BUILDING/HOUSING INSPECTOR I

Salary: See Position DescriptionLocation : Imperial Beach, CAJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 2025-012Department: Community DevelopmentOpening Date: 07/31/2025Closing Date: 8/15/2025 5:00 PM Pacific Description Salary: $5,529.00 - $7,049.00 monthly plus a 16% median adjustment and a 2% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA), pending city council approval.The vacancy is for one (1) full-time position. Under general supervision to inspect construction and/or housing of single and multi-family dwelling units, commercial buildings, substandard or dangerous buildings in all stages of construction or renovation for conformance to City approved plans, zoning, building and housing ordinances, codes and regulations; to process building permit applications and issue permits; to provide assistance to the public at the front counter; and to perform related duties as assigned.SUPERVISION RECEIVED & EXERCISEDWorks and receives general supervision and technical direction from the Building Official. Employees in this classification receive limited supervision within a framework of standard policies and procedures. This job class functions at a full journey level of classification and requires a thorough knowledge of current Federal, State, County and City laws, and codes and ordinances related to building construction and structural requirements. Incumbent does not supervise. Duties and Responsibilities Receive and resolve issues and complaints from the general public on building codes enforcement and zoning issues; investigate code violations; issues notices for correction, stop work orders and citations; serves as liaison with all parties to ensure corrective measures are taken and that issues are resolved in a timely and efficient manner. Performs other duties as needed to ensure the smooth operation of the office including answering phones, scheduling inspections, retrieving data in files/computer and compiling, routing and filing of building plans and other related construction documents and other related duties as assigned. Coordinates inspection activities with other departments to ensure compliance with all regulations including conditions of approval from city departments.Other Duties: Works safely and abides by established safety rules. Responds to and uses telephone or pager signals. Drives an automobile to and from job sites. Performs storm water and best management practice regulation inspections related to active construction activities. Provides information and assistance to architects, engineers, designers, contractors, builders, and the general public in the field and office; explains and interprets applicable codes, ordinances, and zoning regulations. Assist at the public counter; review routine plans and specifications; assists the public with the preparation and filing of permits; issues permits; maintains a variety of files and records related to the areas of assignment; input and retrieve information into computer data bases; prepare reports, correspondence, and a variety of other written material as requested. Receives and investigates complaints on commercial, residential and housing code violations, health and safety hazards; conducts necessary enforcement actions; performs associated duties for thorough investigations through procedures as outlined for Code Enforcement Cases. Conducts pre-construction inspections of various construction projects including, swimming pools and grading at construction sites for compliance with regulations. Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge of: Building construction principles and practices, including familiarity with carpentry, plumbing, electrical and mechanical trades. Methods and materials used in the construction of buildings and related structures. Pertinent international building and zoning codes, ordinances, and regulations including Housing, Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical and Zoning Ordinances. Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers. Principles and procedures of record keeping. Ability to: Understand, interpret, enforce and explain provisions of applicable building, safety, and zoning codes and ordinance requirements to contractors, designers and the general public. Examine workmanship and materials and detect deviations from plans, regulations, and standard construction methods and requirements. Perform the full range of building inspections and including the more complex commercial and industrial related inspections. Perform permit-processing procedures. Learn to analyze, interpret and accurately check building plans, specifications. Read and understand building construction plans, specification details. Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public. Keep records, use computer for data entry and prepare reports of inspections. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Apply technical knowledge of building trades work. Use sound inspection methods to examine workmanship and materials, and to detect deviations from plans, specifications, and standard installation practices. Review and check plans for conformance with codes and ordinances. Make arithmetical calculations quickly and accurately. Enforce necessary regulations with firmness and tact. Work independently with minor supervision. QualificationsEducation in building inspection/technology (minimum equivalent to 45 Community College units) with an International Code Council (ICC) Building Inspector Certificate; OR, two years of journey level construction experience with ICC Building Inspector Certificate; OR, Bachelor of Arts degree in a related field (i.e., engineering, architecture, etc.) with ICC Building Inspector Certificate.Requires inspectors to posses in good standing one (1) inspection certification at time of hire. The certification may be any one of the following; an International Code of Council (ICC) building, plumbing, electrical or mechanical inspection certification; or Class I or Class II Licensed Inspector issued for State hospitals, schools or bridges.A valid Class "C" California Driver's License.Applicants must successfully complete the following processes prior to starting employment:Interview ProcessLive Scan Pre-employment Physical Examination Including a Drug ScreenReference CheckFor a complete job description for the position, visit our website Salary pending City Council approval.CAFETERIA BENEFIT PLANThe City sponsors an Internal Revenue Code §125 Cafeteria Benefit Plan that offers non-taxable benefits to employees. It allows employees to choose from several different benefit options, and, if the employee exceeds the City-provided allotment, the employee may use pretax dollars to fund the costs. Alternatively, an employee may choose to pay for any of the available benefits with after-tax contributionsThe City provides medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending account. The City contracts with the CalPERS Group Health Benefits Division, which offers several options including HMOs and PPOs plans.CalPERS offers eleven (9) medical plans within the San Diego County. The cost for each plan varies and so do the co-payments. From January 1, 2025 thru December 31, 2025, the City will provide a cafeteria plan allotment of $2,257.97 a month for a menu of city provided medical, dental and vision plan options for benefit eligible employees and their eligible dependents. You will pay through pre-taxed payroll deductions any premium costs in excess of the cafeteria plan allotment.LIFE INSURANCEThe City pays premiums that provide group term life insurance and AD&D in an amount $50,000. Employees may purchase up to $300,000 of additional employee term life insurance. Employees may purchase up to $100,000 of additional term life insurance for their spouses and up to $10,000 per their child.SHORT-TERM & LONG-TERM DISABILITYThe City provides short-term disability insurance equal to 60% of income (up to $1,155/week) after an 8-day waiting period. The City provides long-term disability insurance equal to 60% of income (up to $6,000/month) after a 90-day waiting period. Both short-term and long-term premiums are paid by the employee.RETIREMENTEnrollment in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) as follows: New Members: For New Member miscellaneous employees, the City provides the "2%@62" formula. Benefits for all New Member employees are based on the highest three-year of compensation. Under this formula, the employee's highest three-year consecutive months of CalPERS reportable earnings are used to determine the level of retirement benefit. New Member Employees pay 50% of normal rate. Classic Members: For Classic employees, the City provides the "2%@60" formula. Benefits for all Classic employees are based on the single highest year compensation. Under this formula, the Classic employee's highest 12 consecutive months of CalPERS earnings are used to determine the level of retirement benefit. Classic employees pay 50% of the normal rate.The City participates in the Federal Social Security Administration Program. Employees pay 6.2% and the City pays 6.2% to a maximum wage of 176,100. 457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLANThe City offers a deferred compensation plan supplemental retirement program with Mission Square Retirement Internal Revenue Code §457 that allows employees to make contributions on a pre-tax basis (federal, and most cases, state income taxes are deferred until assets are withdrawn, usually during retirement when the participant may be in a lower tax bracket) - employee contributions. The minimum contribution is $25 per pay period. The "Age 50" Catch-up provision allows employees reaching age 50 or older during the year to contribute an additional amount annually. ANNUAL LEAVEEmployees accrue annual leave at the following rates:1-5 Years of Service - 12 days5-10 Years of Service - 15 days10-15 Years of Service - 20 days15+ Years of Service - 25 days The maximum accumulation is twice the employee annual vacation accrual. SICK LEAVEEmployees accrue 8.334 hours for each full month of service = 100 hours for each full 12 month of service. 800 hours maximum accrual. At the time the employee separates employment with the City and having 5 years of service, the employee may receive a lump sum pay of 50% (500 hours) of sick leave accrual. Upon retirement, for classic members, the employee may receive a lump sum pay of 50% of sick leave accrual and 50% conversion to service credit with CalPERS or 100% of accrued sick leave to CalPERS for conversion to service credit. New members are not eligible for sick leave service credit with CalPERS.HOLIDAYSThe City observes 14 holidays and 4 floating holidays each year.HOLIDAY CLOSUREAdministrative offices will close during the holiday closures. Holiday closure between the actual holidays of December 25 and January 1. Emergency Services including Public Works and Public Safety are excluded from the holiday closures. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM-Life Matters! (Emphathia)The City provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). The EAP provides confidential evaluation and counseling services for employees, family members and anyone residing in the home of an employee. BILINGUAL PAYMay receive $50 a month after successfully passing an oral and written test. TUITION REIMBURSEMENTEach fiscal year $1,000 is available for reimbursement for costs such as tuition, fees, books, and other required materials for approved courses leading to a college degree. Reimbursement is made upon written verification of satisfactory completion of coursework.COMPUTER PURCHASE PROGRAM$2,000 per 24-month period after successfully completing probation period.EDUCATION INCENTIVEFull-Time employees that have completed a probationary period are eligible for an educational incentive.Associate degree: $50.00 per month, paid on a bi-weekly basisBachelor's degree: $60.00 per month, paid on a bi-weekly basisMaster's degree: $70.00 per month, paid on a bi-weekly basisPayment for any degrees or certificates that is a non as minimum qualification. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS (FSA)Mid-AmericaDependent Care Spending Account - Employee may set aside up to a maximum of $5,000 per calendar year. Health Care Spending Account - Employee may set aside up to a maximum of $3,300 per calendar year.01 APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT - NOTIFICATION VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL (E-MAIL)The City of Imperial Beach Human Resources Department uses electronic mail (e-mail) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of your application. We do so as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs. Therefore, as an applicant, you are hereby advised of the following:1. Ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. Do not share email addresses. Spam or other filters should be adjusted to accept our emails. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails, i.e., for the non-delivery of email or if you fail to check your email-box on a timely basis, etc.2. Read any notices we send carefully and in a timely manner. Follow further instructions, if any. We recommend that you print and keep a hard copy of our notices for your records. I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the above. 02 The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Please note that your responses to the following questions must be reflected on your work experience. I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly. 03 Which of the following certificates do you currently hold? (Please select all that apply):Certificates must be issued by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO), the International Code Council (ICC), or an equivalent nationally recognized certification entity. International Code Council (ICC) Building Inspector Certificate A valid Residential Building Inspector certificate or equivalent Class I or Class II Licensed Inspector None of the above 04 Describe your experience conducting field inspections for compliance with all applicable local and state codes. 05 Which of the following best describes your work experience? (Select all that apply): One (1) year of building inspection experience with a public agency responsible for enforcing municipal, county and state building and construction codes One (1) year of experience as a construction and trades supervisor or building contractor for single-family dwellings, multi-unit housing and commercial structure Completion of a building trades apprenticeship program AND two (2) years of journey-level construction experience Three (3) years of customer service experience issuing building permits, explaining and researching fees, plans, maps, building codes, land use and zoning regulations Other, please provide an elaborate response on the following question. 06 If your response to question 5 (five) was "other," please provide an elaborate response here. If you did not select "other" on the previous question, simply insert "N/A" here. Required Question