*New Building Inspector class specification pending City Council approval.*

The Community:

As the sixth largest city in San Diego County, El Cajon is seen as a leader among cities and a wonderful location to live, work and play. El Cajon boasts a diverse and vibrant community, safe and attractive neighborhoods, many parks and recreation centers, award-winning schools, libraries, and first-class police and fire departments. Through the vision of the El Cajon City Council, El Cajon is able to balance new growth and development while preserving a rich and honored heritage. Ultimately, El Cajon is a shining example of a local government that provides exceptional municipal service with an innovative mindset.

The Opportunity:

The Community Development Department is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced individual to perform journey-level and specialized building inspections in compliance with approved plans, adopted codes, and State and Federal regulations and/or local ordinances.

The Recruitment Process:

Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires will be screened. The most highly qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process which includes a Qualifications Appraisal Interview. Successful candidates will be placed on an eligible list for employment consideration for at least six months. The Qualification Appraisal Interviews have beententatively scheduled for October 22, 2024.

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Experience: At least three years of full-time work experience in the construction or fire prevention industries including plan reading and building construction or fire safety systems at the journey level involving one or more of the major construction trades, i.e., carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical or fire protection systems. Experience as a building inspector is highly desirable.

Education: Educational achievement equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by additional training in construction inspection, architecture, civil or structural engineering, code enforcement, or fire prevention.

Special Requirements:

Possession of an International Code Council certification as a combination Building Inspector or other certification as approved.
Ability to complete PC 832 certification within twelve months of appointment.
Possession of or ability to obtain, prior to employment, a valid Class C California driver's license with a safe driving record.

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Building Inspector