About Us
EST. 2024
Our mission at WICED of California is to champion the advancement of women in all fields of code enforcement and development by facilitating professional growth, fostering leadership, and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that upholds the highest standards of code compliance throughout the state.
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BACKSTORY
Here is a brief history of WICED Chapters.
WICED was established in 2007 to provide mentoring, advocacy, and education for women in the code enforcement, development, and building industry..
2007
2023
2024
2015
2024
2024
WICED of CA Became the latest Chapter of WICED and is now an official Chapter of ICC
ABOUT CA
California, with its 58 counties and 482 incorporated cities, serves a population of approximately 39 million people. These jurisdictions oversee various aspects of the building industry, including permitting, inspections, and code enforcement. Women play increasingly important roles across the building industry in California. They serve in diverse positions such as:
Permit Technicians: Processing and reviewing building permit applications
Building Inspectors: Ensuring construction meets code requirements
Building Officials: Overseeing departmental operations and policy implementation
Energy Specialists: Focusing on energy efficiency and sustainability in construction
Plan Check Engineers: Reviewing construction documents for code compliance
Fire Inspectors: Ensuring fire safety in buildings and developments
Code Enforcement Officers: Addressing violations of building and safety codes
Project Managers: Overseeing construction projects from start to finish
Architects and Engineers: Designing buildings and systems
Project Managers: Coordinating on-site construction activities.
While historically underrepresented, women are making significant strides in these roles, bringing diverse perspectives and skills to the building industry in California..