Construction Investigator - Maricopa

Construction Investigator – Maricopa County

Job Location:

1700 W. Washington Street, Ste 105, Phoenix, AZ 85007.

The Investigator will work out of their assigned vehicle. Computer/phone work can be done from the Phoenix Office or from a home office.

Salary: $71,500. Closing Date:
Monday, July 6, 2026.

The Construction Investigator is a critical position within the Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC). The Construction Investigator investigates complaints pertaining to violations of Arizona Contracting Laws. This position will report to an Assistant Chief of Investigations and will be assigned complaints in and around Maricopa County, AZ. The Investigator will be supplied a vehicle, cell phone and laptop to complete assigned cases.

Due to the public contact and outreach associated with this position, all Investigators are required to maintain a professional appearance.

• Investigate complaints against licensed contractors within the assigned region.
• Conduct inspections regarding poor workmanship allegations and document findings.
• Complete reports and write Directives, Warnings or other official documents.
• Increase public awareness of the Registrar of Contractors by providing general information to individuals and groups in an assigned region.
• Testify in administrative hearings.

• Equivalent to 5 years as a Licensed Contractor or in construction industry management or in building/construction inspections.
• Equivalent to a High School Diploma.
• International Code Council Certification or ability to obtain certification within one year upon employment.
• Please include on your resume any certifications or applicable licenses you hold (current or past/expired).

Candidates for this position will be required to submit to a criminal history investigation.

Requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid Arizona-issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R.).

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Deferred compensation plans
• Supplemental life insurance

This position will participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).

If you have any questions please contact the Arizona Registrar of Contractors at 602‑542‑1525 and ask for Human Resources.