Building Official

City of St. Joseph; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time role

20–30 hours/week

Job summary

City of St. Joseph is seeking a part-time Building Official to enforce building and related codes. You will review construction plans, perform on-site inspections, and verify compliance with codes and ordinances to protect public health, safety, welfare, and property.

Hours are projected at 20-30 per week, with compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience. A valid Michigan Driver’s License, ability to pass a background investigation, and Building Official Registration under

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Michigan Driver’s License.
• Must pass a background investigation.
• Building Official Registration under Michigan Skilled Trades Act 407.

Responsibilities

• Examine construction plans for code compliance and conduct on-site inspections.
• Enforce building codes and related ordinances to protect public health, safety, welfare, and property.
• Perform routine and technical tasks related to enforcing building and related codes as needed.

Skills

Valid Michigan Driver’s License

Education

Building Official Registration under Michigan Skilled Trades Act 407

Job description

Job Opportunities

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The City of St. Joseph is seeking a Building Official to perform a variety of routine and technical tasks related to enforcing building and related codes. This role involves examining construction plans and conducting on-site inspections to ensure compliance with codes and ordinances, thereby protecting public health, safety, welfare, and property. Additional related duties may be assigned as needed.

This is a part-time position offering competitive compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience. The employment agreement is subject to annual review and renewal based on performance and organizational needs. While hours may vary, we anticipate a need for 20-30 hours a week on a regular basis, dependent on workload.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid Michigan Driver’s License.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background investigation.
• Building Official Registration under the State of Michigan Skilled Trades Act 407.

• City of St. Joseph
• 700 Broad St.
• St. Joseph, MI 49085

The first review of applications will begin August 31st, 2026. Applications submitted by this date are encouraged; however, the position will remain open until filled.