Building Code Inspector I

Position Announcement

(If not fully qualified as an Inspector I, consideration will be given to hire as an Inspector Trainee at a starting salary of $41,321.00)(If qualified higher than a Inspector I starting salary will be higher, depending upon

certifications)

Grade: 66

Starting Salary: $42,974.00

Status: Permanent – Full Time

Posting Dates: September 28, 2026 until filled

Work description: This person must perform inspections of construction projects to enforce local and state laws, ordinances, specifications, and standards. Assist in review of construction plans, correspond/meet with contractors to review specifications, inspect construction in progress and upon completion. Position requires considerable knowledge of construction techniques, processes and materials and the corresponding laws and standards. Receives complaints in regard to defective constructions and handles enforcement problems. Performs re-inspections as needed and works closely with contractors to ensure understanding of any noted issues.

Physical Requirements: This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word, and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, hazards, and atmospheric conditions.

Minimum Training and Experience:Requires High School Diploma or GED and formal training, special courses, or self-education equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education or specialized advanced training in engineering, construction, or a closely related field. Preference will be given to applicants having prior building code inspection experience.

Application Process: Complete an employment application (PD 107) and return to the HR Department located at 75 Peachtree St. Murphy, NC 28906. The application can be obtained and found on-line at the North Carolina Office of State Personnel website (https://oshr.nc.gov/nc-state-government-paper-application-employment-pd-107) or at Tri-County NCWorks Career Center, 800 West US Hwy 64, Murphy, NC 28906 (formerly NC Employment Security Commission, located next to Waffle King in Murphy). Resumes will not be accepted.

**Employment:**Cherokee County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, military or veteran status, disability and/or national origin. Individuals being offered employment through Cherokee County are subject to drug screening and a background check.

Job Details

Category

FULL TIME JOBS

Status

Open

Posted

September 25, 2026 11:00 AM

Closing

Open Until Filled