Assistant Building Official

YBI Recruiting; Marion (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Marion is seeking an Assistant Building Official to support the Building Inspection Division. You will supervise inspections, enforce building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical codes, and review plans for compliance.

Under the Building Official's direction, you will coordinate with other departments, manage records, and participate in staff training and meetings. A strong background in code enforcement and plan reviews is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six years' experience in commercial building construction, construction trade, or code inspection.
• ICC Commercial certification or B3 Plans Examiner required at hire; obtain E1/E2 later; obtain MCP path.
• Must be able to obtain Commercial & Residential Building, Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plan Review Certifications.
• Experience with code enforcement and plan review in municipal settings.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, plan, direct, and coordinate Building Inspection Division operations.
• Assign and direct work of subordinates in the Division.
• Inspect and enforce Building, Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical Codes and related ordinances.
• Review building plans for code compliance and coordinate with other city departments.
• Provide after-hours inspections and maintain inspection records.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Code enforcement

Plan review

Communication with contractors

Inspection supervision

Policy administration

Education

High school diploma

ICC Commercial certification or B3 Plans Examiner

CBO certification (within 3 years)

Tools

Building permit/inspection software

Job description

The City of Marion is seeking an Assistant Building Official to join their team! Under the general direction of the Building Official, the Assistant Building Official assists with the administration, supervision, coordination, and enforcement of activities of the Building Inspection Division. Work involves supervision within the Building Inspection Division, including but not limited to enforcement of Building, Electrical, Plumbing and Mechanical Codes, Zoning Ordinance, and review of building plans and specifications, inspection of building construction, communication with contractors, general public Appeals Boards. General direction and review are received from the Building Manager, must exercise discretion and independent judgement in the day-to-day activities of the Building Inspection Department. Conducts inspections and enforcement of Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Zoning, Nuisance, Property Maintenance, Dangerous Building, and other related codes and ordinances.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in supervising, planning, directing, and coordinating Building Inspection Division operations and inspections with regard to code compliance, under the general supervision of the Building Official.

• Assist in assigning and directing the work of subordinates with the Building Inspection Department.
• Conduct inspections and enforcement of Building, Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical Codes, Dangerous and Abandoned Building Code, and other development-related codes and ordinances.
• Check building plans to assure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
• Coordinate with and support other city departments with regard to enforcement of Fire Code, Zoning, Ordinance, Sign Ordinance, Sidewalk/Driveway regulations and other development related codes.
• Investigate complaints, and inquiries regarding inspection, enforcement policies, and activities and other related matters.
• Provide after hours inspections as needed.
• Assist in maintaining records of all inspections, conditions noted and corrected, prepare additional records and reports as required.
• Participate in training of Department employees related to development code enforcement methods and administration.
• Provide technical assistance and attend meetings of appeal boards and other meetings as required.
• Perform other duties and related work as assigned and required.

Certifications Required:

• At time of hire, must have a minimum ICC Commercial certification or ICC's B3 Plans Examiner certification.
• Must obtain the following ICC Certifications within one year of hire date:
  • Residential Electrical Inspector (E1)
  • Commercial Electrical Inspector (E2)
• Must obtain the Certified Building Official (CBO) certification within three years of hire date.
• Must continue to obtain the following ICC Certifications as you work towards the Master Code Professional (MCP) designation:
  • Plumbing Residential (P1)
  • Plumbing Commercial (P2)
  • Mechanical Residential (M1)
  • Mechanical Commercial (M2)
  • Building Plans Examiner (B3)

Physical Requirements:

• Physical ability to traverse variable terrain conditions not accessible by vehicle including but not limited to steep slopes, un-level grades, and heavily vegetated areas for the purpose of visual construction inspection.
• Ability to bend, stoop, climb, and otherwise move about a construction site for inspections of construction work to assure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
• Ability to bend, reach, climb, stoop and lift 40 pounds for filing and records retrieval.
• Ability to read, speak, write and understand English to communicate effectively and professionally with fellow employees, contractors, Boards, and the general public via telephone or face-to-face.
• Ability to accurately observe construction work and conduct testing procedures to determine compliance with standards and ordinance requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret regulations and ordinances governing construction of buildings and public works.
• Ability to operate a telephone, calculator, and measuring devices.
• Ability to work long hours outdoors, occasionally under adverse weather conditions.

Required Background Checks:

• Sex Offender Registry Check
• Criminal Record Check
• Drug Screening
• Driving Record
• Pre-Employment Physical

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Six years' experience in commercial building construction, construction trade, or code inspection. Candidates with a code inspection degree from an accredited university or trade school may qualify with three years of experience.
• At time of hire, must have a minimum ICC Commercial certification or ICC's B3 Plans Examiner certification
• Must be able to obtain Commercial & Residential Building, Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical, and a Plan Review Certification
• Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of modern building code enforcement
• Considerable knowledge of construction principles and practices related to building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing trades.
• Must have a valid Iowa driver's license
• Supervisory experience preferred but not required

Other required knowledge and skills:

• Read and understand construction plans and specifications.
• Read, understand, and apply Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances and other local codes.
• Prepare clear and concise oral and written communications.
• Knowledge of the city's geography, including general soil and hydrological information as it affects building construction.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, general public, and fellow employees.
• Keep and maintain department records in an organized and orderly way.
• Perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately.
• Use computers, including word-processing, spreadsheet, and specialized building permit/inspection software applications.