Building & Code Compliance Inspector IV

This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Resource Management Agency. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.

Current vacancy is with the Resource Management Agency located in Visalia. The anticipated life of the list is six months.

Typical Duties

• Assist in the assignment, review, and supervision of the activities of the division.
• Oversee and or conduct periodic field inspections to ensure quality control.
• Review liens and abatement cases prepared by staff.
• Review building plans and specifications of various types of construction to determine all applicable codes are met.
• Respond and resolve concerns or complaints regarding field inspectors.

For a full list of duties for this position, please click here .

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.

Education:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12TH) grade supplemented by technical or college level courses pertaining to construction, architecture, planning and public administration or criminology.

Experience:

• Five (5) years of experience equivalent to that of a Building & Code Compliance Inspector III in Tulare County or other agencies.

OR

• Five (5) years of inspection or investigative experience in performing field or office work in the enforcement of Federal, State and Local codes, regulations or ordinances relating to building codes, building plans, health and safety codes, zoning ordinances, abandoned vehicle abatement, employee housing, and/or other public nuisances.

Knowledge of:

• Advanced carpentry, building construction/structural design, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical systems, components, methods, installation and materials.
• Drafting techniques and procedures.
• Ability to interpret the following codes: California Building Code; California Fire Code Health and Safety Code, Vehicle Code, Penal Code, Abatement of Dangerous Building Code, National Electric Code, California Plumbing and Mechanical Codes, Accessibility Regulations, and California Energy Requirements.
• Legal procedures involving the enforcement of building codes and ordinances.
• Principles and practices of supervision and training.
• Search and seizure laws, rules of evidence and court procedures.
• California Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
• Current State and Federal housing laws.
• Zoning, subdivision, and setback ordinances.
• Math sufficient to work with decimals, percentages, and complex design formulas sufficient to determine and or review ordinance violations and property locations.

Skill/Ability to:

• Oversee and perform administrative functions of a division including planning, organizing, staffing, and directing; develop and formulate new procedures and processes and oversee implementation.
• Understand and comply with State and Federal regulations on land usage, zoning, business permits, and building access.
• Read and understand blueprints, maps, drawings, specifications, legal descriptions, contract documents, graphs, and building and use permits.
• Identify technical problems, determine alternative solutions and act on best alternative.
• Locate and interpret applicable code sections effectively in order to direct staff.
• Explain technical terms and concepts verbally and in writing for staff and management.
• Use patience, tact, courtesy and self-restraint in dealing with professionals in building construction and the general public.
• Observe safe work practices and ensure that staff practices safety in their work place setting.
• Review or determine violations versus permitted land uses per zoning ordinances, and maintain files on violations and use permits.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.
• Possession of one (1) or more of the following certifications: International Code Council Certification , California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO) or a related organization.

DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge of:

• Budgeting principles to assist in preparing and implementing work programs.
• County and various city address systems.
• Tulare County ordinances pertaining to the Planning and Land Use.
• Available outside resources for code interpretation including new and or deleted materials.
• Advanced understanding of State, Federal and local codes, and ordinances; understanding of the ADA, (Americans with Disabilities Act), and its application in California.
• Understanding of the County’s land use programs and permitting systems.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of or the ability to obtain additional certifications: International Code Council Certification; California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO) or a related organization.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment

Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act

This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bargaining Unit 7

The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.

Benefit Amount: An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision and life). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).

Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).

Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.

Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.

Vacation Accrual:
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.

FLSA exempt employees accrue an additional 5 days of vacation per year.

Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 60 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.

Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.

Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.

To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/

The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.

Closing Date/Time: 11/15/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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• County of Tulare - HR&D

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