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Page 1 of 4 Shoshone County Building Inspector Job Description September 14, 2026
PLANNING & ZONING ADMINISTRATION
BUILDING PLANNING FLOODPLAIN
700 Bank Street, Suite 25, Wallace, Idaho 83873-2348
Phone: (208) 752-8891 E-mail: pz@co.shoshone.id.us
Shoshone County
Position Opening
Building Inspector
Job Summary
The Building Inspector performs technical review and inspection of residential, commercial
and agricultural properties and building & site plans, ensuring buildings are constructed in
accordance with established codes and standards and compliance with all relevant building
codes, zoning laws, and safety regulations. The Building Inspector also assists with
investigations into code enforcement activities, including ensuring compliance with
applicable ordinances, codes and regulations related to Shoshone County Code and adopted
building codes.
This position is under general supervision of the Building Official and Planning
Administrator, with latitude allowed for independent judgment in interpreting and
enforcing building standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Performs technical office review / approval of construction documents (i. e. plans,
specifications, etc.) & performs inspections of new and existing buildings, structures and
systems to ensure adherence with local & state codes, zoning regulations and applicable
building codes, including but not limited to structural, health, fire safety and other
applicable codes;
Identify and document violations of building codes or zoning laws, issuing stop work
orders, citations, or other enforcement actions, as necessary.
Maintain accurate records of inspections, permits, violations and enforcement actions,
including inspection reports and correspondence with affected parties on compliance
efforts;
Acts as a resource for contractors, public, design professionals and other interested parties
on matters relating to code requirements, construction techniques & practices, permit
processes and inspection procedures.
Stay current with changes in building codes, regulations and construction practices
through ongoing professional development and training;
Work closely with other county departments, state, and local agencies to ensure
coordinated enforcement of regulations.
mailto:pz@co.shoshone.id.us
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Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:
Comprehensive knowledge of building and construction codes and related local & state
codes/ordinances and zoning regulations;
Principles, procedures, materials, methods and standard practices of building
construction, including stages when inspections to detect violations and defects are most
easily observed and corrected;
Standard practices and procedures for field inspection;
Knowledge of floodplain, site disturbance, stormwater/erosion sediment control;
Principles of surveying, mapping, global positioning systems (GIS) and usage of aerial
photography and satellite imagery.
Skills & Abilities:
Excellent oral & written communication and interpersonal skills;
Detect and suggest corrections to inferior or deficient design, workmanship, materials
and other hazards during plan review and on-site inspection;
Read and interpret complex construction plans, blueprints, designs, maps, diagrams,
and related documents, including relating them to actual construction;
Ability to calculate figures and amounts using fractions, decimals and percentages to
apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry;
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnis hed in
written, oral, or diagram form or from vague sources and references;
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with tact, discretion,
initiative and sound judgment to reach appropriate conclusions;
Prepare oral and written reports, maintain review, inspection and enforcement records
and findings, documents, correspondence and related files and records;
Ability to use as telephone and general office equipment and proficient with computers,
various peripherals and relevant software (e.g., Microsoft Windows Office 10 Suite,
Adobe) appropriate to assigned duties;
Effectively communicate, establish and maintain working relationships with other
employees, the public, developers, builders, customers