Building Inspector 1 - Public Works

Salary : $28.20 - $37.79 Hourly

Location : Salem, OR

Job Type : Full-time Regular

Job Number : 102-2025-1

Department : Public Works

Division : Building Inspection

Opening Date : 02 / 28 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 13 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : 06

Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Inspects One and Two Family dwelling construction for compliance to State, County and local codes. Performs other related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the County Building Official who outlines assignments and reviews work through meetings and reports.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Supervision is not a regular responsibility of positions in this class.

Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the following

• Visually examines construction components on numerous different sites, under varying lighting and weather conditions, for compliance with approved construction plans, specifications, and the State of Oregon Specialty Codes.
• Reads Building Code publications and plans, and interprets for the public, both orally and in writing, their content and impacts upon specific construction projects.
• Operates a motor vehicle approximately 100 to 150 miles per day.
• Examines 1 & 2 Family residential construction and site plans for compliance with State and County building, plumbing, mechanical and other related standards.
• Operates computer terminal, calculator, copier, FAX machine, telephone, two-way radio, and cell phones on a daily basis.
• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.
• May participate in basic incident command training and drills to maintain proficiency in supporting ECC activities, including carrying out field work in connection with ECC operations. May be assigned clerical / support, incident liaison, or other duties at any location within or near the county. Emergency Management duties may require working long hours outside normal business hours, weekend / holiday work, and may occur with little or no advance notice.

Requirements for the Position

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Considerable knowledge of building construction, materials, and methods; County and State building and zoning laws and codes; building construction terminology and techniques.

Ability and skill to detect structural, fire / life safety and other violations; read and interpret plans and specifications and to compare them with construction in progress; communicate effectively in both oral and written form; establish and maintain professional and collaborative working relationships with contractors, co-workers and the general public; prepare clear and concise reports; operate a motor vehicle in safe and responsible manner; effectively operate computer equipment and software programs utilized by the county; conform to technical and department standards and comply with department and County policies and procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in a general office or field environment. Office work includes the use of a computer using word processing, spreadsheet, permit tracking applications, and e-mail programs or programs specific to the position. Fieldwork includes working in a variety of inclement weather conditions. May be required to work flexible schedules and long hours throughout the year, particularly during construction season (May through October).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Operates a motor vehicle; sees using depth perception; stands; sits; moves about the work area; bends forward; climbs 1 floor of stairs; crawls on hand and knees; reaches overhead; bends forward; lifts up to 40 lbs.; pushes and pulls items weighing up to 40 lbs.; carries up to 10 lbs.; moves carts weighing up to 40 lbs.; operates a keyboard; speaks clearly and audibly; reads a 12 pt. font; distinguishes colors; hears a normal level of speech; sees using depth perception; works in areas that may be uneven or exposed to heat, cold, humidity, dust, smoke, noise, chemicals, vibration or radiation; uneven or wet areas encountered in the field.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS

Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.

VISA SPONSORSHIP

Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE

Applicants are eligible to use Veterans' Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE

MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR

A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at

Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.

Marion County offers a generous benefits package to regular employees working 50% or more of the regularly scheduled work week and their eligible dependents. Temporary employees and part-time regular employees working less than 50% of the regularly scheduled work week are not eligible for benefits.

Most regular positions in this classification are represented by Marion County Employees Association (MCEA). For a summary of benefits, For a complete and detailed overview of the MCEA benefits package, , and select MCEA Benefits from the left menu or Marion County Employees Association (MCEA) from the page links. Regular and temporary employees are represented by MCEA.

Salary and benefits are subject to union contract negotiations and may change as a result.

To receive credit for your supplemental questions, your answers must be supported by details in the education and / or work experience section of your application form. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer. Do you understand this statement?

Which of the following certifications do you currently possess? Please check all that apply.

How many years of building inspection or plan review experience in the specialty codes do you have? One year of work experience is equal to 2,080 hours.

How many years of experience do you have in the construction trades? One year of work experience is equal to 2,080 hours.

How many years of building code related course work have you completed?

Required Question

Salary : $28 - $38