Building Inspection Supervisor
Golden, CO - USA
Job Summary
Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
05/27/26Division:
Building Safety DivisionManagement Level:
Supervisor - 1st LineScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental medical and vision insurance paid time off and holidays retirement matching wellness programs and tuition reimbursement.Description:
Jefferson County is seeking a Building Inspection Supervisor to join the Development & Transportation Department.
TheBuilding Inspection Supervisorleads daily inspection operations for the Building Safety Division by supervising mentoring and training inspection staff; assigning and reviewing work; conducting inspections; and partnering with customers to resolve complex field issues and ensure compliance with building codes and regulations.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with strong technical knowledge of building inspection practices and codes proven supervisory and mentorship experience and a commitment to operational excellence and customer service. This individual is self-directed solutions-focused and able toidentifychallenges improve processes and work closely with peer supervisors to promote consistency communication and continuous improvement across the division and county-wide.
About Jeffcos Building Safety Division:
The Building Safety Division works every day to serve Jefferson County citizens contractors engineers and architects by providing customer-focused services in building permits plan review and inspections. Our mission is to ensure safe sustainable places to live work and play through consistent application of building codes and high-quality service in the field.
We are also proud toparticipatein Building Safety Month each May a national effort to increase awareness of the importance of designing and constructing safe sustainable and resilient buildings. This observance highlights critical resources and education for families and businesses to help protect their homes workplaces and communities.
SCHEDULE:
This position typically works a traditional MondayFriday schedule from 7:00a.m. to3:00 p.m. with responsibilities performed both in the field and in-office. Alternative schedules including a 4-day workweek may be considered and negotiated with the Hiring Manager based on operational needs. This is primarily an in-office position with field responsibilities as needed.
COMPENSATION:
Total Base Pay Range:$95593.89 $124272.06 $152950.23USD Annual
The posted salary range reflects the full earning potential for this position over time. Starting pay will be based on a review of the candidates education experience skills and internal equity considerations.
BENEFITS:
Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical dental and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays including astarting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement; flexible schedules; and more. For more information clickherefor our Total Rewards summary.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Provide technical guidance and support to field inspectors and serve as liaison between County inspectors and customers as needed to resolve complex field issues and project challenges.
Interpret and apply building codes; support development revision and adoption of County code supplements;participatein code development standardization enforcement initiatives and related committees; provide technical and legislative support as needed; and deliver clear guidance on inspection procedures and code compliance.
Respond to and resolve customer inquiries related to codes and inspection processesin a timely manner coordinating with other departments or agencies asappropriate toensure effective service delivery.
Develop implement and refine inspection policies and procedures; ensure alignment and coordination between inspection plan review and administrative operations; and support strategic planning efforts for the division in partnership with leadership.
Develop andmaintaininspection resources including policies training materials guides and customer handouts; train staff on County technology platforms and ensureaccuratetimelydocumentation of inspections and field activities.
Perform administrative and operational duties including reviewing and approving timecards and Workdaytransactions andmanaging the Division vehicle fleet.
Supervise assigned staff including hiring training scheduling performance management coaching evaluations corrective action and ongoing development; communicate goals and expectations; ensure adherence to County policies and procedures; and resolve complex personnel and operational issues.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click apply for that reason we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience:
Nine (9) years of relevant work experience includingsix(6)yearsas an Inspector or Inspection Supervisorandthree(3)years of experience in construction or related field.
Education:
High School Diploma or GED
License/Certifications:
International Code Council (ICC) certifications including seven (7) total from any combination of the following disciplines:
Building:Residential Inspector Building Inspector
Electrical:Residential Electrical Inspector Commercial Electrical Inspector
Plumbing:Residential Plumbing Inspector Commercial Plumbing Inspector
Mechanical:Residential Mechanical Inspector Commercial Mechanical Inspector
Specialty:Fuel Gas Inspector Energy Inspector/Plans Examiner Accessibility Inspector/Plans Examiner Fire Inspector I or II
Substitutions and equivalencies may include:
ICC Building Official certification (equivalent to two certifications)
Colorado Journeyman or Master Electrician license (electrical inspection equivalency)
Colorado Journeyman or Master Plumber license (plumbing inspection equivalency)
Equivalent legacy certifications considered on a case-by-case basis
Knowledge skills and abilities that lead to success in this role include:
Strong knowledge of building codes inspection practices and construction regulations
Ability to interpret and clearly explain code requirements and inspection procedures
Experienceprovidingtechnical guidance and resolving complex field issues
Strong customer service and conflict resolution skills in a field environment
Experience supervising training and mentoring technical or inspection staff
Ability to develop and improve operational policies procedures and training materials
Strong organizational and project management skills with a focus on efficiency and process improvement
Ability to collaborate across teams and support coordination between field plan review and administrative functions
Proficiencywith technology systems for inspection tracking and documentation
Strong administrative and operational management skills (e.g.supervising staff recruitmentscheduling approvals reporting)
Ability to think critically solve problems and implement practical solutions in the field
Experience with the AMANDAPermitting Compliance & Licensing Enterprisesoftware
Tech Savvy with the ability to navigate Microsoft Office suite and advocate for new software or technology
Leadership Competencies
Successful candidates willdemonstratethe ability to:
Foster trust and open communication by creating an inclusive respectful and supportive work environment where employees feel empowered to share ideas ask questions and raise concerns.
Communicate clearly and transparently by sharing information ina timelyand honest manner setting clear expectations explaining decisions and adapting communication styles to meet the needs of different audiences.
Act with integrity and accountability by making ethical decisions following through on commitments applying expectations consistently and taking responsibility for actions and outcomes.
Engage in collaborative problem-solving by building strong working relationships seeking input from others managing conflict professionally and working across teams to achieve shared goals.
Develop and coach others by providing constructive feedback supporting employee growth and learning recognizing individual strengths and helping team members build skills for current and future opportunities.
Additional Job Information:
A valid Colorado drivers license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle within30-daysof hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.
Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion ofcriminal history motor vehicle report education verification and/or referencesfor all positions.
Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. Forassistancewith applications interviews or other hiring-related accommodations contact. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.
APPLICATION:
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
All applicants mustsubmitan online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now:Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities
A resume and cover lettersubmittedwith your application is encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application.
Current Jefferson County employees must apply through their employee profile in Workday.
In any materials yousubmit you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age date of birth or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application please log into yourcandidate portal.
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Required Experience:
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