Supervising Code Inspector

The City of Yakima is seeking a dedicated public-service professional to lead the building codes division. In this administrative role, you’ll work closely with the Building Official to guide essential municipal operations and support a high-performing, community-focused team. If you’re ready to help shape Yakima’s built environment with professionalism and teamwork, we encourage you to apply!

• High school diploma or GED and five (5) years’ building or fire code inspection and compliance enforcement experience.
• Two (2) years’ lead or supervisory experience is preferred.

• Must possess/maintain valid Certified Building Official, Commercial and Residential Building Inspection Certificates from the International Code Council or the International Conference of Building Officials at time of appointment.
• Must obtain/possess and maintain a valid Washington State Driver’s License.

• Under limited direction and supervision performs supervisory and administrative work assisting the Code Administration Manager in planning, supervising, organizing, facilitating, and participating in the activities of the Code Administration Division.
• Responsible for direct supervision, coordination and execution of the duties and activities of the code compliance work unit.
• Drives to and inspects buildings and construction projects as necessary to ensure compliance with mechanical, plumbing, zoning, and municipal codes, and state, federal and other laws, rules and regulations.
• Conducts subordinate employee performance evaluations as assigned.
• Coordinates recruitment efforts, and new employee training activities.
• Supports day‑to‑day operational functions of the Code Administration Division and assists Code Administration Manager with oversight and strategic planning of division priorities and direction including service levels, performance and operations.
• Assists in supervising, planning, organizing, facilitating, and supporting the programs, processes, procedures, requirements and activities of the Code Administration Division.
• Participates in the work, and supervises, directs, coordinates and facilitates the activities of the code compliance work unit and other units within the division as assigned.
• Oversees the issuance of permits and other responsibilities of permit staff.
• Provides guidance, mentoring, training, support and assistance to ensure work is performed efficiently and effectively, with excellent customer service and response.
• Establishes and coordinates employee work schedules and coordinates work performed with other divisions as needed.
• Provides effective leadership and/or direction to subordinates engaged in all facets of building inspection, code compliance and code inspections.
• Assists, supervises and participates in the checking of building, mechanical and plumbing plans and calculations.
• Monitors major or highly complex construction projects for code compliance.
• Provides assistance to Fire Department as necessary with regard to fire inspections and the work of the Community Risk Reduction Specialists.
• Supervises, reviews and assists with the work of assigned staff within the Code Administration Division; trains, and develops staff in City standards and other related work.
• Provides professional leadership and ongoing development and learning opportunities to staff.
• Responsible for completing timely subordinate performance evaluations and regularly evaluating performance thoroughly and professionally.
• Provides guidance, assistance and direction to staff in resolving difficult or unusual situations and problems in the field or office.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable laws, State and Federal regulations, City ordinances, policies, procedures and sound financial practices.
• Recommends improvements to department operating systems and procedure.
• Observes, promotes, trains and enforces appropriate safety practices and procedures.
• Performs field inspections to ensure compliance with City construction and compliance related codes and specifications.
• Advises and interprets codes, regulations and departmental policies to other inspectors, contractors, engineers,…