Construction Standards Inspector I

Prince George's County Public Schools

Upper Marlboro (MD)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

44 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Employee discounts

Job summary

Prince George's County Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement (DPIE) seeks an entry‑level technical inspector to enforce building and site development codes. The role involves field inspections, interpreting approved plans, issuing notices of violations, and preparing inspection and enforcement reports.

The incumbent supports senior staff and may be exposed to outdoor conditions and varying weather.

Qualifications

Read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
Inspect grading, site development, and related facilities for compliance.
Prepare inspection reports and enforcement documents.

Responsibilities

Inspect construction sites for compliance with codes and standards.
Issue violation notices and follow up on corrective actions.
Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports on site activities.
Coordinate with contractors, owners, and agencies for permits and inspections.
Present findings and participate in meetings or court proceedings as needed.

Skills

Plan interpretation

Site inspections

Code enforcement

Report writing

Stakeholder communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About The Position

This is a entry-level technical inspection and code enforcement work to ensure compliance with codes, ordinances and standards governing site development work, environmental issues and for all construction on public road right-of ways, residential, commercial buildings and development sites. This incumbent read and interprets approved engineering plans and specifications, conducts field inspections, explains and interprets codes, attempts to obtain voluntary compliance, issues violation notices, writes and prepares construction inspection reports. Assignments require independent and evaluative thinking and the application of a variety of technical methods and standards. Work is performed under the supervision of the Construction Standards Inspector IV for the assigned area (s). It is important to understand the DPIE is service agency. The incumbent is required to ensure compliance with codes, ordinances and standards governing construction ins specific functional areas (i.e., residential and commercial development – building, mechanical, electrical, fire/life safety). A significant aspect of work includes establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with contractors, owners, engineers and the general public. Work is performed indoors and outdoors and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions and temperatures and may include physical activities such as repeated bending, climbing, kneeling, reaching and lifting to thirty (30) pounds.

All DPIE employees are considered “essential” and are required to participate in the Department’s Snow and Ice Control Program, during natural or man‑made disasters and during other special operations as assigned. Essential employees are expected to report to work or remain at work when others are granted Administrative Leave.

About The Agency

The Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement (DPIE) is responsible for coordinating and enforcing standards that control what goes on before, during, and after construction. Staff from nine agencies, who work cooperatively on permit processing, business licensing, plan review, inspection and enforcement comprise Department of Permitting, Inspections, and Enforcement. The Mission of the Department of Permitting, Inspections, and Enforcement is to promote economic development in Prince George's County and protect the safety of County residents, businesses, and visitors through efficient permitting, inspection and licensing services to ensure compliance with established building, zoning and property standards codes.

Examples of Work

Enforce National building codes, State and Local codes and ordinances and standards governing site development work, environmental issues and for construction on public road rights-of-way.
Inspect all phases of grading, site development, sediment erosion control, stormwater management facilities, road and bridged construction to ensure compliance with County specifications, ordinances, standards and approved plans.
Inspect footings, foundations, frame structures, mechanical electrical and fire/life safety systems on single‑family dwellings, townhouses, condominiums and apartment units.
Research and investigate all matters thoroughly prior to reaching a decision or providing recommendations to supervisor and management.
Ensure all enforcement documents (correction orders, notices of violations, civil citations), issued are accurate upon issuance and re‑inspect required corrective action in a timely manner.
Attend scheduled meetings and training sessions to enhance code enforcement and inspection skills.
Perform investigations of complaints and files complete/accurate report of finding and conclusion within three working days and performs follow‑up inspections as necessary to determine the status of action (s) taken.
Prepare and submit daily, weekly and monthly reports on all construction activities.
Serve as a liaison with other agencies, consultants, contractors, utility companies, the general public and participate in emergency operations as required.
Establish and maintain all records and files in accordance with directives and procedures.
Participate in meetings with citizens, owners and management to address code‑related issues and provide public education.
Coordinate directly with permittee’s, contractors and assigned materials testing personnel to assure compliance.
Perform field inspections and enforcement building codes and assignments.
Complete reports, attend and make presentations before the Courts and the Boards of Appeals.
Willingly and cooperatively performs tasks and duties which may not be specifically listed in the class specification and position description but are within the general occupational category and responsibility level associated with the employee’s class of work.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or G.E.D.
One (1) year of technical experience performing construction inspection and code enforcement work on construction projects.
Must possess and maintain a valid Class C driver’s license.

An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

Post‑secondary education with course work related to architecture or engineering.
Read and interpret engineering plans.
Analyze all phases of construction for compliance with applicable codes, standards and specifications.
A minimum of one (1) year of code enforcement and working in phases of building construction and inspections in the following disciplines: commercial building, residential, electrical, mechanical and fire and life safety.
Two or more International Building Codes, (ICC) construction inspector certifications or licensure in a construction trade.

Salary Range Transparency

The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the anticipated offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Tentative Interview Dates: November 30 - December 4, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location: 9200 Basil Court, Larg, MD 20774

Conditions of Employment

Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable.
Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.
Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non‑standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.

Eligibility to Work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. This employer participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I‑9 is completed. For information on E‑Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E‑Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888‑897‑7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.

Internal Applicants

If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16‑200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.

Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

General Plan Information

The Prince George’s County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31.

A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse.

Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same‑sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same‑sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent.

The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre‑tax basis with the exception of Long‑Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short‑Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services).

New employees must enroll in the County’s health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date.

The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty‑five (45) days from the date of hire.

After enrolling in the County’s benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption).

Employee Benefits

Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 + hours, per week)
Group Term Life Insurance
Long & Short‑Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts