B1 & B2 or J1 and I1? Which is better for California municipal inspector job?
Hello,
After 10 years as a special inspector in my niche (non-structural), I'm transitioning to the municipal side for more consistent pay and set hours. I currently have two municipal interviews coming up!
I am planning to get my building inspector certifications and originally looked at the standard B1 and B2, but I noticed the J1 and I1 tailored for California codes. My ultimate goal is to earn my ICC combination certs and eventually my master certs, so I feel the international B1/B2 might be the better route for my career.
For those working in SoCal municipalities:
Is there a preference between the two?
Are the international certs sufficient, or is the local California code typically mandated by cities?
I want to prioritize whichever certification makes me the strongest candidate. Any advice would be highly appreciated.