Building Inspector I​/II

The City of Highland Park is seeking qualified candidates for a Building Inspector I or Building Inspector II position within the Community Development Department. The position may be filled at either level based on the selected candidate’s experience, qualifications and certifications. Generally, candidates with 3–5 years of relevant inspection or equivalent construction-related experience may qualify for the Building Inspector I level, while candidates with 5–8 years of relevant experience and applicable ICC certifications may qualify for the Building Inspector II level.

Candidates are encouraged to review the experience and certification requirements below for additional details.

Community Development

Senior Inspector

Conduct field inspections of construction sites and manages permit related correspondence and customer service coordination.

Direct supervision from the Senior Inspector and general supervision from the Building Division Manager and Senior Management.

Hiring Range: $30.09 ($62,587) to $37.61 ($78,228) mid-point dependent on qualification. Max of Range: $45.14 ($93,891)

Hiring Range: $37.87 ($78,769) to $47.34 ($98,467) mid-point dependent on qualification. Max of Range: $56.80 ($118,144)

Applies knowledge of development codes and related laws to perform field inspections of all types of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings to ensure compliance with adopted International Building Codes as amended. Detects structural, mechanical and other compliance matters, and appraises the sufficiency of design, construction and physical depreciation. Inspects projects in the process of construction, alteration or repair for compliance with building and mechanical codes, zoning requirements and conformity with approved plans, including design review approvals.

May also be assigned enforcement of other local codes as needed. Makes written records of field inspections results together with notes on any action taken. Prepares and maintains records and writes letters and reports regarding inspections and enforcement actions.

Meets and corresponds with architects, contractors, property owners and residents regarding the details of construction projects, compliance with relevant codes, plans and approvals, and the timing of work. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with architects, building owners, contractors, fellow employees and the general public. Addresses customer complaints, provides code information and explains departmental policies and functions. Coordinates inspection related work with customers, outside consultants and other City Departments and Divisions including Public Works Dept.,

Fire Dept., Finance Dept., Com Dev.

- Planning Div., and Business Development Div. as appropriate.

Prepares for and represents the City at administrative hearings related to Community Development related enforcement actions. Attends meetings, conferences and seminars related to building code and enforcement matters to obtain and/or maintain certifications.

Provides emergency inspections from time-to-time and provides inspection support during emergency situations. Conducts special event inspections from time-to-time.

Performs other related work as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be willing and able to perform all essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Graduation from a four-year high school or GED

3 to 5 years of experience as an inspector or an equivalent combination of educational certification, training and experience in commercial and residential construction practices and procedures.

5 to 8 years of experience as an inspector or an equivalent combination of educational certification, training and experience in…