Building Inspector

Under general supervision, the Building Inspector inspects new and existing buildings and structures to enforce conformance to building, grading, and zoning laws and approved plans, specifications, and standards.

A resume and cover letter are required and must be uploaded with the online application in order to be considered. The position will be filled after May 1, 2026.

• 40% – Conducts inspections of commercial and residential construction or upgrading projects in order to ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations (e.g., inspects materials, methods, and construction quality; identifies code violations; etc.). Reviews construction plans and zoning applications in order to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances; issues permits when plans are approved; conducts engineering technical inspections.
• 20% – Prepares and maintains records, reports, and other documentation related to the operation of the department.
• 15% – Remains current on changes in applicable codes and construction practices and makes recommendations to the Chief Building Official.
• 10% – Provides information to the general public and contractors on building codes and interpretations of such codes, general construction problems and other building code related issues; receives and responds to complaints or inquiries from citizens, attorneys, government officials, and others regarding zoning ordinance issues and conducts inspections to ensure compliance with City zoning ordinances.
• 10% – Maintains contact with City personnel/departments, homeowners, contractors, builders, the general public, and various government agencies/officials to obtain or disseminate information; appears in court as necessary.
• 5% – Performs other duties as assigned.

Attends meetings and serves on committees, as directed; attends training and seminars, as directed.

Maintains required licensure or certification, if any.

Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable PERRP safety standards that pertain to essential functions.

Demonstrates regular, predictable and punctual attendance.

• City/department goals and objectives;
• City/department policies and procedures;
• Workplace safety practices and procedures;
• Personnel rules and regulations;
• Computer software;
• Zoning/building codes;
• Community resources and services;
• Records management;
• Government structure and process;
• State, federal, and local laws and/or regulations;
• Local geographical area;
• English grammar and spelling;
• Ohio Residential Code and the Ohio Building Code;
• Structural design principles;
• Local building code;
• Building/property inspection techniques;
• Code enforcement procedures.

• Word processing;
• Computer operation;
• Use of modern office equipment;
• Motor vehicle operation;
• Inspection techniques.

Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, or picture form; interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, picture, or schedule form; deal with problems involving several variables within familiar context; define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; exercise independent judgment and discretion; understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, or regulations to specific situations; read, copy, and records figures accurately;

add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers; calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages; copy records precisely without error; complete routine forms; prepare routine correspondence; compile and prepare reports; respond to routine inquiries from public and/or officials; communicate effectively; understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications; maintain records according to established procedures; develop and maintain effective working relationships; resolve complaints; travel to and gain access to work site;

understand, interpret, and apply building codes; understand technical manuals and/or verbal instructions.

Completion of high school/vocational school education or equivalent (high school diploma or GED); two (2) or more years of related experience and/or training; or any equivalent combination of education,…