What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inspector II - ROW Mgmt & Inspection position at City of Colorado Springs?
Description / Position Overview
Inspector II - City Right-of-Way
The City of Colorado Springs is ready to welcome multiple Inspector II's to the Right of Way Management & Inspection team! As an Inspector II for this team, you will perform technical preliminary, interim, and final construction inspections for assigned engineering projects, which may include roads, streets, appurtenant structures, catch basins, storm basins, bridges, drainage facilities, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, cross pans, and squared returns.
This position is subject to budget required furloughs to be implemented in the 2026 calendar year, and any furloughs subsequently approved.
Benefits Offered
We're an accredited pay equity employer!
Your starting pay will be within the posted hiring range based on your years of experience and education. Click here to view the 2026 Salary Schedule | City of Colorado Springs
As An Inspector II, You Will
We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:
We encourage all to apply!
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are not required, but they are considered desirable. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications, please include specific details in your application. This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants.
Please contact City.Recruiting@coloradosprings.gov for any questions about this position.
Physical Demands: Exerting up to 70 lbs. occasionally; 50 lbs. frequently; or negligible amounts constantly; OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Environmental Conditions/ Frequency
Primary Work Environment – Field
Extreme Temperature – Occasionally
Wetness and Humidity – Occasionally
Respiratory Hazards – Occasionally
Noise and Vibrations – Often
Physical Hazards – Often
Mechanical and/or Electrical Hazards – Often
Exposure to Communicable Diseases – Occasionally
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a welcoming culture that values our employees' unique individual qualities and fosters a welcoming environment where people want to be
The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.
NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.
The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Apply to Join Our Team
You can view the status of your application on the City of Colorado Springs Careers page.
To be notified of future career opportunities sign up for job alerts on the Job Alerts page.
Working for the City of Colorado Springs is Rewarding!
Please visit the City of Colorado Springs' Total Rewards Site for additional benefits information.
The City of Colorado Springs is a place where people want to come to work each day. We have a culture of excellence, and we strive to provide our employees with the very best overall career experience and Total Rewards. We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to meet the needs of our employees and their families.
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What is the highest level of education you have completed?
How many years of full-time engineering technology experience related to the area of assignment do you possess?
Do you possess a valid, or willing to obtain, and maintain upon hire, a non-probationary Colorado driver’s license not subject to restrictions?
Do you currently possess, or are you willing to obtain within 12 months of hire, any of the following certifications? Please select from the options below that best apply to you.
Please indicate which of the following you have experience with. Check all that apply:
Please explain, in written detail, your experience including your role and where you gained your experience.
Inspector II - City Right-of-Way
The City of Colorado Springs is ready to welcome multiple Inspector II's to the Right of Way Management & Inspection team! As an Inspector II for this team, you will perform technical preliminary, interim, and final construction inspections for assigned engineering projects, which may include roads, streets, appurtenant structures, catch basins, storm basins, bridges, drainage facilities, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, cross pans, and squared returns.
This position is subject to budget required furloughs to be implemented in the 2026 calendar year, and any furloughs subsequently approved.
Benefits Offered
- Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, and Holidays
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- PERA Retirement
- Employee Medical Clinic and Pharmacy
- Wellness Programs, Fitness Classes, and Gym Discounts
- Medical Management Programs
- Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Long Term Care
- HRA and Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care
- Read more about our many benefits at: https://coloradosprings.gov/totalrewards
We're an accredited pay equity employer!
Your starting pay will be within the posted hiring range based on your years of experience and education. Click here to view the 2026 Salary Schedule | City of Colorado Springs
As An Inspector II, You Will
- Perform technical engineering inspections of construction sites, utility trenches, restoration of city assets, and backfill procedures in the City Right-of-Way
- Ensure that all work completed complies with City codes and engineering standards, American with Disabilities Act regulations, and approved engineering specifications and plans
- Ensure construction is in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
- Investigate citizen and business complaints related to assigned area of responsibility
- Inspect construction, replacement, and repair projects in the public right-of-way; ensure that all projects are completed in compliance with all local, state, and federal laws, codes and regulations
- Conduct and analyze tests on soil aggregate, asphalt, and concrete for compliance with compaction densities and specifications outlined in City ordinances
- Oversee subdivision construction functions; review and inspect construction, final release of financial assurances, and acceptance of improvements within the Public Right-of-Way and Public Easements
- Other duties as assigned
- Learn more about this job by reviewing the class specification on the City of Colorado Springs Class Specifications page
We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:
- Basic operations, services, and activities of a comprehensive civil engineering inspection program
- Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
- Methods and techniques of concrete materials testing; asphalt materials testing; and analysis of overlay, repair, and maintenance
- Characteristics of soil aggregates and pavement materials associated with restoration in the City Right-of-Way Basic principles of construction management
- Use ACCELA as a management tool for all inspections and scheduling
- Read and interpret blueprints and engineering plans and specifications Interpret and explain pertinent City policies and procedures
- Work independently
- Safely operate assigned vehicles
- Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade (high school diploma or GED)
- Three years of full-time, professional experience in construction, inspection, or a related field
We encourage all to apply!
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are not required, but they are considered desirable. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications, please include specific details in your application. This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants.
- Possess upon hire or willing to obtain within one-year of hire CAPA A Level and CAPA I Level Certifications from the Colorado Asphalt Pavement Association
- Possess upon hire or willing to obtain within one-year of hire ACI Certification from the American Concrete Institution
- Experience working in a municipal or government agency
- Experience civil infrastructure inspection in the public right-of-way
- Experience with erosion control and stormwater systems
- Training or certification in materials testing, erosion control, or ADA compliance
Please contact City.Recruiting@coloradosprings.gov for any questions about this position.
Physical Demands: Exerting up to 70 lbs. occasionally; 50 lbs. frequently; or negligible amounts constantly; OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Environmental Conditions/ Frequency
Primary Work Environment – Field
Extreme Temperature – Occasionally
Wetness and Humidity – Occasionally
Respiratory Hazards – Occasionally
Noise and Vibrations – Often
Physical Hazards – Often
Mechanical and/or Electrical Hazards – Often
Exposure to Communicable Diseases – Occasionally
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a welcoming culture that values our employees' unique individual qualities and fosters a welcoming environment where people want to be
The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.
NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.
The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Apply to Join Our Team
- Please visit the City of Colorado Springs Careers page and review our opportunities. Click on Apply button to complete an online application for any position of interest. All job applicants will need to create a new login and online application (unless you already have a Government Jobs user ID and password).
- Completing your application in full, including the entire work experience section, will assist Human Resources in the applicant screening process. Your application may not be considered if all of the information requested for each employer you list is not provided.
- Applicants may redact information from their resumes, certifications, transcripts, or any other additional application materials that identify the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
- We encourage candidates with out-of-state credentials to inquire about expedited processing of Colorado licensing with the Colorado Occupational Credential Portability Program. More information can be found at the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies Licensing Portability page
- Our Government Jobs application system does not allow you to edit your application after it has been submitted for a position. If you want to make changes, you may submit another application prior to the position’s closing date and time listed in the job posting. HR will review the last application you submit for a position.
You can view the status of your application on the City of Colorado Springs Careers page.
To be notified of future career opportunities sign up for job alerts on the Job Alerts page.
Working for the City of Colorado Springs is Rewarding!
Please visit the City of Colorado Springs' Total Rewards Site for additional benefits information.
The City of Colorado Springs is a place where people want to come to work each day. We have a culture of excellence, and we strive to provide our employees with the very best overall career experience and Total Rewards. We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to meet the needs of our employees and their families.
01
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
- Less than high school
- High School diploma or GED
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or above
How many years of full-time engineering technology experience related to the area of assignment do you possess?
- Less than one year
- One or more years
- Two or more years
- Three or more years
- Four or more years
- Five or more years
- Six or more years
- Seven or more years
- Eight or more years
- Nine or more years
- Ten or more years
Do you possess a valid, or willing to obtain, and maintain upon hire, a non-probationary Colorado driver’s license not subject to restrictions?
- Yes
- No
Do you currently possess, or are you willing to obtain within 12 months of hire, any of the following certifications? Please select from the options below that best apply to you.
- CAPA A Level Certification (Colorado Asphalt Pavement Association)
- CAPA I Level Certification (Colorado Asphalt Pavement Association)
- ACI Certification (American Concrete Institute)
- I do not possess these certifications but I am willing to obtain these certifications within one-year of hire
- I do not possess these certifications and I am not willing to obtain within (12-months) of hire
Please indicate which of the following you have experience with. Check all that apply:
- Experience working in a municipal or government agency
- Experience civil infrastructure inspection in the public right-of-way
- Experience with erosion control and stormwater systems
- Training or certification in materials testing, erosion control, or ADA compliance
- None
Please explain, in written detail, your experience including your role and where you gained your experience.
- Required Question