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City of Palm Springs, CA
Address , Palm Springs, 92262, Ca
Employment type FULL_TIME
Salary $67,308 - $90,516 a year
Expires 2023-07-22
Posted at 11 months ago
Job Description
Position Summary

This position is a member of the Building & Safety Department, and performs building inspections during all phases of construction, alteration and repair; enforces compliance with building codes, regulations and ordinances and works with developers, architects and contractors to maintain code requirements.

Examples of Essential and General Responsibilities

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Maintain files and reports regarding inspection and plan check activities and findings.
  • Enforce compliance with building ordinances, codes and regulations; locate and resolve cases of illegal construction.
  • Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
  • Confer with architects, contractors, builders and the general public in the field and office; perform counter service; explain and interpret building requirements and restrictions.
  • Research building methods, materials and practices as necessary.
  • Inspect buildings during various stages of construction, alterations and repair to ensure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.
  • Function as a member of a disaster response team.
  • Inspect setbacks, foundation, concrete, framing, plastering, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, energy requirements, ADA compliance, and a large variety of other complex and routine building system elements.
  • Examine and interpret plans and specifications of new construction, additions and alterations to buildings to determine compliance with the provisions of applicable construction codes, ordinances, and regulations.

Minimum and Preferred Requirements

Minimum requirements must be clearly demonstrated on the application to be considered, however, meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to compete further in the selection process. Experience requirements must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application, other sections of the application will not be used to determine experience qualifications. (One year of work experience is the equivalent of 12 months of full-time work. "Full-time work" means at least 36 hours of work over a period of one week or 1,872 hours of work over a period of at least 12 months.) Qualifications noted as "desirable" or "preferred" are not included as part of the minimum requirements.
Experience
  • Previous building inspection experience in a government agency such as a city, county, state or special district is preferred.
  • Two (2) years of increasingly responsible building inspection or building construction experience is required.
Training
High School Diploma or equivalent education is required.
License or Certificates
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment, a valid ICC Commercial Inspector certification in building, mechanical, electrical, or plumbing is required. One or all of the certifications are preferred upon appointment.
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver License with a satisfactory driving record (a driving record may be deemed unsatisfactory for any of the following reasons: three or more moving violations or reportable accident within the last three years; conviction of driving under the influence within the last five years) is required.
Special Requirements
  • Must successfully complete a pre-employment background investigation, physical, and drug screen.
  • Incumbent will be enrolled in the California Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Pull Notice Program. The DMV Pull Notice Program provides information on the incumbents driving record and driving record status on a periodic basis to the City.
Working Conditions
The following work environment and physical conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

This position works in a construction site environment; travels from site to site; exposed to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, inclement weather conditions; may work at heights on scaffolding and ladders or on slippery or uneven surfaces and may require maintaining physical condition necessary for heavy or moderate or light lifting; climbing, walking, or standing for prolonged periods of time.

Application and Exam Information

A completed application and supplemental questionnaire are required by the closing date and time. As a candidate for the position, you will want to be sure your application accurately reflects your skills and abilities as they relate to the position to achieve maximum opportunity. Applications will be reviewed carefully and only those who appear to have the best qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process.
Minimum requirements must be clearly demonstrated on the application to be considered as this information will be used to determine minimum qualifications. Experience requirements must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application, other sections of the application will not be used to determine experience qualifications.
Resumes and other documents may be submitted, however, they will not be used to determine minimum qualifications, please do not use phrases such as "see attached" or "see resume" as they will not be considered. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to compete further in the process. Minimum requirements must be met at the time of application submission unless stated otherwise.
The selection process for this position may include one or more of the following: application review, qualification review, written exam, practical exam, oral panel exam, and department interview.
Candidates must successfully pass each stage of the selection process above in order to continue to the next step. This process may be modified or changed depending on the number of qualified candidates.
Please remember to submit all your application materials by the closing date and time. Incomplete or applications received after the closing date and time cannot be considered. All information on the application is subject to investigation and verification.
For more information on completing your application materials click here.
If you are ready to join the exciting Team Palm Springs and you meet the requirements detailed above, please click the apply button. For more information contact Human Resources at:
The City of Palm Springs
3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262
www.palmspringsca.gov
760-323-8215

Applications will be accepted until closing date. The City of Palm Springs reserves the right to accelerate or extend the "Closing Date" of open positions at any time, dependent upon the number of applications received.

The City of Palm Springs is an equal employment opportunity employer and we encourage all persons to file applications. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, family or marital status, disability, medical condition or pregnancy, genetic information, religious or political affiliation, or veteran status.
Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of Palm Springs Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.


The City of Palm Springs provides a comprehensive benefit program for employees including:

  • Life Insurance
  • Retiree Health Savings Plan
  • The City does not participate in the Social Security program, except for the mandatory 1.45% Medicare contribution for all regular positions.
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Retirement Plan through California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)
  • Benefit program details vary by work unit and bargaining contracts. Click here to view additional information and bargaining unit contracts.
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Employee paid Supplemental Insurance Programs
  • Employee paid Deferred Compensation Program
  • Long Term Disability Plan
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance