Job Description

Job ID
59478
Location
Professional & Supervisory
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular

ABOUT THIS POSITION

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The City of Phoenix strives to be an employer of choice, and with more than 14,000 employees working across 35 departments, the City of Phoenix offers opportunities for career growth and advancement. It is emerging in the new economy with strength in high technology, manufacturing, bioscience research and advanced business services.


The Planning & Development Department (PDD) guides the physical development of the city by preserving our historic sites, planning what can be built where, and ensuring safe construction of buildings and infrastructure. A host of advisory and governing bodies of residents as well as elected officials provide oversight as the city grows and needs arise. The process is governed through development and enforcement of city codes and ordinances. Planning and Development is looking to fill a vacancy for Civil Inspector II for the Inspections section.


The Civil Inspector II inspects the full range of public works construction projects, which includes water and sewer mains and services, storm drains, box culverts, dry utilities, concrete driveways, sidewalks, curb & gutters, street pavement, irrigation, and landscaping. The Civil Inspector II will inspect permitted construction in the public right-of-way for compliance with MAG standard details, specifications, and approved plans. In addition, the Civil Inspector II performs City of Phoenix zoning code enforcement inspections, such as ADA parking, signage, accessible route compliance, site parking, lighting, and screening compliance.

Opportunity to underfill at the Civil Inspector I level

The Civil Inspector I performs entry level technical and skilled site development in the field for public works and residential projects. Employees work independently in the field and are responsible for making decisions requiring technical discretion, and sound judgment. Employees in this classification report to a Civil Inspection Field Supervisor, Civil Engineer, or similar supervisor, who provides supervision and training.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

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Ability to problem solve and research workable solutions by utilizing a wide range of Civil Engineering principals and by using the existing framework of M.A.G and various City of Phoenix adopted Civil Engineering Codes. Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook.

SALARY

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Civil Inspector II

Pay Range: $33.41 to $47.01 per hour.

Hiring Range: $33.41 to $42.64 per hour.

Civil Inspector I

Pay Range: $28.86 to $40.61 per hour.

Hiring Range: $28.86 to $31.82 per hour.

Pay Range Explanation:

Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification. Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

Internal Only:

Please understand that this is pay grade 355 for Civil Inspector II and 349 for Civil Inspector I. If selected, your salary offer will be based on the applicable promotion or demotion worksheet in accordance with the City Pay Ordinance.

Promotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade increase. Demotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade decrease. Lateral transfers occur when there is no change to the last two digits of the pay grade. When there is a change in the first digit of the pay grade, there may also be a change to your classification or unit.

Your job classification can be found in eCHRIS > Personal Details under your name, located in the top left section of the page.


The pay grade and classification/unit of your current position may be found by looking up your job title on the job description page.

BENEFITS

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A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes:


Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions,for more details: Pension Information 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually Dental, vision, and life insurance options Employer paid long-term disability Free Bus/light rail pass Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi

For more details, visit: Unit 003 Benefits

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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Civil Inspector II

Two years of inspections experience in public works or zoning requirements (two years at the level of Civil Inspector I), and certification as noted below. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted. By the end of probation, must obtain the requirements listed in one of the options below: + Must obtain two certifications from the list below:
- NICET (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) certifications may be any level but only 1 level per certification counts towards certification requirements.
NICET Construction Materials Testing-Asphalt NICET Construction Materials Testing-Concrete NICET Construction Materials Testing-Soils NICET Transportation- Highway Construction Inspection + NICET Transportation-Highway Surveys + NICET Underground Utilities Construction- Water and Sewer Line
+ NICET Underground Utilities Construction- Storm & Wastewater
ICC (International Code Council) Accessibility Inspector/Plans Examiner (21) ACI (American Concrete Institute) Concrete Field Testing Technician ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician AZAG (Arizona Chapter Associated General Contractors) Erosion Control Coordinator ATSSA (American Traffic Safety Services Association) Traffic Control Technician + OR Must obtain the following one certification:
- ATTI (Arizona Technical Testing Institute) Field Technician
ATTI Field Technician qualifies for TWO certifications because the certification covers the subjects of Asphalt and Soils All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position. Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.
For information regarding pre-screening and driving positions, . The City job description can be found here.

Civil Inspector II

Documented completion of three years construction experience working at a skilled journey level in public works, site development, or related building trades, or relevant certification by a model code agency as an inspector or plan reviewer. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted. Must successfully complete the On the Job (OJT) training program by the end of the twelve-month probationary period. All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position. Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.
For information regarding pre-screening and driving positions, . The City job description can be found here.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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The minimum qualifications listed above, plus:

Five years or more of experience at a Skilled journey level within Grading and Drainage, Sewer, Water, Paving, and Concrete. Two years of Code Enforcement or Past Civil Inspections experience in Grading and Drainage, Sewer, Water, Concrete, and Paving. Experience using GIS, OnBase, and KIVA. Shape PHX experience. Experience Field Sampling for material in asphalt, Soils, and concrete. Zoning Code inspection experience. Experience in Civil concrete structures. Landscaping experience.

RECRUITMENT DATES

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Recruitment closes November 11, 2025. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.


This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list.This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.

HOW TO APPLY

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Apply online by completing the required information and attaching,

as one document

, your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.

WE ARE HERE TO HELP

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REFERENCE

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Civil Inspector II, JC:60270, ID# 59478, 10/28/25, USM, SG, Benefits:003, Q


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City of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.