Building Inspector II /III
City of Missouri City, TX, Missouri City, TX, United States
Salary:
$43,549.00 - $55,532.00 Annually
Location :
Missouri City, TX
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Number:
12292025
Department:
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES (PLANNING)
Division:
INSPECTIONS & PERMITS
Opening Date:
12/29/2025
Definition
These are full-time (Professionals) positions in the City's Development Services Department, Permits and Inspections Division. Individuals in this position will ensure compliance with residential and commercial codes and city ordinances. Reporting relationship: Building Official.
Examples of Work
Performs inspection of residential and commercial buildings; mechanical, electrical, plumbing; private infrastructure; change of occupant; and swimming pool inspections for compliance with City codes and ordinances;
Coordinates inspections with other City departments and utility operators for commercial building projects;
Conducts research; reviews construction plans and applications; reviews professional surveys;
Interacts with architects, engineers, developers, general contractors and property owners concerning plans, specifications and building code requirements; advises on relevant matters such as construction, repair methods and materials;
Meets with contractors and homeowners concerning plans, specifications and building code requirements;
Investigates citizen complaints concerning violation of city building codes and ordinances; makes independent judgments and sound recommendations based on findings;
Perform other related duties as assigned;
Subject to 24-hour recall.
Education, Experience, or Certification
Building Inspector II: High School Diploma or General Education Certificate (GED), a minimum of four (4) years relevant professional experience. One International Code Certification or the ability to obtain one ICC Certification within three (3) years required.
Building Inspector III: High School Diploma or General Education Certificate (GED); minimum of eight (8) years relevant professional experience. One International Code Certification or the ability to obtain one ICC Certification within one (1) year, State of Texas licensed plumbing inspector license or the ability to obtain within 24 months of employment required.
Supplemental Information
The Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development may consider an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
The City of Missouri City is located less than 30 miles from Downtown Houston and is a great place to live, work, and play. Working for the City offers dual rewards: giving back to the community and making a difference in the lives of residents. With over 400 full-time employees, the City is committed to effective, efficient, and responsive service. We value our employees as our most important resource and offer one of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefit packages in Texas.
BENEFITS
Medical Plans (Three Options)
Cigna - Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)
Plan Type : High-Deductible Medical Health Plan
Provider : Cigna
Deductibles :
Single: $2,500 annually
Family: $5,000 annually
Out-of-Pocket Maximums :
Single: $5,000 annually
Family: $10,000 annually
Additional Details :
Employee pays dependent premiums
Contact HR/OD for a benefits summary, rates, and more details
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Provider : H.S.A. Bank
Features :
Use for qualified medical, dental, vision, and pharmaceutical expenses
Contribution Limits:
Employee only: $4,400 (IRS Limit)
Employee & Family: $8,750 (IRS Limit)
Catch-up (age 55+): $1,000
City Contributions:
Employee only: $1,500
Employee & Family: $2,750
Unused balances roll over and the account belongs to the employee
PPO Plan
Provider : Cigna
Deductibles :
Single: $1,500 annually
Family: $3,000 annually
Out-of-Pocket Maximums :
Single: $4,500 annually
Family: $9,000 annually
Prescription Drug Co-pays :
Generic: $10
Preferred: $40
Non-Preferred: $80
EPO Plan
Provider : Cigna
Deductibles :
Single: $1,500 annually
Family: $3,000 annually
Out-of-Pocket Maximums :
Single: $4,500 annually
Family: $9,000 annually
Prescription Drug Co-pays :
Generic: $10
Preferred: $45
Non-Preferred: $80
Dental Plans (Two Options)
DHMO Plan
Provider : Cigna
Features :
No deductible
No annual maximum
Member co-pay depends on the procedure
PPO Plan
Provider : Cigna
Features :
$1,500 per person annual maximum
$1,000 orthodontic lifetime maximum
Vision
Provider : Vision Service Plan
Features :
Eye Exam $10 Copay
Frames $150 Allowance Annually
Life Insurance
Provider : Ochs Securian Financial
Coverage :
$50,000 Basic Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (Paid by the City)
$10,000 Group Term Life for Spouse (Paid by the City)
Supplemental Life Insurance: Up to $500,000
Flexible Spending Account
Provider : Flores
Features :
Pre-tax Medical Spending Account
Pre-tax Dependent Care Account
Supplemental Insurance Policies
Provider : Aflac
Accident
Short-Term Disability
Critical Illness
Hospital Indemnity
Life Insurance
Retirement Benefits
Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
Statewide retirement system
7% employee contribution
City contributes 2 to 1
Optional Deferred Compensation
457 Plan and ROTH IRA available through Mission-Square
Other Benefits
Holidays
13 paid holidays per calendar year:
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Good Friday
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Friday after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
One additional floating holiday for regular, full-time employees
Vacation
Earned based on years of service:
0-5 years: 14 days
6 years: 15 days
7 years: 16 days
8 years: 17 days
9 years: 18 days
10-14 years: 19 days
15 years or more: 20 days
Employees working a 24-hour shift, including sleeping time, will have each shift counted as two 12-hour days.
Sick Leave
6 days per calendar year.
Educational Reimbursement
With prior approval of the employee's supervisor and Department Director, the City may reimburse up to 100 % of the cost of tuition, books, lab fees, etc. for work-related courses or degree plans associated with the employee's current responsibilities or workshops/seminars and professional training sessions. This is based on the successful completion of required course(s) with a passing grade of C or better. The maximum reimbursement is $3000 per Fiscal Year.
Contact the City's HR/OD Department for benefits summary, rates and additional details...
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Provider: Alliance Work Partners
8 free counseling visits per family member, per issue, per year.
Wellness Program
Free/reduced health screenings, health fairs, and free memberships to the Tennis & Recreation Center.
Fun Benefits
Annual events like the Employee Holiday Luncheon's, and Public Service Recognition Week.
01
Do you have experience in Municipal Building Inspections?
Yes
No
02
How many years of customer service experience do you have?
Less than 1 year
1-2 years
3-5 years
6+ years
03
Which of the following best represent the highest level of education you have earned?
Less than High School or GED
High School or GED
Associates or Technical Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
04
Do you hold any professional certifications?
Yes
No
05
If Yes please list them.
06
Do you have experience in construction, permitting, building inspections, code compliance, or a related field?
Yes
No
07
If yes, how many years of experience do you have in these areas?
Less than 1 year
1-2 years
3-5 years
6+ years
08
Describe your experience in question 6.
Required Question
$43,549.00 - $55,532.00 Annually
Location :
Missouri City, TX
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Number:
12292025
Department:
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES (PLANNING)
Division:
INSPECTIONS & PERMITS
Opening Date:
12/29/2025
Definition
These are full-time (Professionals) positions in the City's Development Services Department, Permits and Inspections Division. Individuals in this position will ensure compliance with residential and commercial codes and city ordinances. Reporting relationship: Building Official.
Examples of Work
Performs inspection of residential and commercial buildings; mechanical, electrical, plumbing; private infrastructure; change of occupant; and swimming pool inspections for compliance with City codes and ordinances;
Coordinates inspections with other City departments and utility operators for commercial building projects;
Conducts research; reviews construction plans and applications; reviews professional surveys;
Interacts with architects, engineers, developers, general contractors and property owners concerning plans, specifications and building code requirements; advises on relevant matters such as construction, repair methods and materials;
Meets with contractors and homeowners concerning plans, specifications and building code requirements;
Investigates citizen complaints concerning violation of city building codes and ordinances; makes independent judgments and sound recommendations based on findings;
Perform other related duties as assigned;
Subject to 24-hour recall.
Education, Experience, or Certification
Building Inspector II: High School Diploma or General Education Certificate (GED), a minimum of four (4) years relevant professional experience. One International Code Certification or the ability to obtain one ICC Certification within three (3) years required.
Building Inspector III: High School Diploma or General Education Certificate (GED); minimum of eight (8) years relevant professional experience. One International Code Certification or the ability to obtain one ICC Certification within one (1) year, State of Texas licensed plumbing inspector license or the ability to obtain within 24 months of employment required.
Supplemental Information
The Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development may consider an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
The City of Missouri City is located less than 30 miles from Downtown Houston and is a great place to live, work, and play. Working for the City offers dual rewards: giving back to the community and making a difference in the lives of residents. With over 400 full-time employees, the City is committed to effective, efficient, and responsive service. We value our employees as our most important resource and offer one of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefit packages in Texas.
BENEFITS
Medical Plans (Three Options)
Cigna - Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)
Plan Type : High-Deductible Medical Health Plan
Provider : Cigna
Deductibles :
Single: $2,500 annually
Family: $5,000 annually
Out-of-Pocket Maximums :
Single: $5,000 annually
Family: $10,000 annually
Additional Details :
Employee pays dependent premiums
Contact HR/OD for a benefits summary, rates, and more details
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Provider : H.S.A. Bank
Features :
Use for qualified medical, dental, vision, and pharmaceutical expenses
Contribution Limits:
Employee only: $4,400 (IRS Limit)
Employee & Family: $8,750 (IRS Limit)
Catch-up (age 55+): $1,000
City Contributions:
Employee only: $1,500
Employee & Family: $2,750
Unused balances roll over and the account belongs to the employee
PPO Plan
Provider : Cigna
Deductibles :
Single: $1,500 annually
Family: $3,000 annually
Out-of-Pocket Maximums :
Single: $4,500 annually
Family: $9,000 annually
Prescription Drug Co-pays :
Generic: $10
Preferred: $40
Non-Preferred: $80
EPO Plan
Provider : Cigna
Deductibles :
Single: $1,500 annually
Family: $3,000 annually
Out-of-Pocket Maximums :
Single: $4,500 annually
Family: $9,000 annually
Prescription Drug Co-pays :
Generic: $10
Preferred: $45
Non-Preferred: $80
Dental Plans (Two Options)
DHMO Plan
Provider : Cigna
Features :
No deductible
No annual maximum
Member co-pay depends on the procedure
PPO Plan
Provider : Cigna
Features :
$1,500 per person annual maximum
$1,000 orthodontic lifetime maximum
Vision
Provider : Vision Service Plan
Features :
Eye Exam $10 Copay
Frames $150 Allowance Annually
Life Insurance
Provider : Ochs Securian Financial
Coverage :
$50,000 Basic Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (Paid by the City)
$10,000 Group Term Life for Spouse (Paid by the City)
Supplemental Life Insurance: Up to $500,000
Flexible Spending Account
Provider : Flores
Features :
Pre-tax Medical Spending Account
Pre-tax Dependent Care Account
Supplemental Insurance Policies
Provider : Aflac
Accident
Short-Term Disability
Critical Illness
Hospital Indemnity
Life Insurance
Retirement Benefits
Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
Statewide retirement system
7% employee contribution
City contributes 2 to 1
Optional Deferred Compensation
457 Plan and ROTH IRA available through Mission-Square
Other Benefits
Holidays
13 paid holidays per calendar year:
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Good Friday
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Friday after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
One additional floating holiday for regular, full-time employees
Vacation
Earned based on years of service:
0-5 years: 14 days
6 years: 15 days
7 years: 16 days
8 years: 17 days
9 years: 18 days
10-14 years: 19 days
15 years or more: 20 days
Employees working a 24-hour shift, including sleeping time, will have each shift counted as two 12-hour days.
Sick Leave
6 days per calendar year.
Educational Reimbursement
With prior approval of the employee's supervisor and Department Director, the City may reimburse up to 100 % of the cost of tuition, books, lab fees, etc. for work-related courses or degree plans associated with the employee's current responsibilities or workshops/seminars and professional training sessions. This is based on the successful completion of required course(s) with a passing grade of C or better. The maximum reimbursement is $3000 per Fiscal Year.
Contact the City's HR/OD Department for benefits summary, rates and additional details...
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Provider: Alliance Work Partners
8 free counseling visits per family member, per issue, per year.
Wellness Program
Free/reduced health screenings, health fairs, and free memberships to the Tennis & Recreation Center.
Fun Benefits
Annual events like the Employee Holiday Luncheon's, and Public Service Recognition Week.
01
Do you have experience in Municipal Building Inspections?
Yes
No
02
How many years of customer service experience do you have?
Less than 1 year
1-2 years
3-5 years
6+ years
03
Which of the following best represent the highest level of education you have earned?
Less than High School or GED
High School or GED
Associates or Technical Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
04
Do you hold any professional certifications?
Yes
No
05
If Yes please list them.
06
Do you have experience in construction, permitting, building inspections, code compliance, or a related field?
Yes
No
07
If yes, how many years of experience do you have in these areas?
Less than 1 year
1-2 years
3-5 years
6+ years
08
Describe your experience in question 6.
Required Question