Inspector

Maricopa County; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Low-cost healthcare

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental

Wellness program

Arizona State Retirement System

Job summary

Maricopa County's Flood Control District in Phoenix seeks an Inspector in the Floodplain Permitting division to perform field inspections and enforce floodplain regulations. You will evaluate plans, verify compliance, and respond to inquiries from property owners, engineers, and permittees.

The role requires two years of inspector or related construction experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to obtain an Arizona driver's license.

Qualifications

• Two years of inspector experience or two years in engineering/construction fields.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Equivalent combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and identify violations and compliance issues in the field.
• Ensure sand and gravel mining and new construction activities comply with approved plans and permits.
• Manage compliance cases, track due dates, and maintain files.
• Respond to inquiries and provide guidance on Floodplain Regulations and plan review requirements.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Tyler Enterprise Permitting and Licensing

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Posting Date

10/23/26

Application Deadline

10/30/26

Pay Range

$26.95 - $45.50 hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Flood Control District

About the Position

The Flood Control District is looking for an energetic team member like you! An Inspector in the Floodplain Permitting division conducts various inspections to ensure compliance with the Floodplain Regulations or approved construction plans. You will investigate citizen complaints and respond to floodplain questions from property owners, engineers, and permittees. In addition, you will play a critical role in regulating sand and gravel mining operations by completing semi-annual inspections to ensure compliance with the approved plan of development and phasing plan.

About Us

Flood Control? In a desert? Absolutely!

Though Maricopa County is in a desert, floods occur during two distinct rainy seasons - the summer monsoon and winter frontal rains. Although the Flood Control District has made significant progress over the years, work remains to be done. Maricopa County continues to be one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States, with over 200 people moving here daily!

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Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement

• Exceptional work-life balance, including options for a 9/80 flex or a 4/10 schedule and flexible core business hours

• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to the Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
• Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

• Two years of experience as an inspector or two years of experience in an engineering or construction field, including surveying, drainage inspecting, hydrology, plan reviewing/examination, and interpretation
• High school Diploma or GED
• An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

Other Requirements

Successful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire.

We Also Value

• Familiarity with FEMA Standards or the Floodplain Regulations for Maricopa County
• MSHA Mine Safety class and certification

Job Contributions

• Conduct inspections and identify violations and compliance issues in the field, providing guidance to property owners as needed
• Ensure, through field inspections, that sand and gravel mining and new construction activities are developed in accordance with approved plans and Floodplain Use Permit stipulations
• Manage compliance cases through the administrative process, keeping files up to date and tracking key due dates
• Respond to inquiries and answer general and specific questions relating to the Floodplain Regulations, drainage inquiries, plan review requirements, and floodplain management. Facilitate a solution, if required
• Respond to areas impacted by flooding events to provide initial site assessments, gather constituent information, and investigate citizen calls for service related to the event or floodplain management in general
• Other job duties as assigned

Working Conditions

• Exerting 20 - 25 pounds occasionally, 10 - 25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 pounds constantly
• Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration
• Incumbent may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dust, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, and travel
• The work will occur in an office and field environment. While performing the duties and responsibilities, the employee may be exposed to loud noise, noxious odors, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, electricity, moving mechanical parts, varying weather conditions, and other related conditions and situations. Position is subject to atmospheric conditions: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software, and Hardware

ArcGIS Pro, Tyler Enterprise Permitting and Licensing, and Microsoft Suite.

Protective Equipment Required

Safety boots, a hard hat, a safety vest, safety glasses, gloves, and long pants. Most equipment is provided by or cost reimbursed by the County.

Selection Procedure

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [e-mail] to initiate the interactive process.