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BUILDING INSPECTOR 1 - OPEN

Salary

$64,759.12 - $65,730.50 Annually

Location

Ohio 45202, OH

Job Type

Full-time Classified

Job Number

25-999425 (O)

Department

Buildings and Inspections

Opening Date

08/01/2025

Closing Date

10/31/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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General Statement of Duties

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This is an entry level Inspector Trainee position requiring an aptitude for construction methods and a desire to learn. Under general supervision, this employee inspects new and existing commercial and residential, buildings/property to determine compliance with approved plans, permits and with codes and regulations on safety, sanitation, trash, dumping, weeds, property maintenance, and zoning code. Relies on excellent customer service skills when interacting with the public. Performs related duties as required

Read more about the Building and Inspections Department here: https://cincinnati-oh.gov/buildings/

What is the Building Inspector Academy: Building Inspector Training Academy - Buildings (https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/buildings/recruitment-career-opportunities/building-inspector-training-academy/)

What can I expect from the hiring process: B&I-Training-Academy-Hiring-Process-Overview.pdf (https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/sites/buildings/assets/B&I-Training-Academy-Hiring-Process-Overview.pdf)

Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)

(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)

Knowledge of:

New and old building construction methods, materials, and techniques sufficient to observe or inspect and determine if the project is compliant with appropriate codes. Proper Police procedures when dealing with the public.

Enforcement and legal requirements for obtaining compliance with the code from notification and posting to preparation for and testifying in court

Knowledge of Safety Policies and Procedures and applicable agency requirements.

Knowledge of applicable Building Codes and Standards to locate applicable sections when questions arise and to keep abreast of the latest technologies in materials, devices, and equipment.

The procedures utilized during the entire administrative, inspection, and enforcement processes of either new construction or remodeling from pre-construction and plan approval to the issuing of a Certificate of Use and Occupancy.

The divisional and departmental daily, weekly, monthly, or other periodic reporting procedures.

Skill to:

Drive a car.

Read maps and use mapping software Operate a computer utilizing the appropriate software related to assigned area of responsibility.

Effective communications, customer service, and presentation skills.

Ability to:

Recognize code violations, common types of unsafe conditions, and confirm compliance with codes and safe conditions for existing residential and commercial properties.

Ability to learn basic engineering principles and basic physics as they pertain to the structural integrity of buildings, foundations, retaining walls, structures of earthwork, and soil characteristics sufficient to recognize violations of the building code(s) during inspection.

Communicate to occupants, landlords, and contractors why it is necessary to comply with the code, and to convince them that they must comply

Cooperate and exchange information with coworkers and representatives from other sections, divisions, departments, other jurisdictions, and community groups.

Read, understand, and interpret to others factual and technical written material such as procedural manuals, building codes, and trade publications.

Deal with difficult people in stressful situations, the ability to come to an agreement on a resolution and the ability to explain the benefit of all concerned to comply.

Issue notifications of violations, citations, summons, and warrants to obtain code compliance with owners and contractors.

Work without direct supervision in the field and provide sound judgment to identify violations.

Provide timely and professional customer service. Testify effectively in court/administrative hearings and provide convincing evidence of violations

Use a computer effectively to keep records, to learn software programs, and find information within and outside of City system about permits, owners, and contractors, as well as for required research into approved construction product installation methods.

Appear and speak before civic groups.

Required Education and Experience

To qualify, each applicant must have a high school diploma and upon employment must pass the International Code Council (ICC) Property Maintenance Code Enforcement Certification exam within the probationary period.

Must also apply for an Inspector Trainee or Interim Certification for Residential Inspector and Building Inspector within the first 60 days of employment.

Experience in construction (Building, Demolition, Renovation and Repair) is preferred.

For continued employment within this classification, an employee must be able to complete the Ohio Board Building Standards Inspector Trainee Program and obtain a Residential and Building Inspector Certification within the Ohio Board Building Standards time limits.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid Driver's License and be willing to drive personal vehicle to report to multiple worksites throughout the city daily in the performance of assigned duties.

Must obtain a Property Maintenance Code Enforcement Certification within the probationary period.

Certifications acquired as an Inspector 1 must be renewed at intervals prescribed and approved by the Ohio Board of Building Standards.

Must be willing to work and be called out at other than normal working hours.

Must be able to walk, bend, stoop, climb, pull oneself up, jump up or down into, or otherwise negotiate self around construction site.

Must be able to climb ladders or onto scaffolding and to work at great heights on roofs.

Must be able to crawl or climb into closed spaces.

MILITARY EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION

Military education and experience may be substituted for college level course work at the lower and upper division of baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case-by-case basis based on the American Council of Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations

Examples of Work Performed

Under the direct supervision of a trainer or supervisor, performs inspection and enforcement activities on new or remodeling construction of commercial and residential buildings to determine if the work is compliant with the approved plans and appropriate codes.

Investigates and follows-up on complaints on the conditions of buildings and premises that are received from various sources such as the public, City CSR System the Police Department, by telephone, or through the mail

Research property information, public records, and maps, operates a computer and enters data, inspection actions and code enforcement information.

Talks with property owners, landlords about the status of a building to explain violations and corrective action; to exchange or clarify information; to encourage compliance with the code; to interpret and explain the code; or any other related matter. Answers police calls of littering offenses in progress as a priority over other activities.

Identifies unsafe practices and conditions and brings such matters to the attention of the supervisor. Performs administrative work such as completing forms, initiating enforcement actions or referencing code; reviewing paperwork and progress on assigned projects and scheduling work; and gathers information to discuss with others.

Drives an automobile to various addresses throughout the city to inspect building sites or to meet with others.

Working knowledge of current safety policies, instructions for proper usage, and other procedures and professional practices required for completing job duties.

Patrols assigned area to discover housing violations, weed and litter violations. Attends court and administrative hearings to testify and present evidence as to why legal actions should be taken against defendant

Prepares court cases, signs complaints, and is the prosecuting witness.

Accompanies other inspectors or supervisor to building sites to learn various inspection techniques or methods; construction or materials; code interpretation; or enforcement techniques.

Attends training sessions to learn new information about building codes and enforcement methods, or to refresh knowledge of construction techniques or construction technology

Investigates complaints on tall grass and trash on private property. Identifies and develops enforcement on illegal dumping locations.

Investigates violations of the Cincinnati Housing Code and Zoning Ordinance. Investigates and monitors vacant buildings throughout the city.

Prepares and issues civil citations and fines.

Recommends code enforcement actions and update code enforcement cases as assigned. Monitors chronic dumping locations via re-inspection and electronic surveillance technology.

Works with vendors and other departments to have dumping and litter removed through governmental action.

Working and Physical Conditions

Probationary Period

Twelve months

Supervision Exercised

None

HR Contact:Ashley [email protected]

The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

Holidays

The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King Day

President's Day

Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans' Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving

Christmas

Health Insurance

The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.

Eligible dependents include:

Legal Spouse or Equal Partner

Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")

Step-child

Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian

Basic Life Insurance

A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.

Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.

Flexible Benefits Plans

Healthcare Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.

Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.

Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account

City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.

Healthy Lifestyles Program

City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.

Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.

Retirement Plan

The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-timeemployees. New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.

Deferred Compensation

As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.

01

Do you have a high school diploma or G.E.D.?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Do you have a valid Driver's License? (Must be attached)

+ Yes

+ No

03

Did you attach your Driver's License?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Do you have construction experience?

+ Yes

+ No

05

In which of the following areas do you have construction experience? (Please select all that apply)

+ Building (constructing various types of buildings, including houses, offices, shops, factories, schools, hospitals, and power stations)

+ Demolition (removal of existing structures, such as buildings, roads, or bridges)

+ Renovation (modifying existing structures to improve their appearance, functionality, or compliance with regulations)

+ Repair (fixing damaged structures or parts of structures)

+ Other

+ None

06

If you have construction experience, please briefly explain your construction experience.

07

Are you willing drive personal vehicle to report to multiple worksites throughout the city daily in the performance of assigned duties?

+ Yes

+ No

08

Do you understand that for continued employment within this classification, an employee must be able to complete the OBBS Inspector Trainee Program and obtain a Residential and Building Inspector Certification within the OBBS time limits?

+ Yes

+ No

09

Do you understand that for continued employment within this classification, an employee must be able to complete the OBBS Inspector Trainee Program and obtain a Residential and Building Inspector Certification within the OBBS time limits?

+ Yes

+ No

10

Do you understand that you must pass the International Code Council (ICC) Property Maintenance Code Enforcement Certification exam within the probationary period (12 months from date of hire)?

+ Yes

+ No

11

Do you understand that certifications acquired as an Inspector 1 must be renewed at intervals prescribed and approved by the Ohio Board of Building Standards?

+ Yes

+ No

12

Do you understand that you must be willing to work and be called out at other than normal working hours?

+ Yes

+ No

13

Do you understand that you must be able to walk, bend, stoop, climb, pull oneself up, jump up or down into, or otherwise negotiate self around construction site?

+ Yes

+ No

14

Do you understand that you must be able to walk, bend, stoop, climb, pull oneself up, jump up or down into, or otherwise negotiate self around construction site?

+ Yes

+ No

15

Do you understand that you must be able to crawl or climb into closed spaces?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

City of Cincinnati

Address

805 Central Avenue Suite 200

Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202

Phone

513-352-2400

Website

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/cincinnati/default.cfm