BUILDING OFFICIAL

DeKalb County Government; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Health insurance options

Dental & vision

Life insurance

FSAs

Employee assistance

Deferred compensation

Credit union

Holidays

Paid leave

Job summary

DeKalb County Government seeks a seasoned building official to supervise staff, enforce building codes, and lead inspections across projects. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in construction management or civil engineering, plus five years of enforcement and supervisory experience.

Must hold an ICC Building Official Certification. The position offers a competitive pension, health plans, and comprehensive leave benefits as part of the county’s compensation package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering and 5 years progressive enforcement experience.
• Lead or supervision experience required.
• ICC Building Official Certification is required or must be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; manages work schedules and performance.
• Ensures compliance with plans, codes, standards, and safety rules; reports to management.
• Conducts site visits, coordination meetings with contractors, and inspections.
• Issues warning notices, stop work orders, and court summons for violations.
• Requisitions equipment and materials to meet schedules; maintains records.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

5+ years building codes enforcement

ICC Building Official Certification

Job description

Essential Functions

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Salary Range: $84,812 - $136,548

Essential Functions

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; compiles and reviews timesheets; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; assists with or completes performance appraisals; directs work; acts as a liaison between employees and management; and trains staff in operations, policies and procedures. Organizes, prioritizes and assigns work; prioritizes and schedules work activities in order to meet objectives; ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; monitors status of work, in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problems situations and provide technical expertise; and provides progress and activity reports to management. Monitors, prioritizes, participates in, and inspects work activities to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, codes, standards, regulations, operating instructions and safety standards and to ensure operational efficiency and a safe work environment. Completes inspection reports, data entry for violations, and other information; and completes inspection reports, data entry for violations, and other information as required. Performs site visits and construction meetings with contractors; and holds construction meetings with builders and contractors regarding building codes. Issues warning notices, stop work orders, and court summons; and issues warning notices and court summons for violations that have not been corrected. Requisitions equipment, tools and materials in a timely manner to ensure maintenance and construction schedules are met.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related skilled trades area required, five years of progressively responsible experience enforcing building codes and ordinance, to include lead or supervision experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this classification.

Specific License or Certification Required:

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. Must possess and maintain the International Code Council Building Official Certification.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Defined contribution pension plan
• Health care insurance plan options including a traditional HMO, POS & HSA
• Dental and vision insurance options
• Basic Life Insurance benefit of 2.25 times an employee’s annual salary rounded up to the next $1,000
• Flexible Spending Account Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Deferred Compensation
• Peach State Credit Union
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Leave - 13 days sick leave and a minimum 15 days of annual leave per year