ARIZONA DEPT OF ADMINISTRATION

STATE BUILDING INSPECTOR

Salary: Up to $86,984.86 (DOE)

Grade: 23

Open Until Business Needs Are Met

The Arizona Department of Administration, General Services Division, is seeking an experienced Building Inspector to make regular inspections of all projects and improvements to state-owned buildings and facilities. The selected candidate will make regular inspections of projects and improvements during the course of construction to ensure compliance with plans and specifications. 

The candidate will also inspect the condition, maintenance, and utilization of each building within the building system not less than once every four fiscal years for Quadrennial Inspections. The selected candidate will observe existing buildings and new construction for all applicable codes including but not limited to the National Electric Code, National Fire Protection Association Code, International Building Code, International Plumbing Code, International Mechanical Code, and the International Fire Code.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona, unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

• Makes non-scheduled inspection reports on all types of building construction, materials and methods at all stages of construction 
• Pursues a continual knowledge of all applicable building, life safety codes and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility
• Makes annual inspections of all state-owned buildings and facilities for conditions, maintenance and utilization, and recommends to the owner the steps necessary to improve life, safety, fire prevention and maintenance, if needed 
• Prepares daily inspection reports for ongoing construction projects 
• Accurately records job site events and conditions in writing 
• Critiques daily inspection reports with immediate supervisor concerning any problem areas so immediate remedial action may be taken 
• Attends and evaluates pre-bid and pre-construction meetings in connection with the particular contractual building program 
• Drives a State vehicle on State business 
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment
  

Knowledge of:

• Construction practices, techniques and code compliance
  
• Safety precautions on new construction jobs and existing occupied buildings to avoid serious injuries or loss of life

Skill in:

• Analytical thinking and problem solving
• Computer literacy 
• Methodical approach to inspections

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively, handle possible confrontational situations, and conduct business in an appropriate professional manner 
• Document job site conditions in a clear and detailed manner from project start to closeout 
• Adapt quickly to changing conditions
  

• Five years of experience as a construction foreman, journeyman, construction superintendent or building inspector

• Requires International Code Council Commercial Building Inspector certification or able to obtain certification within the first six months of employment 
• Background and reference check, including a criminal records verification
• Requires possession of, and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment. An acceptable driving record for the last 39 months is required including no DUI, suspensions or revocations and less than 8 points on your license. Note: A copy of your MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) is required at the time of your interview if an out of state driver’s license was held within the last 39 months
• Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12)
  

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
  

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page 

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)  
• Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment
  

• If you have any questions please feel free to contact Chris Langseth at christopher.langseth@azdoa.gov or 480.645.2290 for assistance