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Get Access To All JobsState of New Hampshire Job Posting
Department of Safety
Division of Fire Safety
Bureau of Building Safety and Construction
110 Smokey Bear Blvd
Concord NH 03301
State Building Inspector
(Program Specialist III)
Position #30450
$28.74/hour - $38.85/hour
*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.
The State of New Hampshire, Department of Safety, Division of Fire Safety, has a full-time vacancy for State Building Inspector (Program Specialist III - 47-4010 BLDG INSPECTORS-3). This position has a 37.5 hour work week and is considered non-exempt.
Summary:
Acts as State Building Inspector implementing the state building permit inspection program. Evaluates building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical permits and construction plans. Conducts building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and fire code inspections.
YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 7 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in fire science, engineering, building construction, building code enforcement, fire prevention, fire inspection, fire protection, or related field.
License/Certification: Valid driver’s license
Other Requirements: Must pass a fingerprint based criminal background check and motor vehicle record check in order to ensure suitability for exposure to confidential information
Trainee Option: Not applicable
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Certified Commercial Building Inspector, Commercial Electrical Inspector, Commercial Mechanical Inspector, Commercial Plumbing Inspector, NH licensed electrician, NH licensed gasfitter, NH licensed plumber Fire Inspector I, II, or Certified Fire Protection Specialist or equivalent is preferred.
AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: None
CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria:
Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria:
DISCLAIMERS:
The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.
The work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.
Responsibilities:
Implements the state building permit and inspection program; conducts inspections of all new construction projects in state buildings and others as required in RSA 155-A and Saf-C 8100.
Inspects buildings and structures to detect hazards and enforces local ordinances and state statutes.
Reviews building plans for compliance with state laws and State Building Codes and State Fire Codes relating to the construction of buildings.
Conducts training programs for building and fire safety personnel related to building safety, electrical safety, mechanical safety, fire protection, fire prevention, and fire inspection procedures.
Confers with city and town officials regarding building safety, electrical safety, mechanical safety, fire protection and prevention laws, rules, and statutes.
Reviews building, electrical, mechanical and fire inspection reports and makes recommendations for uncorrected hazards, code enforcement, and recommends corrective action as required.
Performs code research and code analysis, makes recommendations, and attends meetings and administrative hearings as necessary.
Assists in the development of professional and technical building and fire safety standards under the direction of the Deputy Fire Marshal and according to departmental guidelines.
Promotes effective application of State Building and State Fire Codes.
For further information please contact Brian Allard, Assistant Director/Deputy Fire Marshal, at Brian.H.Allard@dos.nh.gov or 603-223-4289.
*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.
See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay
Other Benefits:
- Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
- Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
- Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
- $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:
https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx
EOE
TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964
State of New Hampshire Job Posting
Department of Safety
Division of Fire Safety
Bureau of Building Safety and Construction
110 Smokey Bear Blvd
Concord NH 03301
State Building Inspector
(Program Specialist III)
Position #30450
$28.74/hour - $38.85/hour
*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.
The State of New Hampshire, Department of Safety, Division of Fire Safety, has a full-time vacancy for State Building Inspector (Program Specialist III - 47-4010 BLDG INSPECTORS-3). This position has a 37.5 hour work week and is considered non-exempt.
Summary:
Acts as State Building Inspector implementing the state building permit inspection program. Evaluates building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical permits and construction plans. Conducts building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and fire code inspections.
YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 7 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in fire science, engineering, building construction, building code enforcement, fire prevention, fire inspection, fire protection, or related field.
License/Certification: Valid driver’s license
Other Requirements: Must pass a fingerprint based criminal background check and motor vehicle record check in order to ensure suitability for exposure to confidential information
Trainee Option: Not applicable
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Certified Commercial Building Inspector, Commercial Electrical Inspector, Commercial Mechanical Inspector, Commercial Plumbing Inspector, NH licensed electrician, NH licensed gasfitter, NH licensed plumber Fire Inspector I, II, or Certified Fire Protection Specialist or equivalent is preferred.
AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: None
CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria:
Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria:
DISCLAIMERS:
The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.
The work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.
Responsibilities:
Implements the state building permit and inspection program; conducts inspections of all new construction projects in state buildings and others as required in RSA 155-A and Saf-C 8100.
Inspects buildings and structures to detect hazards and enforces local ordinances and state statutes.
Reviews building plans for compliance with state laws and State Building Codes and State Fire Codes relating to the construction of buildings.
Conducts training programs for building and fire safety personnel related to building safety, electrical safety, mechanical safety, fire protection, fire prevention, and fire inspection procedures.
Confers with city and town officials regarding building safety, electrical safety, mechanical safety, fire protection and prevention laws, rules, and statutes.
Reviews building, electrical, mechanical and fire inspection reports and makes recommendations for uncorrected hazards, code enforcement, and recommends corrective action as required.
Performs code research and code analysis, makes recommendations, and attends meetings and administrative hearings as necessary.
Assists in the development of professional and technical building and fire safety standards under the direction of the Deputy Fire Marshal and according to departmental guidelines.
Promotes effective application of State Building and State Fire Codes.
For further information please contact Brian Allard, Assistant Director/Deputy Fire Marshal, at Brian.H.Allard@dos.nh.gov or 603-223-4289.
*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.
See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay
Other Benefits:
- Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
- Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
- Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
- $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:
https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx
EOE
TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Building Inspector
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
USCIS requires Building Inspector roles to demonstrably require a specific bachelor's degree, not just any degree. Pull the O*NET profile for your SOC code and cross-reference your job description to confirm the degree-field link before applying.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter Building Inspector roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation, so you're only pursuing companies with a documented H-1B sponsorship track record in construction and inspection.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Run your specific SOC code and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions begin. Your offered wage must meet the DOL prevailing wage at Level I through IV, and underpayment is grounds for LCA rejection.
Ask employers about specialty occupation documentation upfront
Many building inspection roles sit in a gray zone for USCIS because some positions accept an associate degree or equivalent experience. Get a written job description from the employer that ties required duties explicitly to a four-year degree field before the offer is finalized.
Account for licensing requirements in your timeline
Several states require ICC certification or a state-issued inspector license before you can legally perform inspections. Confirm whether your employer needs you licensed before your start date, since licensing timelines can affect when your H-1B petition is filed.
File premium processing if your start date is firm
USCIS standard processing for an H-1B petition can run months, which creates problems if your employer has a project-driven start date. Premium processing guarantees a 15-business-day adjudication decision and is worth requesting when construction project schedules are involved.
H-1B Visa Building Inspector: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Building Inspector role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires the role to normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Inspection jobs tied to structural engineering, civil engineering, or construction management typically qualify. Roles where any bachelor's degree or equivalent experience suffices face a higher risk of a Request for Evidence from USCIS, so the job description has to be precise.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Building Inspector jobs?
Municipal governments, engineering consulting firms, third-party inspection agencies, and large general contractors are the most common sponsors. Government entities at the federal level are cap-exempt, which means their H-1B petitions aren't subject to the annual lottery. Migrate Mate shows Building Inspector roles filtered by employers with verified LCA filing history, so you can identify which organizations have actively sponsored this occupation.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement affect Building Inspector offers?
DOL requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for your SOC code and geographic location, as certified in the Labor Condition Application. Building Inspector wages are set at four levels based on experience and supervision. If your offer comes in below the applicable level, the LCA won't be certified and the H-1B petition can't proceed, so verifying wage levels through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating matters.
Does working for a municipal government improve my H-1B odds as a Building Inspector?
Yes, in one specific way. Colleges, universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government research agencies are H-1B cap-exempt, meaning their petitions bypass the annual lottery entirely. City and county building departments that fall under government research or higher education affiliations may qualify. Standard municipal employers, however, are still subject to the cap, so confirm your employer's cap-exempt status with USCIS guidance before assuming you're exempt.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Building Inspector employer if I change jobs?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as the new petition is filed, as long as your previous petition was approved and you've been in H-1B status for at least 180 days. The new employer files a fresh I-129 and LCA, and the specialty occupation standard applies again, so the new role must also meet the degree requirement independently.