Building Inspector III

THE CURRENT VACANCY IS IN THE

BUILDING DIVISION BRANCH OF THE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT

ORAL EXAM IS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR JUNE 2025

SEE SPECIAL REQUIREMENT SECTION REGARDING

POSSESSION OF A VALID DRIVERS LICENSE

RESPONSES TO SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS REQUIRED

FINAL FILING DATE: JUNE 4, 2025 AT 12:00 PM

SALARY INFORMATION

$6,486 - $8,279 APPROXIMATE MONTHLY* / $37.42 - $47.76 APPROXIMATE HOURLY*

*Please refer to the appropriate Bargaining Unit Memorandum of Understanding for potential future salary increases* Please visit

ABOUT SHASTA COUNTY

Shasta County offers all the amenities of the big city while retaining a comfortable small-town atmosphere. With its natural beauty, affordable housing, excellent educational system, abundance of recreational opportunities, and excellent quality of life, Shasta County is a great place to live, work, and raise a family.

Resource Management

The Department of Resource Management consists of Air Quality Management District, Building, Environmental Health, and Planning Divisions.

The Building Division administers programs to safeguard life, health, and property of County residents through the application of uniform building standards.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Under general supervision, to inspect buildings under construction or being remodeled and to determine that structures, plumbing and electrical wiring are in accordance with the codes and ordinances regulating the construction of buildings; checking plans for code compliance and structural stability; and to perform related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a full working level Combination Building Inspector class. Incumbents perform a full range of routine and complex inspection duties in the construction areas of foundation, framing, electrical, plumbing, heating, cooling and gas. This class is distinguished from the class of Building Inspector II in that incumbents routinely are assigned the more complex inspections such as the inspection of major projects, particularly those involved in special problems or circumstances relating to code enforcement. The Building Inspector III may also do plan checking and work the permit counter as workload requires.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

This position will be focused primarily on plans examination in the office, with field inspections only on an as-needed basis. The ideal candidate for the Lead Building Inspector position is a highly experienced and technically skilled professional with a deep understanding of building codes, construction practices, and plan review procedures. The ideal candidate would possess a certification as a Plans Examiner at the time of hire, with experience in large and small, residential, and commercial projects. They possess extensive knowledge of local and state building regulations and have a proven ability to interpret complex construction documents to ensure code compliance.

This individual is detail-oriented, analytical, and confident in making sound judgments during both field inspections and plan evaluations. They demonstrate strong leadership capabilities and are comfortable mentoring inspection staff, coordinating review processes, and working collaboratively with architects, engineers, contractors, and other regulatory agencies.

Excellent communication skills are essential, as the Lead Building Inspector will be responsible for clearly explaining code requirements, resolving conflicts, and facilitating timely project approvals. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment and is committed to upholding safety, consistency, and public trust in the built environment.

Inspects buildings during construction to insure compliance with Building Code, other applicable regulations, and approved plans and specifications; assists and advises the general public in matters relating to building construction and code requirements; assists in processing building permit applications; reviews plans for code compliance; investigates complaints and inspects buildings to determine if hazardous or illegal conditions exist relating to structures and their use; prepares written reports, issues notices to correct code violations, issues "stop work" notices, and testifies in court regarding violations; performs various office work; assists in training new inspectors.

It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below.

Any combination of education and experience sufficient to directly demonstrate possession and application of the following:

Knowledge of: Building tools and materials; safety standards and modern methods of building construction; building and related codes and ordinances enforceable by the County, specifically, Uniform Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical Codes; State and Federal regulations; County Zoning Ordinance; County Health Code.

Ability to: Apply knowledge of and follow proper inspection techniques; examine workmanship and materials and detect deviations from plans, codes and standard construction practices; read and interpret complex building plans and specifications; advise on standard construction methods and requirements; maintain cooperative working relations with builders, contractors, and the general public; enforce necessary regulations with firmness and tact; dependently resolve routine and complex problems or situations requiring the exercise of good judgment; maintain records and prepare written reports; must be physically capable of safely moving about on construction worksites.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Four (4) years of experience comparable to that of a with Shasta County AND completion of the 12th grade or equivalent.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of an appropriate California driver license.
• Must possess an ICBO certificate as a Combination Building Inspector.
• Certification as a Plans Examiner shall be obtained within one year of hire unless exempt under the California Health and Safety Code.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS

Responses to the following must be submitted with a completed application.

1. Do you have a high school diploma or its equivalent? Yes / No
2. Do you have Four (4) years of experience comparable to that of a ? If Yes, please provide details including, but not limited to, employers, dates of employment, and job duties. If No, t ype N/A.
3. Do you possess a current ICBO certificate as a Combination Building Inspector? Yes/ No
4. If yes, which certificate(s) do you possess and what is the expiration date(s)? If none, please type N/A.
5. I acknowledge this position requires possession of a valid California drivers license. Yes / No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Some additional physical demands are; to be able to walk on 1 1/2" joist an narrow beams, extensive driving (100-200 miles per day), walk on roofs, climb scaffolds and ladders, crawl in confined areas 12' high, crawl in attics in the summer.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

The employee will often interact with public who are under extreme stress, and law enforcement officers.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

• All new employees are required to have their paycheck directly deposited to a bank account.
• Some positions may require a valid California driver's license and acceptable driving record according to County policy.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for those persons who are disabled under the Americans with Disabilities Act to perform the essential functions of the position.
• As part of the selection process, all individuals provided with a preliminary offer of employment with Shasta County will be subject to a background investigation, including a criminal history check (primarily completed through the taking of fingerprints). An image of your fingerprints will be captured and sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history , (if any) , will be evaluated along with the other information received in connection with your application . Except as otherwise required by law, a criminal conviction will not necessarily disqualify you from the position. The nature of the offense, the date of the offense, the surrounding circumstances, and the relevance of the offense to the position applied for may, however, be considered.
• Based on the results of the background investigation and criminal history check, applicants may then be provided with an offer of employment conditioned on the results of a medical examination, which includes drug/alcohol testing.

• Shasta County participates in E-Verify. For more information visit
  • In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, County employees, in the event of a disaster are considered disaster workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
  • Positions in this classification are covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the County and the United Public Employees of California General Unit.
  • Employees in this classification are covered under the CalPERS retirement program. Depending on the provisions of the California Public Employees Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) and other applicable laws, an employee in this classification will be covered under one of the following CalPERS retirement formulas: (1) 2% at 55, (2) 2% at 60, or (3) 2% at 62. An employee in this classification will also contribute up to 9.5% his/her pay to this plan or will contribute such other amount to the plan as authorized by PEPRA and other applicable laws. Please visit our employees benefit page at

    APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCEDURES

    Shasta County Personnel will accept applications and responses to the supplemental questions until 12:00 p.m., on June 4, 2025. A Resume and/or Cover Letter will be accepted in addition to the application form but will not serve as a substitute for a completed application. It is not acceptable to complete the application with statements such as, Refer to Resume and/or Cover Letter, or See Attached Resume and/or Cover Letter the employment application must be completed in its entirety prior to submission. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Closing date postmarks or faxes will NOT be accepted. This recruitment will establish a list that may or may not be used by other departments. Prior applicants must reapply to be considered.

    Applicants will be screened and those considered best qualified will be invited to appear for an oral and/or written examination. Meeting the announced requirements does not guarantee inclusion into the selection process. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of additional application screening, written and/or practical exam(s), oral interview, or any combination thereof.

    Veterans' Credit : Veterans (as defined by California Government Code section 18973) who have been discharged from military service under conditions other than dishonorable and who receive a passing score on all components of the employment examinations (up to and including oral examinations) shall receive credit for an additional five points to be added to their final examination score. To be considered for this credit, a veteran MUST provide a copy of his or her discharge document (DD-214 or equivalent) and information as to the type of discharge (honorable, dishonorable, etc.) WITH THE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION ON OR BEFORE THE FINAL FILING DATE.

    Applicants are encouraged to apply on-line at

    Arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities. Requests for accommodations may be made to the Shasta County Personnel Office by the filing deadline posted on this bulletin. Shasta County does not discriminate on the basis of disability. If you feel you are being denied service based on a disability, our ADA Coordinator may be reached at ...; relay service ...; fax ....

    Shasta County will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Shasta County is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act.

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