Introduction

The City of Middleton is seeking a Building Inspection Manager to lead our Inspection Division and play a key role in guiding safe, high-quality development across our community. This position blends technical expertise, leadership, and customer service-working with contractors, developers, residents, and City staff to ensure projects move forward efficiently and while meeting all applicable codes and standards.

Position Summary

If you're someone who can balance enforcement with collaboration, and take pride in helping a community grow the right way, this is a role where your work truly matters. What You'll Do:

• Lead and oversee building, HVAC, electrical, and property maintenance inspections
• Review plans, permits, and specifications for code compliance
• Conduct field inspections on residential and commercial projects
• Interpret and enforce local, state, and federal building codes
• Supervise and support Inspection Division staff
• Manage division budget and provide input on permit fee structures
• Work directly with developers, contractors, and residents to guide projects
• Investigate complaints and ensure timely, fair resolution
• Maintain accurate inspection and enforcement records
• Lead a high-impact division in a growing, high-quality community
• Work in a collaborative environment that values problem-solving
• Be part of a City known for innovation, responsiveness, and strong community trust

Salary Information

Starting Annual Salary Range: $100,267 - $107.787, Full-Time Exempt position eligible for the full benefit package

View City of Middleton's Benefits Guide: https://cityofmiddleton.us/DocumentCenter/View/14435/Benefit-Guide---City-of-Middleton?bidId=

Job Details

A regular, Monday - Friday, 40-hour work schedule is required for this position. Travel to City construction sites and residences is required. Attendance at evening meetings and special events may be occasionally required. Remote work opportunities may be available with supervisor approval.

• Work is performed in both an office environment and outdoors in all weather conditions, with possible exposure to noise, dust, fumes, and other environmental factors.
• Work will involve contact with the public, requiring effective communication and professional conduct.
• Work will involve exposure to stressful situations, deadlines, and conflict resolution.
• Work requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop, and lift objects up to 20 pounds.
• Work requires extended periods of standing or walking.
• Work will involve operating standard office equipment (computer, telephone, copier, etc.).
• Vision and hearing are required to perform essential functions and communicate effectively.
• Work may require climbing or working in confined spaces.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in construction management, building inspection, engineering, or related field - 5+ years of experience in inspections, construction, or code enforcement - 2+ years of supervisory or lead experience
• Valid driver's license

Required certifications at hire:

• UDC Commercial Building Inspector or Construction Inspector (with commercial endorsement)
• UDC HVAC Inspector
• Ability to obtain UDC Electrical Inspector certification within one year

Preferred:

• Plan Review Certification

We welcome a variety of backgrounds-equivalent education, training, and experience may be considered.

How To Apply

Interested candidate can apply online at the City of Middleton website. This position will remain open until filled and we're excited to review applications as they come in! We encourage you to apply as soon as possible for best consideration.

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.