Building Inspection Manager

Kentucky AG; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compensatory time leave program

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government seeks a Building Inspection Manager to oversee the division's core functions, ensuring code enforcement and timely processing of permit reviews. The role requires leadership of staff, coordination with internal and external partners, and adherence to ordinances.

The position offers an exempt, salaried, on-site role with a minimum annual salary of $68,985.28, plus benefits and compensatory time for overtime hours, in a city prioritizing safety and

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in architecture, engineering, fire science, or building technology.
• Six years of experience in a related construction position involving reading and interpreting building plans.
• Experience in building design or drafting for an architect or engineer may substitute for years of experience.
• Additional years of education may substitute for years of experience.
• Kentucky Certified Building Inspector, Level III preferred upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Directs activities and manages daily operations and programs of the assigned section.
• Manages, reviews, and evaluates the work of subordinate staff.
• Reviews and approves permit applications, construction plans and documents.
• Interprets building codes, ordinances, and zoning regulations with staff and the public.
• Coordinates with internal divisions and external agencies to ensure compliance.
• Represents LFUCG at meetings, conferences, and trainings.

Skills

Construction management

Reading building plans

Interpreting codes

Education

Associate's degree in architecture, engineering, fire science, or building technology

Job description

Building Inspection Manager SALARY

The minimum salary is $68,985.28 annually. This position is not eligible for overtime (exempt); however, the city has a compensatory time leave program for employees that grants leave time for hours worked in excess of forty hours. Pay Grade 524

FILING DEADLINE DATE

The deadline to apply is Monday, November 16, 2026

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The purpose of this classification is to administer and direct activities over one of the core sections within the Division of Building Inspection responsible for ensuring consistent enforcement of the Kentucky Building Code, Kentucky Residential Code, the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government Code of Ordinances and Zoning Ordinances.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Associate¿s degree in architecture, engineering, fire science, or building technology Six (6) years of experience in a directly related construction position, such as a foreman, that requires reading and interpreting building plans and specifications; or work performing building design or drafting duties for an architect or engineer Additional years of aforementioned education may substitute for years of experience Additional years of aforementioned experience may substitute for years of education

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Directs activities and manages the daily operations and programs of assigned section to include staffing, training, policy development, project review and research, and reporting requirements
• Manages, reviews, and evaluates the work of subordinate staff
• Reviews and approves permit applications, construction plans and documents, and mechanical plans for commercial projects
• Reviews and interprets building codes, ordinances, and zoning regulations to assist staff, set enforcement, and solves issues with the public, building and homeowners, engineers, contractors, and inspectors
• Coordinates with internal divisions, departments, and City offices, and other external organizations and agencies to ensure compliance
• Represents LFUCG and the division at various internal and external meetings, conferences, and training seminars
• Collects and provides evidence, files criminal complaints and provides assistance with civil and criminal cases, as needed
• Performs related work as assigned

SPECIAL LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

Kentucky Certified Building Inspector, Level III Upon hire, must enroll and maintain membership in theKentucky Certified Building Inspector Program as a condition of continued employment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

All positions require drug testing and background check before employment and may require a post-job offer physical as stated in Ordinances 21-14(b), 22-13 and 23-16. Employees within the Divisions of Building Inspection and Code Enforcement, whose job duties include issuing civil citations or permits for the use of and/or conditions on real property and/or residential real property within Fayette County, or inspectors within the Division of Fire - Fire Prevention Bureau must comply withCAO Policy 23R (¿Acquisition of Real Property From Property Owners Under Certain Notices and/or Orders¿), which states that employees shall not own any interest in residential real property or possess an ownership interest in a business that manages, maintains or oversees the management or maintenance of any residential, real property in Fayette County. In addition, no employee who works in a Division with regulatory or civil enforcement authority over real property located in Fayette County shall acquire an interest in real property in Fayette County with any outstanding citation, notice or order from the Division in which he or she works regardless of whether the citation, notice, or order was issued by the employee or someone else in the Division. This policy extends to immediate family members, any supervisor(s), Director and Deputy Director, and Commissioner of the Department in which the identified employee is employed. Employees may be required to disclose all real property owned by the employee as well as his/her immediate family members. Property and business ownership exemptions may apply.

CLOSING STATEMENT

Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government offers an outstanding benefits package. Links to our most popular benefits are below:

• Health and wellness benefits: lexingtonky.gov/benefits
• Paid and unpaid time off benefits: lexingtonky.gov/working/employee-handbook#chapter-4-paid-and-unpaid-time-off-benefits
• Direct deposit is required of all employees.

The LFUCG is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, and as such is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay and other aspects of employment.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Division of Human Resources
200 East Main St.
Lexington, KY 40507

Phone: [phone]
Website: lexingtonky.gov/jobs
E-mail: [e-mail]