Job Description

Salary : $68,305.00 - $89,105.00 Annually
Location : Coleman A Young Municipal Center, MI
Job Type: Certified-Regular Civil Service
Job Number: 20251199231BSEEDmm
Department: Buildings & Safety Eng
Opening Date: 07/21/2025
Bargaining Unit: 1090-AFSCME Supv Local 2394 Building and Safety En

Description
Buildings, Safety Engineering and Environmental Department (BSEED) Supervising Building Inspector
The Buildings, Safety Engineering and Environmental Department (BSEED) mission is to provide for the safety, health and welfare of the general public as it pertains to buildings and their environs in an efficient, cost-effective, user-friendly, and professional manner. BSEED enforces construction, property maintenance, environmental compliance and zoning codes, which preserve and enhance property values and promote quality of life to make Detroit a preferred place to reside and conduct business
Under general supervision, plans and coordinates inspection activities ensuring enforcement and compliance of City of Detroit building codes and ordinances.

Examples of Duties

1. Plan, direct and review work assignments of employees.
2. Instruct, direct and train staff on requirements, policies, procedures and best practices for provision of departmental services.
3. Coordinate inspection activities with city departments, utility companies, contractors and property owners.
4. Review and approve building construction plans and specifications for compliance with City building code and ordinance requirements.
5. Review, verify, approve and issue building code clearances and violation notices.
6. Conduct special investigations on building conditions or proposed modification changes and prepare reports on recommendations and findings.
7. Prepare documentation and represent the department before relevant bodies and agencies regarding the disposition of property, as required.
8. Assist in preparing and revising codes, ordinances, regulations, and departmental electronic plan review policies and procedures.
9. Consult with engineering and Law Department staff on engineering and legal matters.
10. Investigate and resolve complaints regarding building defects.
11. Respond to customer inquiries regarding policies and procedures.
12. Prepare reports on inspection activities.
13. Evaluate the work of supervised staff and makes recommendations for improvement.
14. Recommend and administer established disciplinary procedures, and approve time off.

Minimum Qualifications
Qualifications (required):

• High School graduation or G.E.D. required.
• Four (4) years of building inspection experience.

Qualifications (preferred):

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Experience includes one (1) year of experience in a supervisory capacity.

EQUIVALENCY

• Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Special Requirements:

• Successful applicants certified to positions in this class must acquire and maintain registration as a Building Inspector as required by Skilled Trades Regulatory Act, 2016 PA 407, Rule R. [click to reveal phone number]408-30037 of State of Michigan Public Acts 1986.
• Employees in this class will be required to provide and operate a motor vehicle on a reimbursed mileage basis, a valid State of Michigan Operator License is required.

Supplemental Information

Evaluation Plan

• Interview: 70%
• Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%
• Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

• Veteran Points: 0 - 15 points
• Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of Federal, State of Michigan and City of Detroit building codes, standards and ordinances
• Knowledge of Building inspection methods, concepts and practices.
• Knowledge of Architectural, structural engineering and zoning principles governing the construction of buildings.
• Knowledge of Materials, operations, construction, and trades practices related to building construction.
• Skill in interpreting engineering sketches, drawings, plans and specifications.
• Skill in researching, organizing and formulating plans.
• Skill in use of personal computers, common office and spreadsheet software required.
• Skill in communicating effectively, both orally and in writing with tact and diplomacy.
• Skill in physical and mechanical dexterity.
• Skill in organize and execute major building inspection activities.
• Ability to plan, organize and supervise work of others.
• Ability to interact effectively with the public, peers and other departmental personnel.
• Ability to display initiative and resourcefulness in performance of duties.
• Ability to willingly acquire additional knowledge and education to remain current in field.
• Ability to climb ladders and enter manholes, narrow openings and crawl spaces and to move along narrow, exposed platforms and beams.
• Ability to work in high and/or confined spaces.
• Ability to work in hot, dusty areas.
• Ability to withstand noxious odors.

Physical Demands

• Physical demands include walking, bending, crouching, and similar actions to inspect a project as well as sitting for long periods of time at a desk.

Work Environment

• Fieldwork includes exposure to outside elements and seasonal weather conditions as well as indoor exposure to residential, commercial or industrial property in various conditions and stages of repair or construction.
• Customer contacts require neat and clean appearance.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD

• Individuals appointed to a position in this class will be required to serve a probationary period of six months with the possibility of a six-month extension for a total of twelve months.
• If promoted to a position in this class, an individual will be required to serve a probationary period of six months.
• The performance will be carefully evaluated during the probationary period.
• Continued employment in this class will be contingent upon the successful completion of the probationary period and meeting all of the performance expectation requirements.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

• Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
• Dental
• Vision

INSURANCE

• Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS
The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS
City Employees Retirement System
As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:
• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
- At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or

- At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);
- An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.
Have a successful career with the City of Detroit . Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit
01

Please indicate your highest level of education completed

• High School Diploma/GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• PhD/J.D.
• No Education experience

02

How many years of experience do you have performing building inspections?

• None
• Less than 4 years of experience
• 4 to 6 years of experience
• 7-9 years of experience
• 10+ years of experience

03

How many years of experience do you have in a supervisory or lead capacity within the construction, building inspection, or building trades field?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 2 years
• 3-4 years of experience
• 5+ years of experience

04

Do you currently possess a valid registration as a Building Inspector as required by the State of Michigan (PA 407, Rule R. [click to reveal phone number]408-30037)?

• Yes
• No

05

Describe your experience in a supervisory or lead capacity within the construction, building inspection, or building trades field.
Required Question

Job Tags

Full time, For contractors, Seasonal work, Work at office, Local area,

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