Neighborhood Services Division / Neighborhood & Development Services Department
Application deadline: Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Visit www.icgov.org/jobs to apply online
Permanent full-time position available
Wage: $61,360.00– $78,561.60 (starting wage contingent upon experience)
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
Job Summary
Under general direction, performs residential inspections under city code as well as for the Housing Choice Voucher program. Prescribes action for conformance to housing, building, zoning, and fire codes and standards.
Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
Associate’s degree from an accredited educational institution and one year of related experience; or three years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certified Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor certification within one year of hire. Valid State of Iowa driver’s license with satisfactory driving record. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check.
Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution; or four years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in construction/building trades. International Code Council Residential Building Inspector (B1) certification within 12 months of hire. International Code Council certifications such as Commercial Building Inspector (B2), Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector (64), or other Residential, Commercial or Plans Examiner certifications (B3, M1-3, E1-3, P1-3).
More information
A full job description including a listing of essential duties and responsibilities and necessary knowledge, skills and abilities is available at www.icgov.org/jobs under Job Descriptions.
It is the policy of the City of Iowa City to afford equal employment opportunities for all employees and potential City employees.
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