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City Planning Department - Inspections Division
Location: 414 E. 12th St.
Pay Range: $23.98-36.60 per hour
Schedule: MondayFriday 7:30 a.m.4:30 p.m.
Application Deadline: July 30, 2026

About the City Planning and Development Department

The City Planning and Development Department is responsible for guiding the citys physical growth and economic development. The department develops and implements policies, conducts research, and supports long-term planning initiatives to shape the communitys future. It also oversees the development process by reviewing plans, issuing permits, and ensuring compliance with established regulations, helping promote orderly, sustainable, and strategic development across the city.

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REQUIRES:

• An accredited Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, fire science, construction technology or construction management;
• OR high school graduation and 4 years of acceptable codes inspection or construction trade experience;
• OR an equivalent combination of qualifying education and experience.
• Must possess a valid state-issued drivers license in accordance with City of KCMO policies.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer physical examination as prescribed by the City.
• Must possess certificates B1, E1, M1 and P1 as awarded by the International Code Council (ICC) within 24 months following date hired.
• In addition, must meet these certification requirements for those required above: (1) Obtain 1 of the required certifications within first 6 months of hire; (2) Obtain 2nd required certification within 12 months of hire; (3) Obtain 3rd required certification within 18 months of hire; and (4) Obtain 4th required certification within 24 months of hire. For those with exams passed prior to April 2018, the following certificates administered by the National Certification Program for Construction Code Inspectors (NCPCCI) may be substituted for the corresponding ICC certificate as shown: NCPCCI Building Inspector One- and Two-Family Dwellings-1A or ICC Residential Building Inspector-B1; NCPCCI Electrical Inspector One- and Two-Family Dwellings-2A or ICC Residential Electrical Inspector-E1; NCPCCI Mechanical Inspector One- and Two-Family Dwellings-4A or ICC Residential Mechanical Inspector-M1; NCPCCI Plumbing Inspector One- and Two-Family Dwellings-5A or ICC Residential Plumbing Inspector-P1.

Military veterans encouraged to apply

Why You'll Love Working with Us Core Employee Benefits (Benefits offered to all permanent employees unless otherwise specified)

Comprehensive Health Coverage
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.

Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidayswith accruals that grow the longer you're with us.

Secure Retirement Planning
City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.

Support for Lifes Big Moments
Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.

Tuition Assistance
Get reimbursed for eligible education expensesinvest in your future while you work.

Income Protection
Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.

Life Insurance Provided
City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.

Community Volunteer Leave
Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.

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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the Citys Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org.

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during wartime and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code 4211).