Building & Zoning Code Officer | Customer‑Focused Inspections

Crafton Borough; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Crafton Borough seeks a Building Code Official, Residential Building Inspector, and Zoning Code Officer to administer and enforce local building and zoning codes with a focus on customer service. This role may also serve as Fire Marshal if trained and will use permitting software to manage inspections and reports.

Responsibilities include plan review, property inspections, and preparing enforcement actions. Strong communication, organization, and knowledge of UCC/MPC are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Certified Building Code Official and Certified Residential Building Inspector with PA.
• Experience with Pennsylvania UCC and MPC.
• Valid PA driver's license or ability to obtain one.
• Three years of local code official experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as knowledgeable contact for property owners to facilitate reinvestment.
• Examine plans to residential construction for code compliance.
• Use permitting and code enforcement software to manage applications, inspections, and records.
• Inspect residential buildings during construction for code compliance.
• Administer the Borough's rental inspection program.
• Issue notices of violation and stop-work orders as needed to achieve compliance.
• Prepare enforcement cases and testify at hearings.
• Prepare monthly/annual reports and present findings to boards.
• Attend trainings to stay current on building, code enforcement, and permitting practices.
• If acting as Fire Marshal, assist with safety surveys and inspections.

Skills

Code enforcement knowledge

Planning and zoning

Communication skills

Tech/software proficiency

Plan review and interpretation

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Customer service mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred

Certified Building Code Official

Certified Residential Building Inspector (PA)

Experience with PA UCC & MPC

Valid PA driver's license

3 years local code official experience

Tools

Permitting and code enforcement software

Field tablets/phones software

Job description

Crafton Borough seeks a Building Code Official, Residential Building Inspector, and Zoning Code Officer to administer and enforce local building and zoning codes with a focus on customer service. This role may also serve as Fire Marshal if trained and will use permitting software to manage inspections and reports.

Responsibilities include plan review, property inspections, and preparing enforcement actions. Strong communication, organization, and knowledge of UCC/MPC are essential for success.