Assistant Director

Chatham County, GA Government; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Chatham County, GA Government's Building Safety and Regulatory Services seeks an Assistant Director to lead building safety initiatives, administer codes, and supervise the department. The role requires expertise in building systems, code enforcement, and providing crucial interpretations.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor's in Architecture or Engineering and a strong background in construction management or code enforcement, with ICC CBO certification pursued within an established timeframe.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years in construction management, or 4+ years in code enforcement.
• ICC Certified Building Official (CBO) or eligible within timeframe.
• Equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.

Responsibilities

• Inspect code compliance across building systems and construction projects.
• Administer county codes and ordinances; act as department head when Director is absent.
• Interpret and advise on plans, codes, ordinances and blueprints.
• Prepare reports with findings and recommendations.
• Train and supervise field inspectors and clerical staff.
• Coordinate with County Officials, businesses, and citizens.
• Respond to public questions in a timely and courteous manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Code enforcement

Construction management

Plan interpretation

Team supervision

Public safety leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering

ICC CBO certification

Job description

DEPARTMENT: Building Safety and Regulatory Services

PAY GRADE: 32 - $92,279

APPLY BY: September 9, 2026

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for ensuring public safety and upholding construction standards? Chatham County Building Safety and Regulatory Services is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Assistant Director to join our team. In this key leadership role, you'll leverage your expertise in building systems and code enforcement to help administer county codes and ordinances, provide crucial interpretations, and supervise departmental operations. If you hold a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Engineering and have a strong background in construction management or code enforcement, we encourage you to apply.

Examples of Duties

Under the direction of the Director of Building Safety and Regulatory Services you

• Exercise your independent judgment and initiative as you leverage your knowledge of entire building systems, management practices, and procedures in code inspections.
• Assist in administering county codes and ordinances, state and federal laws, and act as the department head in the absence of the Director.
• Interpret and offer advice on construction plans, codes, ordinances, and blueprints.
• Keep the Director and others informed concerning work progress and identification of possible violations and defects in construction.
• Develop solutions and prepare and present accurate and reliable reports to include your findings and recommendations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with County Officials, internal and external departmental personnel, local businesses, industry professionals, homeowners, and citizens.
• Provide in-house training and supervise field inspectors and clerical staff in code inspection operations.
• Respond to citizens’ questions and comments in a timely and courteous manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field, and
• At least two (2) years of experience in construction management, or
• At least four (4) years of code enforcement experience; or
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
• Must possess or be able to obtain the International Codes Council (ICC) Certified Building Official (CBO) designation within a designed timeframe.