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This position is with the Building Codes Division (BCD). BCD adopts and enforces the statewide building code relating to the construction, reconstruction, alteration and repair of buildings and other structures and the installation of mechanical, plumbing, and electrical devices and equipment.

This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees union (AFSCME).

Here’s what you will do:

As a Building Inspector, you will:

• Enforce the Statewide Building Code and adopted specialty codes and standards through inspection of all types of buildings
• Communicate code requirements to the public, contractors, and local officials
• Investigate cases of non-compliance and report appropriately

For a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities of this position, please review the position description.

Here’s what you need to qualify:

Minimum Qualifications:

Possession of all the following certifications:

• Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC)
• Commercial Structural Inspector Certification
• Commercial Mechanical Inspector Certification
• Residential Structural Inspector Certification

Note: Successful candidates must obtain the required certifications within 60 days of hire.

Requested Skills:

• Ability to communicate technical requirements/procedures to non-technical customers
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, occasionally with irate or upset individuals

NOTE: If you possess all of the following certifications listed below, it is possible that you could be hired at the higher classification of Structural/Mechanical Inspector, Multi Discipline with a salary range of $5,984-$9,190.

• Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC) 
• Commercial Structural Inspector Certification
• Commercial Mechanical Inspector Certification
• Residential Electrical Inspector Certification
• Residential Plumbing Inspector Certification
• Residential Structural Inspector Certification

Application information:

• A resume and cover letter are required for this job posting. Please attach them in the “Resume / Cover Letter” section of the application.
• Please ensure that you clearly demonstrate in your application materials that you meet the qualifications and requested skills listed above and that you follow all instructions carefully. Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date will be considered.
• You may be asked to submit a skills assessment, a writing sample, or a video interview as part of the application screening process.

Additional information:

• Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, an employee pay assessment will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered.  The assessment will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials.  On average, candidates new to state service will most likely be offered compensation in the lower to mid-level of the salary range.
• The salary range listed is the non-PERS eligible rate. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible after 6 months of employment, the salary range will increase by 6.95% and the required 6% employee retirement contribution will be deducted from your pay.
• The successful candidate must have a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Before an offer of employment, DCBS may request that you provide an official driving record.
• This position is subject to a fingerprint background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.
• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process. This information may be required after the interview process, depending on the requirements of the position.
• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans, Disabled Veterans & State Servicemembers. NOTE: If claiming preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks in the “My Tasks” section at the top of the Candidate Home page.
• We hire preferred workers!  For more information, please visit our website: Preferred Worker Program.

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