Hamilton County, Ohio

Building Inspector 2 (4064-29) 2 vacancies

Job Title: Building Inspector 2

Location: Cincinnati, Ohio

Your Benefits of Working for Hamilton County!

  • Starting Pay: $ 25.90 an hour
  • Generous Paid Time Off: 11 Paid Holidays, three weeks of vacation in the first year, immediately accruing paid sick time, and paid parental leave.
  • Ohio Public Employee Retirement System which includes 14% Employer Contribution and a defined benefit option.
  • Highly Competitive and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, HRA, Dental, Vision, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility, Free On-Site Parking, Wellness Incentives, robust Employee Assistance Program, access to Free Medical and Rx through Marathon Health, plus expansive Behavioral and Mental Health Resources, and More!


We serve the residents of Hamilton County in more ways than you may realize.

Summary of Job Duties:

  • Inspects commercial construction and renovation and performs on-site inspections of construction and structure building activities.
  • Identifies violations and issues citations.
  • Prepares reports reflecting inspection results, problems encountered and other relevant information.
  • Maintains files reflecting data regarding building and complaints.
  • Responds to and attempts to resolve citizen questions and complaints.
  • Consults with owners and contractors to discuss violations and provide technical advice regarding complying with code regulatory requirements.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • 5 years experience as a construction contractor or supervisor for buildings or structures
  • or 10 years experience as a skilled trades person from work subject to inspection under a model building code
  • 1 year vocational or technical education may be substituted for one [1] year of experience and 2 years college level coursework, or equivalent
  • Demonstration of a thorough knowledge of Ohio Building or Model Building Code of a national model code organization, County building codes, construction methods and materials
  • Advanced knowledge of commercial construction and residential plans and inspection techniques
  • Basic knowledge of public relations and computer applications/systems
  • valid driver’s license issued by the state of residency
  • Must possess a Building Inspector and a Residential Building Official or Residential Building Inspector certification of competency as issued by the Ohio Board of Building Standards
  • In lieu of possession of Building Inspector and a Residential Building Official or Residential Building Inspector certificates, upon hiring, incumbents in this classification must sign an agreement to obtain these certificates within two years of employment.


Work Location and Hours:

  • 138 East Court St. Cincinnati, Oh. 45202
  • 40 Hour Work Week, generally between core hours of 7:30-5:30


Deadline to Apply:

Open Until Filled

Be part of our Team! We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a second-chance employer and a recovery friendly workplace.
  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Management and Manufacturing
  • Industries

    Government Administration

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