Salary : $98,620.68 - $132,165.60 Annually
Location : City of Escondido, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 03780
Department: Development Services
Division: Building
Opening Date: 07/13/2026

Under general direction, to supervise, evaluate, train and coordinate the work of building inspectors performing inspection work in all phases of construction, alteration, and repair for adherence to plans, specifications, and state and local codes; to perform the more difficult or problem inspections; and to perform related work.
Key Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Supervises, assigns and lays out the work of construction inspectors engaged in the inspection of residential, commercial, industrial and other buildings for conformance to Building Code and other related codes and statutes;

Makes field inspections when difficult enforcement or public relations problems arise or as directed by the Building Official;

Checks methods of construction and quality of materials at building sites;

Submits reports on inspections;

Reviews inspectors' reports and makes decisions concerning recommendations;

Investigates and resolves complaints against inspectors involving code interpretation or professional conduct;

Recommends changes in procedures and work methods related to enforcement of building codes;

Trains, instructs, and evaluates inspectors in the proper procedures and techniques of inspection and the application and interpretation of Code provisions and departmental policies;

Oversees statistical data record keeping systems;

Recommends violations to be submitted for legal action;

Assists in division budget preparation;

Coordinates the automated building permit systems;

May serve as staff in matters coming before relevant appeals boards;

Provides plan check services for compliance with applicable codes for minor projects, including, but not limited to, residential additions and accessory structures, and commercial, industrial tenant improvements.

Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Participates in professional organizations to maintain current knowledge of related information;

Performs related work as required.

Supervision
Supervision is received from the Building Official. Supervision is exercised over Building Inspectors as specified by the Building Official.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
The Building Codes and state and local laws related to building construction;
Electrical, plumbing and mechanical codes;
Standards of acceptable building construction, materials, procedures, and safety practices;
Administrative regulations, adjudications and opinions relating to building inspection activities and enforcement problems;
General legal procedures involved in prosecuting violators of the building laws;
Principles and practices of supervision;
Inspection methods and procedures;
Proper methods of building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical construction;
Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications;
Principles of budgeting.

Ability to:

Analyze, interpret and accurately check plans and specifications for compliance with code requirements;
Prepare clear and comprehensive reports, plan correction sheets and inspection records and corrections;
Maintain cooperative working relationships with engineers, architects, contractors, staff and the general public;
Supervise the work of subordinate staff, including coordinating, assigning, monitoring and evaluating staff; hiring and training, counseling and disciplining staff; and processing grievances;
Train subordinates on the state-of-the-art construction methods and techniques and upgrade code enforcement techniques;
Make difficult interpretations of the Code and fair and equitable decisions where legal requirements are involved;
Mediate differences between the department and individuals affected by the Code through conflict resolution;
Perform algebraic functions using a calculator;
Maintain records, logs and to prepare reports.
Minimum Requirements
Education and Experience
Graduation from high school or equivalent. A certificate or degree in Inspection Technology from a college or university is desirable.
At least five years (full-time equivalent) of progressively responsible experience as a Building Inspector for a municipal or county building department.

License and Other Requirements
Certification by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Building or Combination Inspector.
Must possess a valid Class C California driver's license or be able to arrange transportation for field work.

Supplemental Information
NOTE: For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's web site.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to appear for testing. All positions require the ability to read, write and speak English. Types of tests may include written and/or oral examination, physical agility, practical exam or other appropriate job-related selection process. When testing is completed, candidates will be ranked on an eligibility list in the order of their test score. Selection for appointments is made from names certified on the eligibility list.

Additional information regarding the essential functions and physical, environmental and communication demands of the position may be obtained from the Human Resources Department. If you require reasonable accommodation in the testing process, such as an alternate means of testing, you must contact the Human Resources Department by the final filing date to complete a Request for Reasonable Accommodation form. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

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