Pay

Starting at $68,000 a year + DOE

Job type

Full-time

Description

 

POSITION SUMMARY

The position performs plan reviews and on-site field inspections for general construction or specialized trade inspections of properties to verify compliance with the approved construction documents, adopted codes, and ordinances of the City, to safeguard public health, safety and general welfare.  This position is also responsible for administrative functions relative to the documentation of inspections.

 

Examples of Duties

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be required and assigned.

1. Performs on-site inspections to verify compliance with code requirements including quality of materials and methods of construction for footings, foundations, excavations, wood framing, concrete work, steel erection, lathing, plastering, tile work, masonry, plumbing, electrical installations, zoning requirements and other construction work.
2. Conducts on-site building inspections to verify compliance with approved drawings and applicable codes and ordinances.
3. Reviews residential and commercial building plans and specifications.
4. Develops, maintains and updates electronic and paper records of inspections and plan reviews.
5. Investigates complaints regarding building safety concerns.  Resolves complaint issues.
6. Prepares and issues plan review correction letters and inspection violation notices.  Tracks violations until resolved.
7. Conducts conceptual plan reviews, pre-construction, and pre-Certificate of Occupancy meetings with contractors, city staff, owners, and design professionals to discuss any code items found during the plan review and inspection process.
8. Conducts on-site meetings with contractors and owners during construction to discuss code violations found during inspections.
9. Reviews all documents required by permit conditions during construction, including deferred documents and special inspections, for Code compliance and defects.
10. Educates customers and all stake holders of code and ordinance requirements.
11. Analyzes complicated industrial procedures and processes to determine if hazardous materials or conditions exist.
12. Provides technical assistance and explains and interprets codes, ordinances, and regulations for design professionals, contractors, owners and the general public.
13. Updates and maintains electronic and paper databases, files, forms and records.
14. Assists with the issuance of permits for construction and determination of applicable permit fees.
15. Interacts with citizens, builders, developers, and design professionals regarding inquiries, complaints and recommendations.
16. Suggests maintenance and upgrades of codes and ordinances to the Building Official as required.
17. Other duties as assigned. 

 

Typical Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma/equivalent.
• Associates degree in inspection technology, or closely related field. 
• Minimum of five (5) years’ work experience in plan review, inspection, or construction experience.
• Certification as a Residential Combination Inspector within twelve (12) months of date of hire.
• Valid driver’s license.

 

Supplemental Information

 

REQUIRED JOB COMPETENCIES

1. Extensive working knowledge of residential building construction including structural framing, electrical, heating/air conditioning and plumbing systems.
2. Working knowledge of pertinent construction codes and ordinances, proper inspection methods, and legal procedures involving enforcement of building codes and ordinances.
3. Knowledge of safety codes, related laws and ordinances and building standards. 
4. Knowledge of the principals and practices of code compliance programs.
5. Knowledge of blueprints, layouts, construction plans, parcel maps, and zoning maps.
6. Skill in identifying technical and operational problems and recommending appropriate corrective actions.
7. Knowledge of the City’s and Department’s operating requirements, policies, procedures, and practices; and local, state, and federal regulations related to department programs and operations.
8. Knowledge of computer software consistent for this position.
9. Knowledge of current office practices and procedures and knowledge of the operation of standard office equipment and software.
10. Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority. 
11. Ability to understand and effectively carry out local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence, and Federal, State, and local regulations. 
12. Ability to perform word processing and/or data entry.
13. Ability to perform mathematical calculations required of this position.
14. Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits with minimal direction and supervision.
15. Skill in researching and understanding complex written materials.
16. Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports.
17. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively in English with staff, administration, and the public in both written and verbal form. 
18. Ability to define problems, exercise sound judgment, and address a variety of situations.
19. Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations.
20. Ability to maintain professionalism at all times.
21. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
22. Ability to maintain discretion regarding business-related files, reports and conversations, within the provisions of open records laws and other applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations. 
23. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
24. Ability to work the allocated hours of the position.

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Position: Building Inspector

Grade: 11

Salary Range: $67,497.04 – $94,443.27 Dependent on Qualifications (DOQ)

Reports to: Chief Building Official

The City of Creve Coeur, Missouri, seeks a motivated building inspector to inspect construction and building sites, review building plans, inspect apartment dwelling units, respond to complaints from the public, enforce zoning and property maintenance ordinances, maintain accurate records, compile reports, and respond to unauthorized construction and natural disaster events as needed, in order to ensure that all construction and zoning activities conform with City ordinances and Building Codes for the City of Creve Coeur. 

This position provides an exciting opportunity to support the City’s continued growth, with involvement in multiple major construction projects encompassing a wide range of building types. Anticipated construction activity in the new future includes mixed-use developments; the repositioning of a former corporate campus through new construction and renovation of existing buildings; expansion within the City’s existing medical campuses; and a variety of residential projects.

Essential Functions

• Performs assigned daily inspections of commercial and residential construction sites for compliance with the building code per approved plans; drives to sites; and measures structural components, inspects fire resistance rated construction, inspects all aspects of the means of egress, etc. by comparison with approved plans and building code requirements in order to ensure safe and lawful construction within the City of Creve Coeur. 
• Communicates effectively and courteously with contractors and homeowners on matters related to construction activity and building code compliance. Clearly documents on the inspection report any non-compliance with the City’s building codes that are discovered during the course of an inspection, and submits the inspection report to the contractor or homeowner in a timely manner. Any code compliance conflicts that are found based on an inspection compared to approved plans are referred to the Plans Examiner and/or Chief Building Official for resolution.
• Utilizes computer industry-specific software programs such as LAMA for permitting and inspections and Bluebeam for plan review.
• Inspects apartment dwelling units and apartment communities to ensure compliance with the property maintenance code by inspecting the electrical, mechanical, plumbing and building components of vacant apartment dwelling units and ensuring any violations are corrected prior to being re-occupied; and by inspecting the exterior building components and grounds of apartment communities and ensuring that any violations are corrected in a timely manner;  in order to ensure a safe and healthy environment for apartment occupants within.
• Responds to property maintenance complaints from the general public; investigates complaints in person; sends violation notices as needed; and informs complainants of the action(s) being taken in order to prevent building and zoning violations for the City of Creve Coeur.
• Enforces zoning ordinances including illegal home occupations, parking, signage, and landscaping in order to ensure compliance with zoning ordinances for the City of Creve Coeur.  
• Investigates unauthorized construction work; determines owners of property where unauthorized work is taking place; writes violation letters; secures permits; and stops unauthorized work following consultation with the Chief Building Official in order to ensure compliance with building and zoning codes for the City of Creve Coeur. 
• Demonstrates a commitment to public duty and presents oneself as a credible and knowledgeable representative of the City to maintain public trust by following the principals of  “Our Commitments to Character-Driven Professionalism”; builds and maintains positive relationships while serving all internal and external customers using effective communication and teambuilding skills; seeks to actively listen and provides prompt assistance to others; equally treats others with dignity and respect; problem-solves; accepts responsibility for self and work product.

Minimum Requirements:

Graduation from high school or equivalent. Three (3) or more years of increasingly responsible equivalent or related experience preferred with years of college experience considered.  

ICC Residential and Commercial Building Inspector Certifications (or the ability to obtain certification within approximately one (1) year of date of hire) is required.

Qualified candidates will have a valid driver’s license, proof of current vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation.

Mental Requirements: A successful candidate will be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others, and has full knowledge of local building codes; can effectively organize and prioritize their work; and communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Able to work independently and within a team.  Remains calm when dealing with difficult situations and people. Uses information to solve problems and make effective decisions. Able to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.

Physical Requirements: Able to work outside in varying weather conditions.  Able to safely drive to different construction sites and follow traffic laws.  Able to walk, stoop, bend, kneel, grab, grasp, push, pull, and climb as needed to survey sites. Able to walk on difficult terrain of a construction site.

To Apply:

For consideration, please submit an application, resume, and cover letter by visiting the City’s Employment Opportunities page at https://www.crevecoeurmo.gov/jobs. Review of applications begins immediately and the position will remain open until filled.

The City of Creve Coeur is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and participates in E-Verify.

The City of Hazelwood is now accepting applications for a full-time Permit Technician.

Duties include:

• Schedule residential occupancy inspections and issue residential occupancy permits in accordance with the City’s Housing Code.
• Schedule and coordinate building permit, courtesy, commercial occupancy, and other inspections.
• Greet and assist visitors and callers courteously, provide information, take messages, and refer questions to the appropriate person or department.
• Assist with permits, inspection applications, and brochures and review submitted applications for accuracy and completeness.
• Track residential inspections, permits, courtesy infraction notices, court summonses, building inspections, and expired occupancy inspections.
• Prepare letters and memorandums, maintain the cash drawer and cash receipt journal, reconcile receipts, and prepare monthly invoices for large apartment complexes.
• Provide administrative support to the Building Official, Building Inspector, and Code Enforcement Officers.
• Coordinate the building permit application process, explain requirements, review paperwork, assign permit numbers, and issue permits after plan review.
• Create, maintain, and generate reports, databases, and spreadsheets tracking monthly and fiscal-year totals.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel
• One (1) year general secretarial/clerical and customer service experience
• OR any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities

Physical Requirements

• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers, telephones, calculators, printers, photocopiers, cameras, laminators, and fax machines.
• Ability to perform sedentary to light work involving some lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to recognize similarities or differences in shapes and sounds associated with job-related materials and tasks.

Salary & Benefits:

• $48,293
• Excellent benefits package including pension, medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Paid sick leave
• 10 paid holidays and 2 personal holidays

Apply at Hazelwood City Hall, 415 Elm Grove Lane, Hazelwood, MO 63042 or via e-mail to [email protected]. An Employment Application must be completed for consideration of the position.

This position is open until filled.

The City of Hazelwood is now accepting applications for a full-time Code Enforcement Officer.

Duties include:

• Perform interior and exterior Residential Occupancy inspections for compliance with adopted Codes and Ordinances
• Inspect building interiors, exteriors, fences, driveways, decks, and property for compliance with applicable Codes and Ordinances
• Issue ordinance violation warnings, citations, and court summons
• Patrol assigned sector for code violations
• Respond to resident complaints, mediate disputes, and resolve neighborhood problems involving code violations.
• Provide assistance and advice regarding Codes and Ordinances
• Prepare and serve Administrative Search Warrants to abate nuisance violations
• Prepare reports, memos, notices, correspondence, court summonses, and weekly reports
• Check business licenses and occupancy permits in the Building Inspector’s absence and take appropriate action
• Prepare and serve administrative search warrants to abate nuisance violations
• Be on call to evaluate and declare properties unfit due to uninhabitable conditions

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Vocational/technical training with a minimum of one (1) year of building code, inspection, or related experience
• ICC Property Maintenance and House Inspector certification, or the ability to obtain within 12 months of hire date
• OR any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities, and appropriate ICC Certifications
• A valid driver’s license required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to operate a computer, office equipment, camera, vehicle, and inspection-related tools.
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing approximately 12 to 20 pounds
• Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet, and limbs while performing inspection tasks.
• Ability to recognize differences in colors, shapes, sounds, odors, and textures associated with inspection work.

Salary & Benefits:

• $56,784 – $71,850
• Excellent benefits package including pension, medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Paid sick leave
• 10 paid holidays and 2 personal holidays

Apply at Hazelwood City Hall, 415 Elm Grove Lane, Hazelwood, MO 63042 or via e-mail to [email protected]. An Employment Application must be completed for consideration of the position.

Commissioner of Building Operations & Code Administration

City of St. Louis

Position Overview

The Commissioner of Building Operations & Code Administration serves as the executive leader responsible for the City’s building regulatory, permitting, and inspection functions. This role is accountable for ensuring public safety through code compliance while advancing efficient, transparent, and customer-focused service delivery that supports economic development and community recovery in the May 16th tornado-impacted areas and across the city.

The City is seeking a transformational leader to join its team in this pivotal moment in history, to address its decades of blight, accelerate demolitions in the tornado zone, and reform the Division’s permitting process to make St. Louis a predictable and attractive place to do business.

The Commissioner will also lead the Zoning Section of the Building Division’s historic role in overhauling the City’s zoning code—the Zoning Upgrade: a modern code to meet the moment—marking the first major rewrite and map update since the mid-twentieth century.

The Commissioner operates as a division-level executive, overseeing strategy, operations, and performance across building code enforcement, plan review, permitting, and inspection services with a team of 200 employees. This position requires a leader who can balance regulatory integrity with operational efficiency, modernize legacy processes, drive measurable improvements in service delivery, and manage people.

Salary: $104,078 – $163,332

Position Grade: 20M

Job Type: Full-Time (Permanent) Location: Downtown – St. Louis, MO

Apply Here: If interested, please send a resume and cover letter to [email protected] by August 23, 2026

Why Be the Commissioner of Building Operations & Code Administration for the City of St. Louis?

This is a unique, high-impact opportunity for a transformational executive to lead a critical division during a pivotal moment of revitalization for the City of St. Louis.

1.  Drive City-Wide Transformation and Economic Recovery

The Commissioner role is central to the City’s strategic priorities:

• Addressing Decades of Blight: Take direct action to accelerate demolitions and address structural challenges that impede community growth and safety.

• Leading Tornado Recovery: Play a crucial role in the post-disaster recovery efforts in the May 16th tornado-impacted areas, ensuring safe, efficient, and rapid rebuilding.
  • Fueling Economic Development: Reform the permitting process to eliminate inefficiencies, increase transparency, and make St. Louis a predictable and attractive place for developers and businesses to invest.

2.  Lead Major Modernization and Process Reform

This is an opportunity to leave a lasting legacy by:

• Modernizing Operations: Championing the overhaul of legacy processes, including the implementation of new digital platforms for permitting and plan review.
  • Driving Operational Excellence: Establishing and enforcing new performance metrics (e.g., permit cycle times, inspection turnaround) to transition the division into a high-performing, customer-focused service provider.
  • Engaging in Policy: Directly influence the regulatory environment, supporting initiatives like the “ZOUP” (Zoning Upgrade) overhaul and drafting new codes that reflect modern industry standards, equity, and sustainability goals.

3.  High-Visibility Executive Leadership

The Commissioner is a division-level executive with significant authority and strategic influence:

• Direct Impact: Lead a multidisciplinary team and oversee all regulatory functions (permitting, inspections, code enforcement) essential to public safety and development.
  • Strategic Stakeholder Role: Serve as the primary liaison to elected officials, developers, design professionals, and community leaders, navigating complex political and industry relationships.
  • Organizational Development: Lead the mentorship, development, and strategic alignment of the division’s staff and resources, fostering a culture of accountability and professionalism.

In short, this position is not just about enforcing codes—it’s about leading fundamental change, accelerating recovery, and setting the standard for transparent, efficient, and equitable building operations that will define St. Louis’s future.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership & Performance Management

• Lead and manage all building operations, including permitting, inspections, and code enforcement, ensuring alignment with City priorities and regulatory requirements.
• Establish and drive performance metrics (e.g., permit cycle times, inspection turnaround, backlog reduction, customer satisfaction).

• Implement accountability systems to ensure consistent, timely, and high-quality service delivery across all functional areas.

Process Improvement & Modernization

• Lead modernization of permitting and plan review systems, including digital platforms and workflow optimization.
• Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements to increase speed, transparency, and accessibility.
• Integrate data analytics and reporting tools to support real-time decision-making and performance tracking.

Regulatory Oversight & Policy Development

• Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal building codes and regulations.
• Oversee the development, interpretation, and implementation of building codes, ordinances, and design standards.
• Lead or support drafting of new ordinances and code updates to reflect evolving industry standards and City priorities.

Strategic Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary liaison to developers, contractors, design professionals, community stakeholders, and elected officials.
• Respond to inquiries from Alderpersons and provide technical and operational guidance on building-related issues.
• Represent the City in hearings, including Board of Adjustment and Appeals, and provide expert testimony as needed.

Interagency Coordination

• Collaborate with internal departments (Public Safety, Planning, Legal, IT, etc.) to ensure coordinated service delivery and regulatory alignment.
• Facilitate cross-functional solutions to complex development and compliance challenges.

Leadership & Organizational Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team of managers, inspectors, and technical staff.
• Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Align staffing, structure, and resources to meet operational demands and long-term strategic goals.

Core Competencies

• Executive Leadership: Ability to lead large, complex operations with multiple functional areas and stakeholders, and manage subordinate leaders and employees.
• Operational Excellence: Proven ability to improve performance, streamline processes, and deliver measurable results.
• Regulatory Expertise: Strong understanding of building codes, compliance frameworks, and enforcement practices.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align operational priorities with broader City objectives, including economic development and community impact.
• Stakeholder Management: Skilled in navigating political, community, and industry relationships.
• Change Management: Experience leading organizational and technological transformation initiatives.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Ability to leverage data and analytics to inform strategy and improve outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications

One of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Public Administration, or a related field and at least 7 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in building operations, construction, code enforcement, or a related field;

OR

• Master’s degree in a related field and at least 5 years of senior-level leadership experience in a relevant discipline;

OR

• Registration as a Professional Engineer or Architect (State of Missouri or eligible for reciprocity);

OR

• Certified Building Official (CBO) designation, Master Code Professional (MCP);

OR

• An equivalent combination of education, training, and executive-level experience in regulatory operations, construction, development, or large-scale program management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading building or permitting operations in a large municipality or complex organization
• Experience implementing or managing digital permitting / plan review systems
• Demonstrated success improving operational performance (e.g., reducing backlogs, improving service timelines)
• Experience working with developers, contractors, and design professionals
• Familiarity with Missouri building codes and regulatory environment

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work is primarily performed in an office environment with periodic field engagement.
• Requires the ability to review technical documents, plans, and reports.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of St. Louis will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the City.