Description
The Village of Deerfield, Illinois (Pop. 19,197) seeks applicants for the full-time position of Building Inspector / Plan Reviewer following a retirement scheduled for January. The 2026 hiring range for this position is expected to be $106,110 – $112,352 step depending on qualifications and experience. (Complete Expected 2026 Salary Range: $106,110 – $137,319 adjusted annually).
Under general supervision of the Building Division Supervisor or designee, the Building Inspector / Plan Reviewer provides municipal building inspection and plan review services to ensure the protection of life, safety and welfare of the general public. The position ensures that all structural, electrical, energy, zoning and mechanical construction conforms to Village ordinances, construction codes, safety codes and applicable outside agency regulations. Work includes performing field inspections, completing thorough plan reviews, verifying zoning requirements, and coordinating with contractors, design professionals, residents and other Village departments.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a college degree (preferred) or a high school diploma with a background in building trades or construction. Three to five years of experience in construction trades is required. ICC Residential and Commercial certifications are preferred; basic ICC certifications are required within two years of hire.
Completion of following ICC Certificates are preferred and may be considered for determining the hiring range: B1 Residential Building Inspector, E1 Residential Electrical Inspector, M1 Residential Mechanical Inspector, B2 Commercial Building Inspector, E2 Commercial Electrical Inspector, and M2 Commercial Mechanical Inspector. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and OpenGov software is preferred. A valid driver’s license is required.
The Village of Deerfield offers a generous benefit package to support your personal and professional life which includes the following: six weeks of guaranteed paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement after one year of employment, annual accruals of five personal days, 14 days of vacation time, 12 days of sick time, BCBS Health, Delta Dental, VSP Vision, $125,000 of employer-paid life insurance, discounted gym membership, IMRF Pension, available 457 plans with MissionSquare, regular feedback with opportunities for pay increases during the probationary period and more. Hours are generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Research indicates that women and individuals from underrepresented and historically marginalized groups often apply only if they meet every requirement listed. If you're hesitating to apply for this reason, we encourage you to proceed. Genuine passion and enthusiasm for making an impact are equally important as work experience.
Interested candidates should apply with a resume, letter of interest and three professional references via the Village’s website. The recruitment for this position will remain open until the position is filled, with a first review of resumes on Friday, December 5, 2025.
