Public Works Inspector I​/II

The City of La Mesa is seeking a highly motivated and detail‑oriented Public Works Inspector to oversee projects, streamline operations, and support effective decision‑making within our Community Development Department
. If you want to be part of an exciting, forward‑thinking team making a difference in local government, then the City of La Mesa invites you to apply!

Applications will be accepted for the first 200 submissions only, so we encourage you to apply promptly.

The Community Development Department consists of Planning, Land Development, Building, Housing, and Code Compliance, all working together to create a safe and healthy city through land use, permits, affordable housing initiatives, and code enforcement.

The Public Works Inspector will ensure construction projects meet City of La Mesa standards, and all applicable construction, local and state codes. Inspections will include grading, infrastructure (water, sewer, surface & drainage improvements) and stormwater compliance for private developments. Field inspections will include the verification of construction quality and plan adherence, resolving issues, scheduling, record keeping and closely collaborating with contractors, engineers, consultants, other agencies, the community, and other City departments, focusing on compliance for public infrastructure and private development impacting public areas.

The successful candidate will perform a wide variety of diverse professional‑level analytical and administrative duties as requested by management in the Community Development Department, including other specialized functions as assigned: coordinate and perform a variety of record‑keeping and administration duties; prepare reports or research to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations; coordinate assigned activities with other departments, divisions, outside agencies, and the general public;

provide information and assistance to the public regarding assigned services and general inquiries. Please note this position includes both field and in‑office work.

Employees in this classification work under the city’s associate engineer and receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the work unit’s operating procedures and policies.

The City of La Mesa is committed to delivering the highest standards of service to enhance the quality of life for its citizens through the effective planning and development of projects, including city’s infrastructure in an efficient and effective manner, all while actively engaging the community.

• Excellent organizational and multi‑tasking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills.
• Experience in reviewing and interpreting plans, specs, standard drawings, codes, and ensuring construction compliance.
• Hands‑on leadership experience to plan, schedule, and communicate with a wide range of people including contractors, consultants, coworkers, other agencies, and the public.
• Expertise in record keeping, documentation of findings, and reporting, including proficiency with computer software for scheduling, record keeping, and reporting.
• Problem‑solving skills related to field conditions, construction constraints, public complaints, and recommending solutions for project challenges.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

This position may be filled as either a Public Works Inspector I or Public Works Inspector II depending on candidate qualifications.

Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and every other Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. City Hall is closed on alternate Fridays.

For a complete list of job duties, please review the Public Works Inspector I and Public Works Inspector II job descriptions.

To inspect work quality and materials used in a variety of public works projects within the City’s right‑of‑way, including the construction, repair, maintenance or alteration of streets, sewers, storm drains, street lights, traffic signals, parks, landscape medians and…