Construction Inspector

Applications are accepted exclusively through the City of Ventura Career Site:
www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs . Submissions through other websites or methods will not be accepted.

Pay & Benefits

Whether you're starting your career journey or seeking new opportunities, we welcome all and offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Strong supportfor professional development
• Vacation & Holiday Compensation
• Deferred Compensation
• CalPERS Retirement
• Tuition Reimbursement & Bilingual Pay
• Eligibility as a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer

Pay (DOQ):

• Construction Inspector - $35.9906 - $43.7469 Hourly DOQ
• Senior Construction Inspector - $39.5680- $48.0949 Hourly DOQ

About the Opportunity

The City of Ventura is looking for a Construction Inspector to join our Public Works Department. Under general supervision, this position inspects the quality of work and materials used on public works construction projects, including Capital Improvement Projects and private development improvements. The Construction Inspector ensures that all construction activities comply with approved plans, specifications, City standards, and departmental regulations.

The Construction Inspector is the entry-level classification in the construction inspection series. Incumbents perform routine inspection duties under close supervision and typically possess general knowledge of public works construction trades and some inspection experience. Positions in this series are flexibly staffed, with advancement to Senior Construction Inspector expected as experience and competency increase.

The Senior Construction Inspector is the journey-level classification responsible for performing the full range of construction inspection duties with greater independence. This role requires comprehensive knowledge of construction inspection principles and practices and may provide indirect oversight to lower-level inspectors. Positions are typically filled through advancement from Construction Inspector or by candidates with prior construction inspection experience.

Key responsibilities include:

• Review project plans and specifications; attend pre-construction meetings.
• Inspect construction materials, workmanship, and public works improvements-including utilities, streets, sidewalks, drainage, traffic signals, and lighting-to ensure compliance with approved plans and City standards.
• Verify line, grade, elevation, dimensions, and placement of structures.
• Collect material samples, review laboratory test results (e.g., soils and concrete), and coordinate with testing consultants.
• Monitor construction progress, document quantities of materials and work performed, and maintain daily inspection records.
• Inspect traffic control and jobsite conditions to ensure safe work zones for contractors and the public.
• Assist with project documentation including progress payments, reports, and completion of record drawings; ensure contractor compliance with applicable labor regulations.
• Inspect private development improvements, identify punch list items prior to final acceptance, and coordinate with City departments, contractors, consultants, utilities, and property owners regarding schedules, impacts, and construction issues.

Minimum Qualifications - Required

Construction Inspector: A combination of education, training and experience equivalent to completion of high school and two years of sub-professional engineering experience or four years experience in heavy construction, wet utility construction, or traffic design and implementation. Some public works construction inspection experience is desirable.

Senior Construction Inspector: In addition, supplemental specialized training and 18 months of experience comparable to that of a Construction Inspector with the City of Ventura are required. An Associate of Arts degree in engineering materials and design is desirable. Experience as a construction foreman or superintendent is desirable.

Licenses: Depending on assignment, possession of a valid California Class C driver license may be required.

Certification:

Both levels: Possession of the following valid certificates is highly desirable:

• Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector certificate (CPII) issued by the American Public Works Association
• Construction General Permit Qualified Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Practitioner (QSP) certificate issued by the California Stormwater Quality Association

About the Department

The City of Ventura’s Public Works Department plays a central role in building, maintaining, and protecting the community’s infrastructure and natural resources. Accredited by the American Public Works Association (APWA) since 2014, the department applies industry best practices and forward-thinking strategies to deliver high-quality projects that support safety, sustainability, and long-term community resilience.

The department is organized into five divisions that manage the city’s infrastructure, operations, and public services. Together, these divisions provide engineering, construction, transportation, environmental sustainability, fleet and facilities, and property management services that support the community’s growth, connectivity, and quality of life.

How to Apply & Selection Process

Submit your online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline. Resumes may be attached but will not replace a completed application or supplemental questionnaire. All communication regarding your application will be via email, so please check your inbox regularly and ensure your contact information is current.

Application Deadline: Friday, April 3, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

Selection Process Timeline:

• Week of April 13, 2026 - Oral Panel Interviews
• Week of April 20, 2026 - Department Interviews

Learn more about the Senior Construction Inspector on the job description here .

The Eligibility List established for this classification may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City.

Additional Information

To learn more about the City’s hiring process, visit the City of Ventura Hiring Process page .

Questions? Contact the Recruitment Team:
recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov

(805) 654-7802

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, (805) 654-7853, e-mail: recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!

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