Assistant Construction Code Administrator - 20062618

State of Ohio; Reynoldsburg (OH); On-site; USD 61,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Ohio in Reynoldsburg is hiring an Assistant Construction Code Administrator to support the Division of Industrial Compliance. The role focuses on enforcing building codes, reviewing proposed codes, and drafting rule amendments.

The position requires professional engineering licensure or architectural licensure with several years of experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to deliver statewide training and technical assistance to building departments.

Qualifications

• Requires Ohio PE license or license to practice architecture; 5 yrs of professional experience.
• Experience reviewing construction codes and standards for adoption.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to draft administrative rules.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Board of Building Standards in promulgating construction codes for Ohio.
• Review existing and proposed codes for adoption into Ohio rules.
• Draft administrative rules affecting multiple Ohio codes.
• Provide statewide training for building departments and officials.
• Respond to code inquiries from state agencies and the public.

Skills

Code Enforcement

Engineering

Administrative support

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Licensed Architect

Job description

Job Description - Assistant Construction Code Administrator - 20062618 (2600056A)

Organization

Commerce

Agency Contact

Molly Williams - [e-mail] OR 614-995-7009

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Work Location

Commerce Tussing Road 6606 Tussing Road Reynoldsburg 43068

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Reynoldsburg

Compensation : $44.38

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Union : Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

Technical Skills : Code Enforcement, Engineering, Administrative support/services

Professional Skills : Attention to Detail, Decision Making, Organizing and Planning

The Mission of the Ohio Department of Commerce is promoting prosperity by protecting what matters most.

As the state’s chief regulator, the Department of Commerce impacts Ohioans every day. We are motivated by our mission to promote prosperity for businesses and licensees by protecting what matters most to the residents of our state. We ensure compliance through proactive outreach, education, and customer-focused service. Commerce is comprised of seven operating divisions and two standalone programs that span a variety of industries including real estate, liquor, banking, securities, firefighting, construction and skilled trades, and medical marijuana. Through exceptional compliance practices and oversight, Commerce has a direct role in protecting Ohioans.

The Division of Industrial Compliance and its associated boards ensureOhioans are safe in public buildings such as businesses, educational institutions andmunicipal buildings. This includes drafting and applying the Ohio Building Code;conducting appeal hearings; issuing variances to code requirements; licensing commercial contractors; inspecting boilers, elevators and bedding; and regulatingski tramways. The division has responsibility for portions of the Manufactured HomesProgram, and licenses installers and parks. The division also oversees Ohio’s minimumwage, prevailing wage and minor labor law programs.

Impact

• Motivated

Job Description

• Acts as Construction codes Certification Engineer or Code & Certification Construction Architect to assist the Board of Building Standards (BBS) in promulgating construction codes for State of Ohio.
• Reviews & evaluates existing & proposed nationally developed construction codes & standards for possible incorporation & adoption into Ohio's administrative rules.
• Drafts proposed new & amended administrative rules affecting Ohio Building Code, Ohio Plumbing Code, Ohio Mechanical Code, Ohio Elevator Code, Ohio Pressure Piping rules, Ohio Boiler & Unfired Pressure Vessel Rules & other Ohio codes & standards.
• Provides statewide training programs for building departments, building officials, building inspectors & plans examiners.
• Writes reports & offers technical assistance to Executive Secretary.
• Researches & responds to code inquiries from other state departments, administrative agencies, legislators, professional, public & private interest groups and individuals.

Benefits

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Position as Construction Codes Certification Engineer requires Ohio Certificate of Registration as Professional Engineer, per Section 4733.02 of Revised Code; 5 yrs. exp. as registered professional engineer. Position as Code & Certification Construction Architect requires Ohio Certificate to practice architecture, per Section 4703.06 of Revised Code; 5 yrs. exp. as licensed architect.

Job Skills: Architecture

Background Check

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check as well as other investigative reviews. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position, unless restricted under state or federal law or federal restrictions. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Disability Inclusion Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.