Recruitment Announcement 

POSITION: Building Inspector III                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Community Development (CDD) Exempt, Non-Represented                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Monthly Salary: $7,543.00 - $9,598.00 (Grade 21)

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

This position performs inspections of buildings and structures of complex construction, alteration, or repair for compliance with all applicable codes; approves plans and specifications, safe construction practices and other regulations and ordinances related to the safety, health, and welfare of the public.

This position requires thorough knowledge, and a full command of commercial electrical installations. Considerable knowledge of the remaining skill areas may be specific to structural, plumbing and mechanical inspection of residential structures regulated under the Oregon Residential Specialty Code.

JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Mandatory Requirements:

High school diploma or GED equivalent, and (8) years of experience in commercial electrical installation, code administration, building design, inspections and/or plan review, or any equivalent combination of education and verifiable work experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the described duties.

Special Requirements/Licenses:

The position requires employees to operate a motor vehicle in the course of their position. Possession of, or must obtain within thirty (30) days from date of hire, a valid Oregon driver’s license.

Must have a safe driving record.

Must possess or obtain the Oregon Specialty Code Certification for A-level Electrical Inspector, Residential Structural, Residential Mechanical, Residential Plumbing Inspector, and the Oregon Inspector Certification by date of hire.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of state specialty codes related to commercial and industrial buildings and structures, residential dwellings and multi-family dwellings and fire codes and standards; knowledge of applicable city codes, regulations and policies; knowledge of construction practices, engineering concepts and architectural principles; knowledge of building plan review, permitting and inspection processes; knowledge of computer software applicable to the work; knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Desirable Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or in Structural Engineering. State of Oregon General Supervising Electrician License.

A-Level Oregon Electrical Inspector, A-Level Oregon Plumbing Inspector, Oregon Residential Plumbing Inspector, Oregon Residential Structural Inspector, Oregon Residential Mechanical Inspector, and Oregon Specialized Plumbing Inspector.

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HOW TO APPLY:

An online application is available at this link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/RedmondOR

Complete application packets must be submitted through the online application process by Monday, August 4, 2025.

Final candidate(s) selected for a position will be required to pass a background check.

It is the policy of the City of Redmond that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, gender, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status in any educational programs, activities, or employment. The City of Redmond makes employment decisions based upon the evaluation of an individual’s qualifications, ability, and potential to contribute to the success of the City. If you require special accommodations for testing, interviewing or other employment-related activity, you must provide seventy-two (72) hours’ notice to the ADA Coordinator, at

(541) 504-3041 or through the Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) which enables people who have difficulty hearing or speaking in the telephone to communicate to standard voice telephone users, or you may contact the ADA Coordinator via email at ADA@redmondoregon.gov If anyone needs TDD (Telecommunications Device for the Deaf) or STS (Speech to Speech) assistance, please use one of the following TRS numbers: 1-800-735-2900 (Text), 1-800-735-1232 (Voice), 1-800-735-7525 (STS English)

1-800-735-3896 (STS Spanish).

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Drug Free Workplace 

This announcement is not an implied contract and may be modified or revoked without notice