What are the responsibilities and job description for the Zoning and Building Code Enforcement Inspector position at Pima County?
Job Description Summary
Department - Environmental Quality
Job Description
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Job Type: Classified
Job Classification: 5586 - Zoning and Building Code Enforcement Inspector
Salary Grade: 11
Pay Range
Hiring Range: $25.12 - $30.14 Per Hour
Full Range: $25.12 - $35.17 Per Hour
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.
The first review of applications will be on 04/25/2025.
The Zoning and Building Code Enforcement Inspector helps to ensure public welfare by responding to complaints regarding zoning, building, or solid waste violations. This role involves conducting field inspections in urban and rural areas and works with property owners to resolve violations. You will also be responsible for educating the public about applicable codes, provide testimony at public hearings and court proceedings, and perform follow-up field investigations to ensure compliance.
This position is located at 5025 W. Ina Rd.
Essential Functions
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in urban or regional planning, geography, public administration, political science, hydrology, geology, business administration or a related field as defined by the department head at the time of recruitment.
(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted. Examples of relevant experience may include experience in the enforcement of laws, rules, regulations or codes, such as law enforcement officer or investigator, insurance adjuster, or a related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.)
Or
One year of experience with Pima County as a Zoning Inspector, Field Zoning Inspector, Codes Enforcement Specialist, Building Inspector I OR Two years with Pima County as a Planner or Code Enforcement Technician.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information
Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record. All positions require an International Codes Council (ICC) Zoning Inspector Certification or Coalition of Arizona County Code Enforcement Officials (CACCEO) Zoning Inspector Certification, and an International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician Certification prior to or within twelve (12) months of appointment.
Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.
Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.
Working Conditions: Works in an office setting or outdoors in extremes of heat, cold, inclement weather and exposure to dust, dirt, wind, construction activities and materials and to traverse rough terrain. Other working conditions will be determined by position.
EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Department - Environmental Quality
Job Description
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Job Type: Classified
Job Classification: 5586 - Zoning and Building Code Enforcement Inspector
Salary Grade: 11
Pay Range
Hiring Range: $25.12 - $30.14 Per Hour
Full Range: $25.12 - $35.17 Per Hour
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.
The first review of applications will be on 04/25/2025.
The Zoning and Building Code Enforcement Inspector helps to ensure public welfare by responding to complaints regarding zoning, building, or solid waste violations. This role involves conducting field inspections in urban and rural areas and works with property owners to resolve violations. You will also be responsible for educating the public about applicable codes, provide testimony at public hearings and court proceedings, and perform follow-up field investigations to ensure compliance.
This position is located at 5025 W. Ina Rd.
Essential Functions
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.
- Inspects sites for compliance with zoning and building codes and document findings;
- Issues citations, stop orders, and initiates enforcement actions for code violations;
- Investigates zoning/building code violations, including interviewing responsible parties and gathering evidence;
- Performs field inspections, takes photographs, makes sketches, and documents conditions of sites;
- Prepares reports on inspection results and notifies responsible parties of necessary actions for compliance;
- Inspects businesses and properties upon request from various agencies for code compliance;
- Reviews deeds, legal descriptions, and verifies property information using software like GIS and AutoCAD;
- Posts public hearing notices and performs field checks to ensure compliance with rezoning and development conditions;
- Conducts research on complaints using various software tools, including permitting systems and databases;
- Maintains records of inspections and submits reports on investigation findings;
- Manages case files from initial contact through resolution, including documentation and updates;
- Provides information to the public regarding zoning/building code violations and case status;
- Collaborates with the County Attorney’s Office and other agencies on resolving code issues;
- Represents the agency at hearings, assists attorneys in case preparation, and testifies in court;
- Works with other departments and divisions to resolve zoning/building code violations and facilitate coordination.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in urban or regional planning, geography, public administration, political science, hydrology, geology, business administration or a related field as defined by the department head at the time of recruitment.
(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted. Examples of relevant experience may include experience in the enforcement of laws, rules, regulations or codes, such as law enforcement officer or investigator, insurance adjuster, or a related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.)
Or
One year of experience with Pima County as a Zoning Inspector, Field Zoning Inspector, Codes Enforcement Specialist, Building Inspector I OR Two years with Pima County as a Planner or Code Enforcement Technician.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
- Experience with/knowledge of environmental, public health, animal control, or building/zoning code inspections.
- Experience with/knowledge of reading and enforcing governmental regulations.
- Experience with/knowledge of resolving public inquiries.
- Experience with/knowledge of legal documents and descriptions, land and title documents, and report writing.
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information
Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record. All positions require an International Codes Council (ICC) Zoning Inspector Certification or Coalition of Arizona County Code Enforcement Officials (CACCEO) Zoning Inspector Certification, and an International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician Certification prior to or within twelve (12) months of appointment.
Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.
Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.
Working Conditions: Works in an office setting or outdoors in extremes of heat, cold, inclement weather and exposure to dust, dirt, wind, construction activities and materials and to traverse rough terrain. Other working conditions will be determined by position.
EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $25 - $30
