Building Inspector

Under the leadership of the Economic Development & Planning Department, the Building Inspector will be part of a team in spearheading building inspections assuring they meet provisions of building, grading, zoning and safety laws and approved plans, specifications, and standards. This is a great opportunity for those seeking to use their knowledge of building and zoning codes; as well as, laws pertaining to construction research, investigation, and enforcement.

Must meet minimum eligibility requirements in accordance with State Act #407 for registration as a Building Inspector and Plan Reviewer and make application for provisional registration for both these titles within thirty (30) days of notification of selection for this position.

• High School Diploma or GED and six (6) years of experience in general building construction as a contractor, skilled worker, a person in charge of construction or a combination thereof
• Or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Registration as a Building Inspector, Plan Reviewer and/or prior building inspection experience preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must earn within first year of employment a B1 Residential Building Inspector Certification or B2 Commercial Building Inspector Certification and then, earn a B3 Building Plan Examiner Certification within two (2) years of employment.

This position requires the individual through assistance or on their own to walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, balance, handle, finger, talk, listen and visual acuity.

• Inspects buildings during and after construction for grading, zoning, and safety laws and approved plans, specifications, and standards.
• Observes conditions and issues notices for corrections to persons responsible for conformance.
• Interprets legal requirements and recommends compliance procedures to contractors and owners.
• Maintains inspection records and prepares reports for use by administrative or judicial authorities.
• Provides interpretation and enforcement of the Building Code and Barrier Free Design Requirements.
• Prepares reports, collects data and recommends structural code amendments.
• Responds to inquiries and resolves complaints from contractors, owners and the public.
• Conducts special inspections for special use permits, and residential and non-residential Safety Inspections.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

The City of Lansing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Certified Veteran Friendly Employer.

The City of Lansing provides reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, or during employment, notify the Department of Human Resources at . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case‑by‑case basis.

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Attach copy of resume, cover letter, and verification of education/Licenses/certifications.