CC Resolution 13278 - Approving Revised Classification Specification for Senior Building Inspector RESOLUTION NO. 13278
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CAMPBELL
APROVING THE REVISED CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION FOR SENIOR
BUILDING INSPECTOR
WHEREAS, the City of Campbell intends to revise the classification specification for Senior
Building Inspector; and
WHEREAS, The City Manager is required by Section 2.12.030 of the Campbell Municipal
code to prepare and submit to the City Council recommendations for the reorganization of
offices, departments, and positions which are considered to be in the best interest of.
efficient, effective and economical conduct of the municipal services provided by the City;
and
WHEREAS, Section 3.0 of the Personnel Rules and Regulations requires the Personnel
Officer to maintain a classification plan including classification specifications;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Campbell does
hereby approve the revised classification specification for Senior Building Inspector as set
forth in Attachment C.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 15th day of April 2025, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers: Bybee, Hines, Scozzola, Furtado, Lopez
NOES: Councilmembers: None
ABSENT: Councilmembers: None
APPROVED:
Sergio Lopez, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Andrea Says ers, City Clerk
CITY OF CAMPBELL
SENIOR BUILDING INSPECTOR
DEFINITION
Under supervision, this class performs complex general building inspection with added
specialization in electrical, mechanical, plumbing, or building inspection, requiring the use of
considerable independent judgement and initiative, and to do related work as required.
This is the advanced journey level class in the Building Inspector series and is distinguished from
the other classes in the Building Inspector series by the responsibility assumed for supervising
and coordinating field inspection operations including establishing inspection protocols, providing
training and mentoring to less experienced staff, as well as for performing the most complex duties
assigned to positions within the series. Receives direction from the Building Official. May exercise
supervision and provide technical and functional direction to lower-level inspection and counter
staff.
TYPICAL DUTIES
Typical duties will include, but are not limited to:
• Make combination field inspections of building construction, plumbing, mechanical, and
electrical installations at all levels of complexity and at varying stages of building
construction to ensure compliance with approved plans, applicable codes, ordinances
and regulations;
• Resolve disputes between Building Inspection staff and developers, contractors,
architects, engineers and the general public; explain and interpret requirements and
restrictions;
• Issue permits, investigate violations, make recommendations for corrective action;
• Address difficult inspection problems in building construction, electrical or plumbing work;
• Respond to questions and concerns of staff or the public;
• Support Building Official, Inspectors, and Code Enforcement Officer in managing Code
Enforcement cases; Confer with architects, planners, contractors, builders, and the
general public in the field, office, and at the counter.
• Coordinate with other City staff and representatives of other agencies regarding the permit
process;
• Provide ongoing training to Building Inspection staff of City policies, procedures, rules,
and regulations to ensure uniform application;
• Coordinate the work and inspection activities of Building Inspection staff; •
• Prepare appropriate paperwork, records and reports;
• Serve as the Plan Check Examiner or Building Official in their absence; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Education and Experience: Equivalent to graduation from high school and four years of
increasingly responsible experience as a building inspector with specialization in building,
electrical or plumbing inspection, including two years of experience comparable to that of a
Building Inspector in the City of Campbell.
Required Licenses or Certifications:
• Valid California Driver's License or the ability to provide alternate transportation as
approved by the appointing authority.
• International Code Council (ICC) certification as a combination inspector. Possession of
Cal OES emergency disaster registration. Possession of additional ICC certifications,
such as MEP trade inspector, Special inspector, and CASp are highly desirable.
Knowledge of:
• Principles and practices of the California Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical, and
Energy Codes, and other pertinent State and County codes and City ordinances;
• Proper inspection methods, procedures and materials;
• Principles of construction site management; and
• Principles and practices of supervision and performance management.
Ability to:
• Accurately analyze, interpret and check plans, specifications and calculations;
• Identify building code compliance requirements and make appropriate recommendations
for corrective actions;
• Interpret, apply and explain construction-related codes, regulations and policies;
• Prepare and maintain accurate forms, records and reports;
• Operate a computer, software, and other office equipment;
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions;
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• IJemonstrate initiative and exercise good judgment in the performance of duties;
• Work independently and as a team member;
• Set priorities and meet deadlines;
• Establish and maintain a positive and effective working relationships with those contacted
• in the course of work;.
• Plan, coordinate and oversee the work of others; and
• Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner.
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