Building Code Compliance Assistant

Town of Southington; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 67,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance package

Tuition reimbursement

Personal days

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

Town of Southington in Southington, CT seeks an Assistant Building Official to support the Building Official in reviewing, interpreting and enforcing the Connecticut State Building Code and related codes. The role emphasizes customer service and accurate interpretation of regulations for the public.

You will review permit applications and construction plans for code compliance, issue permits and occupancy certificates, and perform inspections across residential, commercial and industrial

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 5+ years in building construction or related field.
• Must hold Building Official or Assistant Building Official license.
• Superior customer service and clear code requirement communication.

Responsibilities

• Administer Building Code including permitting, enforcement and inspections.
• Review building permit applications, plans and code compliance; provide timely action.
• Issue building and demolition permits and certificates of occupancy.
• Inspect residential, commercial and industrial projects; coordinate with builders, architects and engineers.
• Educate contractors and the public on permit requirements and licensing.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Code interpretation

Reading construction plans

Microsoft Office

Measuring equipment

GIS knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Building Official or Assistant Building Official license

Tools

GIS

Job description

Town of Southington in Southington, CT seeks an Assistant Building Official to support the Building Official in reviewing, interpreting and enforcing the Connecticut State Building Code and related codes. The role emphasizes customer service and accurate interpretation of regulations for the public.

You will review permit applications and construction plans for code compliance, issue permits and occupancy certificates, and perform inspections across residential, commercial and industrial