Development Specialist III

City Planning Department, Plans Review Division
Pay Range: $5,910-$9,010 per month
Work Location: 414 E. 12th St.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. *Telework available 1 day per week after completion of 6-month probationary period
Application Deadline: June 04, 2026


Responsibilities

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What you'll do

• Perform technical reviews to ensure all required special inspections for assigned projects are completed and meet code requirements, supporting safe and compliant construction.
• Manage and submit all paperwork from Special Inspection agencies for daily inspections to the city, ensuring accurate and timely documentation.
• Verify that inspectors are properly certified and qualified for the inspections being performed, maintaining program integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Confirm that site conditions align with inspectors' observations and that materials come from approved fabricators or were properly inspected during fabrication.
• Hold preconstruction meetings prior to permit issuance to review and resolve all Special Inspection requirements before work begins.
• Assist in maintaining a current list of qualified inspectors and agencies, witness smoke control testing on job sites, and perform site visits to verify ongoing compliance.

What success looks like

• Special inspections are completed, documented, and submitted without delays or compliance issues.
• Inspectors and agencies used on projects consistently meet certification and qualification requirements.
• Discrepancies between site conditions, materials, and inspection reports are identified and resolved early.
• Preconstruction meetings reduce inspection issues after permits are issued.
• City reviewers and project teams trust your reviews, documentation, and field oversight.

What you'll bring

• Strong understanding of construction inspections, building codes, and compliance processes.
• Ability to review technical documents and inspection reports with accuracy and consistency.
• Experience coordinating with inspectors, agencies, and project teams.
• Confidence performing site visits and verifying field conditions.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for meetings, documentation, and city submittals.

What you get

• Stable, long-term role supporting public safety and quality construction.
• Clear expectations and defined measures of success.
• Opportunity to build deep expertise in special inspections and code compliance.
• Professional autonomy and ownership of assigned projects.
• Predictable schedule aligned with project and permitting timelines.

Qualifications

REQUIRES

• An accredited Bachelor's degree and 4 years professional experience in economic or community development work, planning, building codes administration, engineering, architecture, or neighborhood development programs;
• OR Master's degree in economics, sociology, multi-disciplinary social science or urban affairs, urban planning, public or business administration, engineering, architecture and 2 years professional experience in economic or community development work, planning, building codes administration, engineering, architecture, or neighborhood development programs;
• OR high school graduation and 8 years of professional experience in economic or community development work, planning, building codes administration, engineering, architecture, or neighborhood development programs.

Other Information

Military veterans encouraged to apply

Why You'll Love Working with Us - Core Employee Benefits (Benefits offered to all permanent employees unless otherwise specified)

Comprehensive Health Coverage
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.

Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays-with accruals that grow the longer you're with us.

Secure Retirement Planning
City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.

Support for Life's Big Moments
Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.

Tuition Assistance
Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses-invest in your future while you work.

Income Protection
Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.

Life Insurance Provided
City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.

Community Volunteer Leave
Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.

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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

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