Building Official - Austin Development Services

City of Maypearl; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Austin Development Services Department seeks a Building Official to lead building safety and permitting functions for a growing city. This role requires decisive, senior leadership with expertise in codes, plan review, and inspection practices.

The candidate will guide operations, mentor staff, and navigate political and regulatory environments to deliver service-oriented public safety outcomes.

Qualifications

• Ten years of work experience related to design, construction, or plan review.
• At least two years in lead or supervisory roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead building safety, permitting and plan review operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and city leadership.
• Ensure compliance with international/national codes and local amendments.

Skills

Building codes

Leadership

Plan review

Inspection practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in Planning, Architecture, Engineering, Landscape Architecture, or related field

Job description

The City of Austin Development Services Department is seeking a new Building Official to help lead critical building safety and permitting functions for our growing city. They will be a collaborative, serviceoriented leader committed to excellence in public service.

The ideal candidate is a decisive, seasoned technical expert with the leadership skills, sound judgment, and strategic perspective necessary to serve effectively as a senior City leader. They bring deep, comprehensive knowledge of building codes, plan review, and inspection practices, along with the political acumen needed to navigate Austin’s dynamic development landscape.

Education: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Planning, Architecture, Engineering, Landscape Architecture, or other fields related to design or construction. One (1) additional year of relevant work experience may substitute for one (1) year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four (4) years.
Experience: Ten (10) years of work experience related to design, construction, or plan review. Experience includes at least two (2) years of lead or supervisory responsibilities.
Licenses and Certifications Required: Valid Texas driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire. Must possess certification by the International Code Council (ICC) or other recognized authority as a Certified Building Official.