About this role
Posting Expires: 12/8/2026
Salary Range:$58,977.96 -$70,000.00
General Description and Classification Standards
The primary focus of this role is to be responsible for the training and development of all building inspectors, along with the implementation and execution of a QA/QC process for building inspectors in addition to performing inspections of commercial structures and residential, single-family detached structures for compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
The incumbent must ensure that best-in-class customer service is provided to both internal and external customers and embrace, support, and promote the City’s core values, beliefs, and culture.
Supervision Received
Reports to the Deputy Chief Combination Inspector and normally receive guidance regarding the overall mission and unusual priorities, etc. but may set work methods, timetables, etc.
Minimum Qualifications – Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED . Five years of work experience as a building contractor or journeyman (in residential, commercial, and industrial) is required (or an equivalent combination of experience and training).
Must have a minimum of one of the following certifications:
ICC certification for both Residential(B1) and Commercial (B2) certifications and at least 3 years of municipal inspection experience performing both residential and commercial inspections. State of Georgia license as a general contractor. BS degree in construction management.
Preferred Education & Experience
Associate degree in construction, engineering, or related field or a degree in architecture, architectural engineering, or historic preservation, and ten years of construction and/or building inspection experience including five years of experience working with residential and commercial buildings and three years of experience with enforcing municipal or county historic preservation and/or urban design-related ordinances. Working knowledge of general processes and standards found in municipal or county historic preservation and/or urban design ordinances and with nationally accepted historic preservation principles and practices
Licensures and Certifications
The position would be expected to have licensure or professional certifications appropriate to the position.
Required: Valid Georgia driver’s license
Required: ICC Residential Building Inspector(B1) and Commercial Building Inspector(B2) certifications.
Preferred: State of Georgia General Contractor License
Preferred: State of Georgia General Contractor License
Essential Capabilities and Work Environment
Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.
Physical and Lifting Capabilities
None or Occasionally (Less than 1/3 of work time
Frequently
(from 1/3 to 2/3 of work time)
Continuously
(over 2/3 of work time)
Standing
x
Walking
x
Sitting
x
Climbing or Balancing
x
Stooping or Kneeling
x
Crouching or Crawling
x
Reaching/working overhead
x
Use or stairs or ladders
x
Lifting - Up to 20 pounds
x
Lifting - Up to 50 pounds
x
Lifting - Up to 100 pounds
x
Lifting - More than 100 pounds
x
Sensory Capabilities
Color Vision
x
Near / Close Vision
x
Distance Vision
x
Peripheral Vision
x
Depth Perception
x
Sense of Smell
x
Touch or Tactile Sense
Work Environment
Distracting Noise
# x
High Noise (Hearing Protection Required)
Outdoor Weather Conditions
x
Risk of Electric Shock
x
Exposure to Fumes, Airborne Particles, Toxic or Caustic Substances
x
Vibration
Working in a hazardous environment or near hazardous equipment
Working at high elevations