Description
The City of Woodland offers a competitive total compensation package including:
POSITION
To plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of the Building Division; to coordinate, oversee and participate in building plan check and inspection in addition to code enforcement; and to develop and provide comprehensive training programs for divisional staff. The purpose of this recruitment is to fill a position in the Community Development Department, as well as establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The Ideal Candidate is an experienced and collaborative leader with a strong background in building, code enforcement, and regulatory compliance. This individual will quickly develop a comprehensive understanding of the Community Development Department''s Building Division and provide effective oversight of building plan review, inspection services, and code enforcement operations.
The Ideal Candidate is a proven team player who fosters positive working relationships and demonstrates exceptional customer service when interacting with the development community, residents, elected officials, and City staff. They possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities in a dynamic public service environment.
The Ideal Candidate exercises sound judgment, analyzes complex technical and regulatory issues, and makes well-reasoned, independent decisions consistent with applicable laws, codes, and City policies. They are an effective supervisor who motivates and develops staff, promotes accountability, and supports a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and high-quality public service. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with the ability to clearly explain technical information to a variety of audiences.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned personnel. Plan, direct and coordinate the activities of the Building Inspection Division. Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies and priorities of the division. Establish, improve and coordinate the plan checking and building inspection procedures of the city; provide standardization of enforcement codes. Review and make recommendations on all new applicable codes, rules and regulations. Coordinate building inspection activities with other divisions and departments of the city. Prepare and administer the division budget; approve all expenditures. Develop and provide comprehensive training programs for divisional staff. Analyze, interpret and check complex plans, specifications and calculations. Check details of building plans for compliance with residential and commercial zoning codes and laws. Review and approve all major projects prior to permit issuance. Issue Certificate of Occupancy for completed structures. Oversee the establishment and maintenance of building inspection records and files. Regular and consistent attendance.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS Answer or respond to telephone, written or counter inquiries regarding building division policies, procedures and operations as necessary; respond to public complaints. Appear before public agencies, business and civic groups, and other organizations in the presentation and discussion of building and safety‑related problems, proposals, projects, and policies. Serve as staff and provide recommendations to various city and citizen advisory boards and committees as assigned, Prepare reports and memos regarding division operations as requested. Represent the division to outside agencies and organizations; participate in outside community and professional groups and committees; provide technical assistance as necessary. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other city employees, the building community and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education / Training: Associate of Arts or Science degree with major coursework in building design, inspection, construction or a related field. Bachelor''s degree in a related field is preferred. A minimum of 45 hours of continuing education shall be completed for every three-year period.
Experience: Four (4) years of building inspection experience or closely related activities including considerable supervisory responsibilities.
Licenses / Certificates: Possession of a valid California driver's license and a Building Official Certificate from the Council of American Building Officials are required upon hire.
APPLICATION
Apply with a City of Woodland application by visiting www.cityofwoodland.gov/employment or the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 300 First Street, 2nd Floor, Woodland, CA 95695. This recruitment is Open Until Filled, with first review of applications scheduled for Monday, August 17, 2026. Supplemental questionnaire must be submitted with application by the final filing date to be considered. Résumés and cover letters are encouraged but will not be accepted in lieu of the application form. Postmarks will not be accepted.
Review Process: Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview or any combination thereof. Applicants will be required to take and pass a medical examination by a City of Woodland physician to ensure their physical suitability to perform the assigned duties.
If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please notify Human Resources at least seven (7) days prior to the event.
Panel interview is tentatively scheduled for the week of August 31, 2026.
BENEFITS
Current Salary:
$10,962.57 - $13,991.33 per month
$5,059.65 - $6,457.54/biweekly
Retirement:
CalPERS Retirement System (2% @ 60 Formula for Classic CalPERS members and 2% @ 62 Formula for new CalPERS members). The City does not participate in social security
Deferred Compensation:
Choice of deferred compensation plans (Traditional and Roth). City will match up to 3% of employee's base salary
Medical:
CalPERS Medical Insurance Plans, including HMOs & PPOs City gives an allowance toward the cost of insurance. Maximum family medical allowance for 2026 is $2,195.79/month, and for 2027 is $2,295.79/month.
Dental / Vision:
City paid Delta Dental and VSP Vision Benefits
STD / LTD:
City paid wage protection for short and long-term disabilities
Life Insurance:
City provides $50,000 life insurance policy
Supplemental Benefits:
Voluntary Supplemental Life, Cancer and Accident Only insurances, Critical Illness and Flexible Spending Accounts available
Vacation:
7 hours per month during first 3 years of service
Sick Leave:
8 hours per month
Administrative Leave:
96 hours of leave time per fiscal year
Holidays:
12.5 paid holidays (including two floating holidays)
Bilingual Pay:
$200 per month upon certification
Professional Growth and Wellness Stipend:
$625/annually for professional growth and wellness (non-taxable, paid over 24 pay periods per fiscal year)
The City of Woodland hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. The City of Woodland is an Equal Opportunity Employer