticipated start date: Based on successful completion of medical screening or other mutual date. If not selected for this interview process, you may be considered for future vacancies. Minimum Qualifications
A valid Residential Combination Inspector certificate or equivalent at time of application; OR A valid Residential Building Inspector certificate or equivalent at time of application and any two of the following prior to completion of probation: Residential Electrical Inspector, Residential Plumbing Inspector, or Residential Mechanical Inspector, or equivalent; OR A valid CALBO Field Inspector credential at time of application. AND One (1) year of building inspection experience with a public agency enforcing municipal, county, and state codes; OR One (1) year of experience as a construction and trades supervisor or building contractor for single-family dwellings, multi-unit housing, and commercial structures; OR Completion of a building trades apprenticeship and two (2) years of journey-level construction experience; OR Three (3) years of customer service experience issuing building permits and explaining/ researching fees, plans, maps, codes, and zoning; OR An associate’s degree in building inspection technology. Notes: Certificates must be issued by IAPMO, ICC, or equivalent. Pursuant to California Health and Safety Code, inspectors and related roles must meet certification and continuing education requirements. Equivalent certifications may be substituted if applicable. Click here to review the complete job description including minimum qualifications, examples of duties, and essential functions. Note: The Department of Human Resources uses Blind Applicant Screening to remove personally identifiable information from recruitments to promote fairness. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred for an interview. Include experience in meeting minimum requirements in both the Work Experience and Supplemental Questionnaire sections of the Application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application materials. Notes on Employment and Evaluation
Condition of Employment: Pre-employment background check (including fingerprinting) and medical screening. Additional background investigations may be conducted. Evaluation Process: A six-month eligible list will be established based on scores from the application and supplemental information. If successful in the initial screening, the information will be reviewed for accuracy. Veterans: The County supports veteran hiring and provides resources to help translate military experience to civilian roles. The County of San Diego values diversity and inclusion and is committed to serving our communities with a skilled and supported workforce.
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County of San Diego – Planning & Development Services BUILDING INSPECTOR I Interviews will take place the week of December 15, 2025. Job offers for selected candidates will be made the week of December 29, 2025. Salary and Benefits
Future Salary Increases: June 2026 – 7.39% increase to base pay (3% Across-the-Board + 4.39% Market Adjustment) June 2027 – 7.29% increase to base pay (2.90% Across-the-Board + 4.39% Market Adjustment) Organization
The County of San Diego is accepting applications for
Building Inspector I
to fill vacancies in the Planning & Development Services (PDS), Building Services Division. Building Inspector I is the entry-level class of the Building Inspector series. Employees in this job class participate on a team to inspect residential, commercial, and industrial buildings for conformance with the California building code, zoning and grading codes, and approved building and land use permits. This inspection team supports PDS customers with a proactive customer service perspective and collaborative approach, acting as a guide and resource to approved construction drawings rather than a guard. Training is provided to ensure consistency in applying the building code and zoning ordinance across projects via lessons learned and best practice education from the Electrical, Plumbing and Mechanical review team. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in the field with contractors or homeowners, provide specific corrections for items not built per approved plans, and offer consultation on next steps. Flexibility to adapt to new situations is a plus. About PDS
Planning & Development Services (PDS)
is responsible for long-range land use planning, General Plan, Climate Action Plan (CAP), and Zoning Ordinance. PDS evaluates land use projects for regulatory compliance and environmental impacts, manages policy development, and advises the Board of Supervisors and Planning Commission. PDS comprises Sustainability, Long Range Planning, Building Services, Code Compliance, Land Development, Project Planning, and Support Services. PDS Mission Through operational excellence and customer service, PDS strives to balance community, economic, and environmental interests to ensure the highest quality of life for the public of San Diego County. For additional information, review the complete job description including minimum qualifications, duties, and essential functions. Position Details
You will be an integral part of our mission at the County Operations Center, a modern 44-acre regional complex in Kearney Mesa. Hiring Process and Timeline
Job offer and background process begin after interviews. Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening. Pre-employment medical screening: Approximately 3 days after successful background investigation results. Anticipated start date: Based on successful completion of medical screening or other mutual date. If not selected for this interview process, you may be considered for future vacancies. Minimum Qualifications
A valid Residential Combination Inspector certificate or equivalent at time of application; OR A valid Residential Building Inspector certificate or equivalent at time of application and any two of the following prior to completion of probation: Residential Electrical Inspector, Residential Plumbing Inspector, or Residential Mechanical Inspector, or equivalent; OR A valid CALBO Field Inspector credential at time of application. AND One (1) year of building inspection experience with a public agency enforcing municipal, county, and state codes; OR One (1) year of experience as a construction and trades supervisor or building contractor for single-family dwellings, multi-unit housing, and commercial structures; OR Completion of a building trades apprenticeship and two (2) years of journey-level construction experience; OR Three (3) years of customer service experience issuing building permits and explaining/ researching fees, plans, maps, codes, and zoning; OR An associate’s degree in building inspection technology. Notes: Certificates must be issued by IAPMO, ICC, or equivalent. Pursuant to California Health and Safety Code, inspectors and related roles must meet certification and continuing education requirements. Equivalent certifications may be substituted if applicable. Click here to review the complete job description including minimum qualifications, examples of duties, and essential functions. Note: The Department of Human Resources uses Blind Applicant Screening to remove personally identifiable information from recruitments to promote fairness. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred for an interview. Include experience in meeting minimum requirements in both the Work Experience and Supplemental Questionnaire sections of the Application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application materials. Notes on Employment and Evaluation
Condition of Employment: Pre-employment background check (including fingerprinting) and medical screening. Additional background investigations may be conducted. Evaluation Process: A six-month eligible list will be established based on scores from the application and supplemental information. If successful in the initial screening, the information will be reviewed for accuracy. Veterans: The County supports veteran hiring and provides resources to help translate military experience to civilian roles. The County of San Diego values diversity and inclusion and is committed to serving our communities with a skilled and supported workforce.
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