Building Inspector

Starting salary up to $46.23/hour ($96,487/year) and a competitive total compensation package!*

Permit Sonoma is currently recruiting to fill a Building Inspector position at either the I or II levels. If you are interested in being considered at the different levels of this opportunity, you must apply to the separate concurrent recruitments being conducted for each level.

Building Inspectors work within an assigned geographical area performing a variety of building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, floodplain, and fire and life safety visual inspections. They also review building plans and layouts for conformance with building codes, County ordinances, and departmental policies and procedures. This position works in indoor and outdoor environments in all weather conditions, and requires driving to remote, offsite locations.

The ideal candidate for this role will have at least four years of full-time paid experience as an accredited journey-level trades person, contractor, or inspector in the building or construction trade and will possess many of the following:

• Applied knowledge and understanding of the California building, housing, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical codes, fire safety standards, and/or related State and County codes and ordinances
• Experience with interpreting building plans and specifications
• The ability to clearly communicate complex regulations, requirements, and procedures to customers
• Proficiency in multi-tasking and working with various computer programs and electronic devices
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• The ability to shift gears quickly in a fast-paced environment

Please note: Possession of certification as a Building Inspector in one or more disciplines is required within one year of employment.

Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits
* including:

• Hybrid Telework - A schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignment
• Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range
• Career Advancement - With time and good performance, the opportunity for advancement to Building Inspector II ($48.19 - $58.58/hour)
• Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals and 12 paid holidays holiday hours per year
• County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options
• Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post-retirement health insurance/benefits
• Retirement - A pension fully integrated with Social Security
• Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment
• Additional Benefits - Excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, professional development, and more
• Student Loan Debt Relief - County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education

* Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found in the Service Employees International Union Local 1021 Memorandum Of Understanding (SEIU MOU) and our Employee Benefits Directory.

Permit Sonoma is currently recruiting to fill one Building Inspector position at either the I or II levels. This Building Inspector I employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment.

Experience: At least four years of full-time paid experience as an accredited Journey-level trades person, contractor or inspector in the building or construction trade.

Education: Graduation from high school and recent…