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  • General Building Inspector

    Westminster, Colorado United States Westminster, Colorado Full Time $79,580.80 - $101,899.20 Annually Dec 08, 2025
    City of Westminster, Colorado Employer:

    Westminster, Colorado

    Welcome to employment with the City of Westminster, Colorado! Centrally located between Denver and Boulder, Colorado, on the US Highway 36 high-tech corridor, Westminster is a beautiful city designed for an exceptional quality of life. The community is a nationally recognized community with a reputation for innovation and progressive management in local government. Over 115,000 residents enjoy superb recreation amenities, beautiful neighborhoods, numerous entertainment and shopping opportunities. Westminster is 80% developed and maintains a goal to preserve 15% (3,300 acres) of its land area for natural open space. The City of Westminster, Colorado, is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and aims to have its workforce reflect the community. The City of Westminster has a Multilingual Stipend Program to encourage, and reward benefited employees who are conversationally fluent in languages other than English. Benefited employees have the opportunity to test their language proficiency skills and qualify for a bi-weekly stipend that will vary based on the employee’s level of proficiency and usage. The City's work culture encourages passionate, positive and enthusiastic employees who, along with our City Council and City Manager, are strong supporters of our mission: The City of Westminster provides high-quality core services and fosters resilience in order to promote a safe and thriving community. Westminster is a city of beautiful, safe, well-maintained neighborhoods and destinations with a vibrant, diverse economy, rich and resilient environment and a strong sense of community belonging. Our core values are embodied in our SPIRIT (Service – People – Integrity – Respect – Innovation – Teamwork). The City of Westminster is a full-service city employing over 1,600 talented individuals in a variety of jobs. Our employees are committed to delivering the highest quality of service to the local community in areas of:  Law Enforcement Fire, Medical and Emergency Management Parks, Open Space, Golf and Recreation Library Services Community Development, including City Planning and Engineering Economic Development Utilities Operations Street Maintenance Plus internal services including: Human Resources, City Management, City Attorney’s Office, Finance, Facilities Management and Fleet Management  The City of Westminster offers a comprehensive benefit package including: Health and Dental Insurance, General Leave that provides vacation, holidays, and illness leave, Flexible Spending, Pension/ Retirement Plans, Term Life Insurance, Long-term Disability, Survivor Benefits, Wellness Program, and Education and Training Reimbursement. You are welcome to apply online for any open City of Westminster position. Click on the appropriate job title for a detailed job announcement. Please note, that unless otherwise indicated, jobs close at 8:30 a.m. on the posted closing date. Applications can take from 20 to 30 minutes to complete, so please allow plenty of time for completion. Applications submitted after the job closing deadline cannot be accepted. Current City of Westminster employees may be eligible to apply for internal jobs when they are available. Business hours for City Hall, and several administrative offices are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. However, working schedules may vary depending on the needs of the operation.

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    Job Description

    CITY EQUITY STATEMENT
    The City of Westminster welcomes diverse candidates from the broadest base possible. Our goal is to find the best candidate for the job-someone who belongs, not just fits. We value life and professional experiences, recognizing equivalent combinations of knowledge skills and education.

    Aligned with our city SPIRIT values, the successful candidate will have a passion and commitment to serving a diverse population of residents and must respect and uphold the principles of justice, equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging.

    We encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for this role, even if you believe you have a less traditional background than described we invite you to apply.

    POSITION PURPOSE / IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION

    The General Building Inspector position provides the community with a service designed to produce structurally sound and safe buildings. The position also includes inspecting structures for fire restrictive construction and concern for providing a healthy and safe environment for building occupants, which is provided through scheduled inspections at various stages while the building is constructed. Work is subject to periodic checks and reviews by inspection supervisor.

    The full salary range for this position is stated above. The starting range of pay is dependent on qualifications and experience of each individual candidate. The City of Westminster has a Multilingual Stipend Program to encourage, and reward benefited employees who are conversationally fluent in languages other than English. Benefited employees have the opportunity to test their language proficiency skills and qualify for a bi-weekly stipend that will vary based on the employee’s level of proficiency and usage.

    ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES AND CULTURAL VALUES/GENERAL COMPETENCIES

    The City's work culture encourages passionate, positive and enthusiastic employees who, along with our City Council and City Manager, are strong supporters of our mission: The City of Westminster provides high-quality core services and fosters resilience in order to promote a safe and thriving community. Westminster is a city of beautiful, safe, well-maintained neighborhoods and destinations with a vibrant, diverse economy, rich and resilient environment and a strong sense of community belonging. Our core values are embodied in our SPIRIT (Service - People - Integrity - Respect - Innovation - Teamwork).

    This position supports the goals of the Community Services Department, which plans, promotes, and sustains an attractive and high-quality living and working environment by facilitating appropriate land use and infrastructure decisions, ensuring that the community is developed in a safe, aesthetically pleasing, and maintainable manner.

    Every employee is accountable to:
    • Demonstrate a high level of customer service; foster an environment where customer service is a priority, while still focusing on the Life Safety provisions of the code
    • Communicate with customers to ensure that, where possible, they are satisfied, while still maintaining compliance with the various codes
    • Act as an ambassador by understanding and fostering the organization's mission and vision
    • Exhibit pride in self, the department, the city, and the community; conduct self in a professional manner
    • Demonstrate integrity and build trust through credibility, reliability, commitment, loyalty, knowledge and ethical behavior
    • Address difficult or contentious issues in a constructive non-confrontational manner
    • Discuss the spirit of the code, demonstrate flexibility, and take calculated risks when appropriate while maintaining compliance with the adopted codes
    • Participate in personal growth opportunities, and attend trainings designed to enhance capacity, working knowledge and to bring new skills and ideas to the job and the organization
    • Work to continuously improve the efficiency and effectiveness of inspections
    • Demonstrate support for team efforts by accepting new roles and responsibilities, and helping others achieve objectives
    • Value diversity; demonstrate an awareness of differences; demonstrate sensitivity and adapt behaviors and communication to accommodate these differences


    GENERAL COMPETENCIES
    Citywide - Every employee in this position is accountable to:
    • Establish effective interpersonal relationships through honest, open communication and follow-through on commitments
    • Recognize personal strengths and weaknesses, and target areas for personal self-development, seek advice when needed
    • Demonstrate initiative in performing job tasks
    • Exhibit problem-solving skills leading to sound judgment and quality decisions

    • Achieve goals, and handle assigned workload and new assignments effectively; demonstrate an ability to work independently
    • Communicate effectively with individuals and groups using clear and concise verbal and written communications
    • Demonstrate accountability for work, and take ownership in job performance
    • Demonstrate concern for the accuracy and quality of inspections; take steps to correct mistakes and improve the overall product
    Job Specific - Every employee in this position must be able to:
    • Demonstrate working knowledge of design and construction
    • Demonstrate knowledge of possible defects and flaws in building construction and of effective corrective measures
    • Demonstrate knowledge of applicable building, plumbing, and mechanical codes
    • Exhibit knowledge of building materials and building material standards, modern construction, and material assembly practices
    • Read plans and specifications for new and existing structures
    • Communicate verbally and in writing with engineers, architects, builders, and the public



    JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS

    Essential Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities, and Tasks
    1. Secure and maintain compliance with City, county, and state codes and regulations governing the construction, alteration, and repair of buildings
    2. Inspect visually a variety of buildings and construction projects and:
    • Determine whether plans, workmanship, and materials conform with legally established requirements
    • Verify possession of valid permits for all new construction, alterations, major repairs, and additions to buildings
    • Verify compliance with approved plans
    • Inspect building, plumbing, and mechanical work
    3. Inspect old and dangerous structures for safety, structural, and other
    4. Interpret and explain building ordinances, codes, and regulations to builders, contractors, homeowners, and other interested parties
    5. Operate a City vehicle in a safe manner
    6. Maintain regular and punctual attendance
    Other Duties and Responsibilities
    1. Work independently on field inspections, and make decisions exercising technical judgment; consult with inspection supervisor on more difficult and unusual cases
    2. Prepare and maintain necessary records and reports
    Inspector is accountable for all duties of this job, and other projects and responsibilities may be added at the City’s discretion.

    POSITION REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS/PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

    Education, Experience, Skills, Formal Training, Licenses, and Certifications
    Required:
    • Graduation from high school or GED
    • Minimum two (2) years of experience in the building or inspection trades
    • ICC certification as a commercial building inspector, have or obtain a commercial plumbing certification within six months of employment
    • Maintain a valid driver license and safe driving record throughout employment
    Preferred:
    • Building, Plumbing and Mechanical Certifications
    • Minimum one (1) year inspection experience
    • Strong combined inspection skills including structural, plumbing, and mechanical areas
    Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and skills, may be considered.
    Physical Requirements:
    • The position of General Building Inspector is physical in nature, and involves:
    • Constant standing and walking on uneven terrain in various conditions to perform inspections; constant squatting, bending, and kneeling to perform inspections at various sites
    • Frequent sitting to write reports and drive to and from inspection sites; frequent twisting to inspect site structure, plumbing and mechanical systems
    • Occasional crawling to inspect multi-level structures; occasional climbing and balancing on ladders, stairs, framing, and step ladders at unprotected heights to look for structural hazards; occasional reaching overhead and below shoulder to manipulate tools and equipment
    • Frequent light grasp, hand manipulation, and handling needed to use equipment; occasional firm grasp is needed to manipulate tools
    • Frequent stepping up/down to get in and out of vehicles, trenches, and foundations; frequent actuate mechanism needed to safely operate vehicles
    • Frequent use of far acuity to detect hazards; constant use of near acuity to write reports and perform office tasks
    • Occasional lifting and carrying of up to 30 pounds; occasional pushing/pulling of up to 20 pounds to open garage doors and overhead doors
    • Occasional pushing/pulling of up to 25 pounds with dollies and carts

    WORKING CONDITIONS
    Work is frequently performed indoors and outdoors, and occasionally under extreme temperatures. Frequent hearing is needed to provide a high level of communication and customer service to contractors through spoken word in a noisy construction environment.
    Required Materials and Equipment
    Computers, both desktop and tablet; tape measures, levels, calculator, telephone (office and cellular), small hand tools, office equipment, hardhat, safety glasses, gloves, and light pick-up truck or vehicle will be supplied.

    PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENT
    • Background checks will include employment references and criminal history, and when applicable, credit check, driver license record, and education verification
    • Drug screen
    • Must be legally entitled to work in the United States


    The City of Westminster, Colorado, is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and aims to have its workforce reflect the community.

    The City of Westminster offers a comprehensive benefit package including:
    • Health and Dental
    • Flexible Spending
    • Pension/Retirement Plans
    • Term Life Insurance
    • Long-term Disability
    • Survivor Benefits
    • Wellness Program
    • Career Development Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement Program
    • Leave program that provides for vacation, holidays, sick leave, major illness, and on the job injury


    For a more detailed overview of our General Non Exempt employee benefit package:
    Benefit Package

    The City of Westminster does not participate in the Social Security system. In lieu of Social Security contributions, the city contributes to a 401(a) defined contribution plan on your behalf.

    401(a) Contribution Rates:
    Employee Mandatory Contribution: 11.5% of your base pay. Contributions are pre-tax and fully vested.
    Employer Contribution: 12% of your base pay.

    Employer Contribution Vesting Schedule
    • Less than 3 years - 0%
    • 3 to 4 years - 60%
    • 4 to 5 years - 80%
    • Over 5 years - 100%
    • For employees age 55 and older, the employer contributions are 100% vested

    The City of Westminster provides employees with innovative and practical ways to improve their commute through two key features, EcoPass and Commute Benefits powered by Commutrics. EcoPass provides unlimited trips on RTD's core transit services and Commute Rewards allows you to record your trips and get rewards based on your commute mode.

    Closing Date/Time: 12/22/2025 8:30 AM Mountain
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    Please mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com job board.

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Ensuring Community Safety: A Guide to Careers in Code Compliance and Inspection

Ensuring Community Safety: A Guide to Careers in Code Compliance and Inspection

In the intricate world of public service, code compliance jobs emerge as pivotal roles that ensure the safety, health, and well-being of communities.

For individuals passionate about upholding standards and regulations, a career in code enforcement and inspection presents a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference.

If code enforcement and compliance is a field that you feel is interesting and matches your skill set, then you will want to look further into how your local, state, or federal government may help you fill your passion with a position in code compliance.

 

Understanding Code Compliance Roles

Code compliance officers, also known as code enforcement officers or inspectors, are responsible for enforcing a wide range of codes and regulations related to building safety, zoning, environmental protection, and public health.

These professionals play a critical role in maintaining the quality of neighborhoods, ensuring buildings are safe and environments are livable.

Here are some examples of compliance professions that might sound like what you're looking for:

Building Code Compliance Officer: Inspects buildings and performs related work to ensure compliance with building codes and safety standards, issuing permits and performing on-site inspections to verify adherence to regulations.

Environmental Code Compliance Officer: Enforces environmental laws by inspecting facilities for pollution and hazardous materials compliance, working to maintain public health and environmental safety.

Health Code Compliance Officer: Ensures businesses and public spaces meet health regulations and health code requirements by conducting inspections of restaurants, pools, and housing to prevent health hazards.

City Code Zoning Compliance Officer: Oversees adherence to city ordinances and zoning laws, reviews permits, and investigates violations to ensure property use complies with local zoning regulations.

Fire Code Compliance Officer: Conducts fire safety inspections and approves fire safety plans, working to prevent fire hazards and ensure buildings comply with fire safety codes.

Electrical Code Compliance Officer: Reviews and inspects electrical systems and installations, ensuring they meet electrical codes and safety standards.

Plumbing Code Compliance Officer: Inspects plumbing systems for compliance with plumbing codes, reviewing plans and conducting site inspections to safeguard public health.

Public Safety and Compliance Officer: Enforces public safety policies, collaborating with other departments to develop and implement safety protocols and emergency response plans.

 

The Appeal of a Career in Code Compliance

A career in code compliance is not just a job; it's a commitment to public safety and community well-being. Here’s why many are drawn to this field:

  • Making a Difference: Every day, code compliance officers contribute to the safety and improvement of their communities by ensuring that codes and regulations are followed.
  • Diverse Challenges: No two days are the same in code compliance. Professionals in this field are constantly learning and adapting to new situations and challenges.
  • Job Security and Growth: With the constant need for regulation enforcement and the evolving nature of codes and standards, code compliance jobs offer stability and opportunities for career advancement.
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  • Engagement with the Community: These roles provide a chance to work closely with the public, local businesses, and other government agencies, fostering a deep sense of community engagement and service.
 

Steps You Can Take to Launch Your Career in Code Compliance

Embarking on a career in code compliance requires a mix of education, skill development, and strategic job searching.

Let's look at how you can get started:
  • Educational Foundations: While requirements can vary, many code compliance roles require at least a high school diploma or equivalent. However, further education in fields such as public administration, urban planning, construction management, or a related field can be highly beneficial.
  • Certification and Training: Gaining certification from recognized organizations, such as the International Code Council (ICC), can significantly enhance your qualifications. Many positions also require specific training and licensing relevant to your area of enforcement. For example, if you are applying for a compliance position in Florida, having a valid Florida driver's license may be necessary. In a situation such as this one, you may also be asked to be part of the Florida Association for Inspectors or other such agencies.
  • Gain Experience: Entry-level positions or internships in local government can provide practical experience and a foot in the door. Volunteering for community projects related to building, planning, and development can also be advantageous and help give you the connection you need to get the type of position you are looking for.
  • Develop Essential Skills: Beyond understanding codes and regulations, successful code compliance professionals possess strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with the public and resolve compliance issues.
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How to Apply for Government Coding and Compliance Positions

1. Understand the Job Requirements

Carefully review and read the job announcement to understand the qualifications, experience, and educational requirements.

Note any specific certifications or licenses needed, such as those for building inspection or public health.

2. Prepare Your Application Materials

Resume: Tailor your resume to highlight relevant experience, education, and skills that match the job announcement. Use keywords from the job description to pass automated screening processes.

Cover Letter: Write a concise cover letter that explains why you're interested in the position and how your background makes you a suitable candidate.

Supporting Documents: Prepare any required documents, such as transcripts, certifications, or references, as indicated in the job listing.

3. Submit Your Application

Follow the application instructions in the job announcement carefully and correctly. This may involve filling out an online application form, verifying phone numbers and contact information with your references, uploading documents, or emailing your application materials to a specific contact.

Make sure to refresh your browser to view any important updates on positions you've applied for or if additional items have been requested.

4. Prepare for Assessments and Interviews

Assessment Tests: Some positions may require you to pass assessment tests or exams related to code compliance knowledge and skills.

Interviews: If selected for an interview, prepare by reviewing common interview questions for government jobs and formulating responses that demonstrate your qualifications and interest in public service.

5. Follow Up

After submitting your application or completing an interview, it's appropriate to follow up with a thank-you email reiterating your interest in the position.

It's also understandable to expect someone to respond to you. If you haven't heard anything by a specified date or timeframe, a polite follow-up to inquire about the status of your application is acceptable.

6. Continuous Learning

Whether you're waiting for a response or looking to improve your chances for future opportunities, continue enhancing your skills and knowledge relevant to code compliance.

This could involve taking courses on the latest building codes, attending workshops, or joining professional organizations related to code enforcement.

 

Why Pursue a Government Role in Code Compliance?

Government job opportunities in code compliance offer a chance to work on a wide range of projects and initiatives that directly impact public safety and community standards.

These roles come with the benefits of government employment, including competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to contribute to the public good.

Whether at the municipal, state, or federal level, code compliance jobs are essential to the functioning of safe and orderly communities.

For those with a keen interest in regulations, a desire to engage with the community, and a commitment to public service, a career in code compliance offers a fulfilling path.

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If you’re driven by the prospect of ensuring safety and standards within communities and have an eye for detail and regulations, take a few seconds and start exploring code compliance opportunities on our website.

This could prove to be the start of a rewarding career journey.

Embrace the challenge and step into a role where you can truly make a difference every day.

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