BUILDING OFFICIAL

East Granby; Granby (CT); On-site; USD 71,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

East Granby is seeking a qualified Building Official to administer and enforce the Connecticut State Building Code and town regulations related to life safety. The role includes providing technical consultation to town boards, assisting Inland Wetlands and Planning & Zoning Commissions, and reviewing development applications.

The candidate will perform inspections to ensure compliance with zoning and land-use rules, and participate in commissions meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required with an associate degree or additional technical training in building technology, construction management, electrical, structural or mechanical engineering; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Certification as a Building Official by the State of Connecticut.
• CAZEO certification or willingness to become certified within a year of employment.
• Valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License with a clean driving record.
• Five years of demonstrated experience in construction, design or supervision; equivalent experience considered by the State Commissioner of Public Safety for BO certification.
• Two years demonstrated experience as a Connecticut Building Official or Assistant Building Official or related plan review, permit issuance and code administration in other government agencies.
• Knowledge of building and fire safety codes and ability to learn East Granby ordinances related to demolition/construction; familiarity with zoning and land use regulations.

Responsibilities

• Administer and enforce the Connecticut State Building Code, town building ordinances and regulations related to life safety.
• Provide technical consultation and staff support to town boards and commissions, Inland Wetlands Commission, Planning and Zoning Commission, and other land-use bodies.
• Review and evaluate development applications; provide policy recommendations for Inland Wetlands regulations.
• Inspect and investigate to ensure compliance with zoning, subdivision and other land-use regulations.
• Attend Inland Wetlands and Planning and Zoning Commission meetings as needed.

Skills

CAZEO certification

Building Official certification

Valid Driver's License

Code enforcement knowledge

Construction/design supervision

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or related technical training in building technology/construction management/electrical/structural/mechanical engineering

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

This position is responsible for administering and enforcing the Connecticut State Building Code, town building ordinances and regulations related to life safety. Provides technical consultation and assistance to town boards and commissions.This position also provides staff assistance to the Inland Wetlands Commission, including but not limited to review and evaluate applications for development, provide expertise on matters before the Commission, provide technical expertise and policy recommendations for Inland Wetlands regulations.

This position also performs inspection and investigative duties to ensure that residential, commercial, industrial and other properties comply with the zoning, subdivision and other land use regulations of the town and related state statutes. Provides technical consultation and assistance to the Planning and Zoning Commission and other land use boards when needed.Attends Inland Wetlands and Planning and Zoning Commission meetings as necessary.

• Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma, and an associate’s degree or additional technical or vocational training in building technology, construction management, electrical, structural or mechanical engineering is required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Certification as a Building Official by the State of Connecticut
• CAZEO certified or ability and willingness to become certified within a year of employment
• Valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License with a clean driving record.
• Five years demonstrated experience in construction, design or supervision, or equivalent experience accepted by the State Commissioner of Public Safety for BO certification
• Two years demonstrated experience as a Connecticut Building Official or Assistant Building Official or equivalent plan review, permit issuance and code administration experience in other state or local government agencies.
• Knowledge of building and fire safety codes, and ability to acquire a working knowledge of East Granby ordinances related to demolition and construction activities.
• General knowledge of zoning and land use regulations; and ability to acquire a working knowledge of East Granby zoning and land use regulations and state statutes related to zoning and land use enforcement.

The annual salary for this position is $78,474 and is eligible for benefits as outlined in the AFSCME, AFL-CIO Town Hall Employees Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position will remain open until filled.