Construction Code Official - Plumsted Township.

NJLM; Plumsted Township (NJ); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension benefits

Job summary

Plumsted Township seeks a qualified Construction Code Official to serve as chief administrator for enforcing the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code. You will direct staff, manage the department budget, review applications, issue permits, and ensure inspections are completed and properly documented.

This full‑time role offers up to 40 hours per week with a salary up to $110,000, plus health and pension benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid Construction Official license issued by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise departmental staff and operations.
• Prepare and manage department budget.
• Review construction applications for completeness and required prior approvals.
• Issue construction permits, certificates of occupancy, and temporary certificates of occupancy.
• Ensure inspections are scheduled, completed and documented.

Education

Construction Official license

Job description

The township is seeking a qualified Construction Code Official to serve as the chief administrator responsible for administering and enforcing the provisions of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code. Responsibilities include directing and supervising departmental staff and operations; preparing and managing the department budget; establishing internal procedures; reviewing construction applications for completeness and required prior approvals; determining and collecting applicable fees and penalties; issuing construction permits, certificates of occupancy, and temporary certificates of occupancy upon approval by the appropriate subcode officials; ensuring required inspections are scheduled, completed, and properly documented; recording stop-work orders; and attending required meetings, hearings, and court proceedings. Applicants must possess a valid Construction Official license issued by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs. The full-time position is up to 40 hours per week, with an annual salary of up to $110,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Health and pension benefits for a full-time employee. Qualified candidates should submit a résumé to Jacqueline Byk, Business Administrator, at [e-mail] no later than 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 26, 2026. Plumsted Township is an EOE.