Community Development Technician - Building Focus

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Employment Opportunities

Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Rifle.

The City of Rifle is actively seeking applicants for our vacant positions.

The City of Rifle is an equal opportunity employer. The City of Rifle does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.

Community

Development Technician - Building Focus

Under the general supervision of the Community Development Director, performs technical and administrative work supporting the City’s building services. Proficient use of the City’s permitting software and procedures, primary responsibility for inspection scheduling, contractor licensing, and administration of the building permitting process. Works closely with the Community Development Technician – Planning Focus and the Building Official to coordinate customer service, application routing, and project completion.

Residential building inspection expected after training and certification through formal off‑site training, ICC certification, and supervised field experience. This position is the developmental entry point on the Building Inspector to Building Official career track. This is an in‑person position that is not eligible for regular remote work.

Experience and Training

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree or college coursework in construction management, building technology, or a related field preferred.

Job Requirements:

Valid Colorado Driver’s License or ability to obtain within six months of hire. Ability to pass a background check and MVR with results acceptable to the City of Rifle. Ability to attend required in‑person training, including travel as necessary.

Required Training and

Certifications:

Complete City‑approved in‑person building inspection training and obtain ICC Residential Building Inspector certification (B1) within six months of hire. Obtain ICC Permit Technician certification within one year of hire. Maintain these certifications after attainment. Prior certification is welcome but is not required at hire.

Work Experience in Positions Similar or Related to This Job: A minimum of two years of experience in municipal government, permitting or regulatory administration, construction or development, project coordination, office management, or related customer service involving technical records and procedures. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered. Prior building inspection experience is desirable but is not required.

Ability to speak Spanish to communicate the technical aspects of the job to Spanish speaking customers highly preferred. Will be required to utilize available technology to communicate with Spanish speaking customers at a minimum.

This is a full‑time position with benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance as well as retirement, vacation, sick and holiday pay. The wage range is $25.56 to $28.18 hourly depending on experience and qualifications. This position is open until November 15th, 2026.

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The City of Rifle is an Equal Opportunity Employer.