Employment, Applicant Support, and Benefits within Our Vibrant City
Are you passionate about construction and code compliance—and ready to take your expertise into the field? The City of Medford is looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Residential Inspector to join our Building Safety team. In this vital role, you’ll conduct on-site inspections, ensure compliance with state and local codes, and play a key part in maintaining safe, high-quality construction standards throughout our growing community. If you have a strong background in the trades or inspection, a working knowledge of Oregon Residential Codes, and a knack for problem-solving in the field, we’d love to hear from you. Join a supportive, mission-driven team where you can build a lasting career in a role that brings purpose and progress together.
Required Education and Experience:
Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and
Three (3) years of experience in inspection or the construction trades with working knowledge of the Oregon Residential Codes; and
Possession of at least one of the following certifications within six (6) months of hire:
ICC Residential Building Inspector Certification (B1) or
Oregon Residential Structural/Mechanical Inspector (CAS); and
Obtainment of the following certifications within one year of hire:
Residential Plans Examiner (CAX)
Residential Plumbing Inspector (CAP)
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior construction, inspection, and plan review experience.
Available Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Compensation & Information on Benefits:
This position is part of the AFSCME employee group.
Effective July 1, 2025, the salary schedule shall be increased by a 2.0% salary adjustment,
plus a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA).
Certification Pay Differential:
This position may be eligible for additional pay based on certifications. Employees who obtain the following certifications may receive a 5% pay differential per certification, up to a maximum of 10% additional pay:
CAE (Residential Electrical Inspector)
CAP (Residential Plumbing Inspector)
MIA (Mechanical Inspector A-Level)
PEF (Fire and Life Safety Plans Examiner)
SIA (Structural/Mechanical Inspector)
The anticipated hiring range for the Residential Inspector position is $31.37 (first step) to $32.94 or $34.59 (second or third step). The City of Medford determines starting pay based on an evaluation of relevant education, experience, and qualifications as provided by the applicant in their application materials, alongside others who perform work of comparable character consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act. Six steps are included in this salary range, allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps.
Healthcare Benefits:
Medical, vision and dental benefits for employee and family, paid at 100% by the City with the opportunity to buy-up to a lower deductible plan
Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance – policy value of $50,000 paid by the City
Long-term disability insurance provided by the City
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA-VEBA) contributions provided by the City
Retirement Benefits:
Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) lifetime pension after retirement at no cost to employee
PERS is 100% fully paid as the City pays both the employer and the employee’s (6%) contributions
Deferred Compensation retirement plan (Section 457 Plan) for employee's retirement planning
Additional Benefits:
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The City’s Wellness Program promotes physical, social, emotional, intellectual, financial and environmental wellness with various goals and challenges to participate in throughout the year. Employees may qualify for wellness incentives by completing milestones set within the program up to $200 annually
Access to the City's fully equipped fitness center 24/7
A well-equipped gym featuring weightlifting benches, dumbbells, cardio machines, and a motivational wall mural.
Go to Medfordoregon.gov to apply for this position!
