| Location | Moreno Valley, CA |
| Salary | $97,389.38–$145,118.56 Per Year |
Certified Hospital Inspector of Record (HCAI Inspector)
Salary
$97,389.38 - $145,118.56 Annually
Location
Moreno Valley
Job Type
Regular
Job Number
26-33229-01 AL
Department
RUHS-Medical Center
Opening Date
09/30/2026
Closing Date
10/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Riverside University Health System (RUHS) is recruiting a Certified Hospital Inspector of Record (IOR) to perform highly specialized technical and administrative duties related to county medical and mental health facility construction and alteration projects. The position is responsible for ensuring that projects under RUHS comply with applicable state requirements and regulations administered by the California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI), formerly known as the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development (OSHPD). The position also performs other related duties as assigned.
The Certified Hospital Inspector of Record (HCAI) reports to the Chief Clinical Integration Officer or designee and serves as the hospital governing board's designated HCAI-certified Inspector of Record (IOR). The incumbent exercises independent professional judgment in monitoring and enforcing compliance with the California Building Standards Code (Title 24), HCAI-approved construction documents, and applicable state laws, regulations, and requirements governing hospital construction. The HCAI functions independently of contractors and design professionals and is directly accountable to the hospital governing board for the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of all inspection activities and related documentation. The incumbent's responsibilities help ensure regulatory compliance and mitigate potential regulatory, financial, operational, and legal risks to the organization.
Candidates must possess a current and valid California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) Hospital Inspector Certification, Class A, authorizing the inspection of all phases of hospital construction, including major structural construction. The required HCAI certification must be maintained in active and good standing throughout employment. The incumbent must also satisfy all applicable HCAI continuing education and certification renewal requirements.
This position follows a 9/80 work schedule and is primarily an in-person position. The primary work location is the medical center in Moreno Valley, with travel to the behavioral health hospital and other RUHS facilities as required. The position requires prolonged periods of standing and walking in active construction areas, depending on project and inspection requirements.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPTION I
Education: Completion of 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university, preferably with course work in engineering, architecture, construction management, building code compliance, or a closely related field. Additional coursework in structural engineering, seismic systems, or healthcare construction is highly desirable. Additional qualifying experience may substitute for up to two years of the required education on the basis of one year of full-time experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units of the required education.
Experience: Four (4) years of experience working on Type I or Type II building/construction projects in a role such as architect, engineer, owner, local building official, or representative of a general contractor. This experience must have include technical inspection of major structural and nonstructural building systems and components.
OPTION II
Experience: At least 5 years of documented experience performing technical inspections on Type I or Type II construction as defined by the California Building Code. Experience must include at least 4 years of healthcare facility construction projects subject to HCAI jurisdiction.
ALL OPTIONS
License/Certificate: Possession of a current valid California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) Hospital Inspector Certification: Class A (authorizing inspection of all phases including major structural construction). Must remain in good standing with HCAI and maintain required continuing education.
Possession of a valid California Driver License.
Knowledge of: Highly advanced and authoritative provisions of the California Building Standards Code (Title 24, CCR), HCAI regulations, fire and life safety standards for acute care hospitals, seismic anchorage and bracing requirements for non-structural components, and TIO Program requirements.
Ability to: Plan, organize and direct the work of a facilities construction unit; develop and evaluate design and construction standards and criteria; coordinate the development of construction projects through completion; understand, interpret, apply and enforce codes, regulations, specifications, schedules, and contract provisions; perform calculations used in construction design and cost estimating; communicate effectively, orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with architects, engineers, contractors, and various public officials, including inspectors and administrators.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
For information about this posting contact the recruiter Angela Levinson at alevinson@rivco.org or 951-955-5562.
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APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouses death certificate, a letter of spouses disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veterans Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability
Work Location and Telework
In-person attendance is the standard work expectation for County of Riverside assignments. Certain assignments may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule; however, telework arrangements are subject to management approval, operational needs, and/or may be modified or discontinued at any time. Employees who telework are expected to be able to report to their assigned worksite on short notice or as operational needs require. Unless otherwise specified for a particular position, employees are expected to reside in California following appointment. Limited exceptions may apply. Applicants should contact the assigned recruiter for additional information regarding work location expectations, telework eligibility, and residency requirements.
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).
Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veterans preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com.
If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.
BENEFIT PROGRAM: UPE
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable LIUNA Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here.
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).
A new member is defined as any of the following:
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If theres any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)
Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.
SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance)
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
DISABILITY:
Employees contribute to State Disability Insurance (SDI), which provides wage replacement benefits for those unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy. SDI also includes Paid Family Leave benefits. The wage replacement rate, as defined by current law, is between 60-70% of wages earned during the SDI eligibility period. Benefits can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of regular pay.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable Memorandum of Understanding.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
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Do you possess a current valid California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) Hospital Inspector Certification: Class A (authorizing inspection of all phases including major structural construction)?
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Do you possess a valid California Driver License.
03
What is your highest level of education from an accredited college or university, preferably with course work in engineering, architecture, construction management, building code compliance, or a closely related field?
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How many years of professional experience do you have working on Type I or Type II construction projects in the capacity of an architect, engineer, owner, local building official, or general contractor's representative, with responsibilities including the technical inspection of major structural and nonstructural building systems and components?
05
How many years of documented experience do you have performing technical inspections of Type I or Type II construction projects, as defined by the California Building Code?
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How many years of experience do you have performing technical inspections of healthcare facility construction projects subject to HCAI jurisdiction?
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Does your experience include inspection experience on HCAI hospital projects in Callifornia?
Required Question
Employer County of Riverside
Address County Admin. Center P.O. Box 1569
4080 Lemon St., 7th floor
Riverside, California, 92502-1569
Phone Contact Recruiter for Job Information
Website http://www.rc-hr.com