Building Inspector

Join the City of Novi as a Building Inspector

Salary: $80,017.63 per year Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Are you ready to take your expertise to a place where your work‑life balance actually matters? The City of Novi (population 60,000+) is looking for a skilled Building Inspector to join our respected team of professionals who help keep our community safe, efficient, and thriving.

In this role, you'll perform as an integral and effective part of a proactive, technically proficient, committed customer service team. Perform specialized inspection work involving building construction and renovation to ensure compliance with established standards and ordinances, codes, rules, and regulations. Prepare correspondence, records, and reports. Perform related work as required.

But what truly sets this position apart is not just what you'll do—it's how you'll work.

Working for a municipality offers stability, balance, and benefits that private industry simply can’t match. Here’s what makes Novi a great place to build your career:

• Predictable Schedule, Real Work‑Life Balance: Enjoy a steady Monday–Friday, 7:30a.m. to 4:00p.m. schedule—no weekends, no on‑call nights. You’ll have the time and energy to actually enjoy your life outside of work.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Recharge with 14 paid holidays per year plus a paid time‑off bank from day one.
• Outstanding Benefits Package: Enjoy comprehensive coverage starting on your first day of employment with the City paying the full cost of your dental insurance for you and your family. We also contribute to your 401a retirement plan and retiree health savings account
  , with optional Roth IRA and 457 plans to help you build even more for the future.
• Professional Growth That’s Paid For: We invest in your development—the city pays for your continuing education, licensing, and even sends you to classes and training. You grow, we grow.
• City Vehicle Provided: Use a city vehicle for inspections‑saving you the wear and tear on your personal car.
• Job Stability You Can Count On: Municipal employment offers consistency and peace of mind, even when the private sector slows down.
• Keep Your Side Business: Want to maintain a business outside of Novi? You can—with the appropriate disclosures.
• Wellness and Engagement: Our Employee Wellness & Engagement Program and Wellness Reimbursement Program keep you healthy, active, and connected.

• Required education level includes high school diploma
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Minimum 10 years of field experience
• Candidates must be able to qualify within 30 days as a Building Inspector with the State of Michigan under Act 407
• Values diversity in the workplace and in the community.
• Proven track record of establishing and continuing effective working relationships with co‑workers and the public.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently and effectively provide a high level of service in accordance with the Novi Guest Service Guarantee Policy to all customers and visitors serviced by, as well as within the City organization.

This position is part of the Michigan Association of Public Employees (MAPE). View the current contract here: MAPE Contract. Please note, the City of Novi and MAPE are currently in the process of negotiating a new contract which will be posted upon ratification.

Join a city that values your expertise, supports your growth, and respects your time.

Questions about the position or accommodation requests can be directed to Human Resources at human resources or 248‑347‑0452.

The City of Novi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug‑Free Workplace. We’re proud to build a workforce that reflects the community we serve.