Building Official

Warrensburg Arts Commission; Haarlem; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Warrensburg is seeking a Building Official to lead development services, building code administration, and inspection functions. The role reports to the Director of Community Development and requires strong customer service and collaboration across departments.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least five years of experience in building construction, plan review, and code enforcement, with a proven ability to solve problems and mentor staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in building code interpretation, administration and enforcement, plan review, and providing development services in a one-stop shop environment.
• An understanding of economic development and a development review process that focuses on delivering quality customer service.
• Outstanding customer service skills and excellent written and oral communication, good organizational skills and problem-solving.
• Experience supervising and providing field training for direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Administer building code interpretation, plan review, and development services in a one-stop shop environment.
• Provide outstanding customer service and collaborate across departments in a team-oriented setting.
• Supervise and provide field training for direct reports.

Skills

Building code interpretation

Administration & enforcement

Plan review

Development services

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Conflict resolution

Supervising/training

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Building Official

The City of Warrensburg (population 20,251) is located 45 minutes east of Kansas City, and is a rapidly developing community with tremendous growth potential. Warrensburg is home to the University of Central Missouri and is located near both Whiteman Air Force Base, home of the B-2 Bomber, and the Lake of the Ozarks. We are looking for a professional code administrator with well-developed skills in development services, building code administration, inspection services, an understanding of economic development and a commitment to best practices and problem‑solving in a team‑oriented environment.

Warrensburg Operates Under a Council/manager Form Of Government And This Position Will Report To The Director Of Community Development.

• Experience in building code interpretation, administration and enforcement, plan review, and providing development services in a one-stop shop environment that maximizes collaboration and efficiency.
• An understanding of economic development and a development review process that focuses on delivering quality customer service and a pro-growth strategy.
• Outstanding customer service skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, good organizational skills, common‑sense, and a willingness to work independently across a variety of tasks.
• The ability to addresses conflicts, research alternatives and recommend solutions in a collaborative and problem solving approach.
• Experience supervising and providing field training for direct reports.

High School diploma or equivalent and 5 years experience in building construction, plan review, code administration and enforcement required.

Salary range $69,116 to $91,500 D/O/Q.

For more information contact HR: [e-mail]

Job Details

Category Community Development Status Open Posted August 20, 2026 8:00 AM Closing Open Until Filled