Full-Time Building Official

Chippewacountymi; Sault Ste. Marie (MI); Presencial; USD 27.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Chippewacountymi is seeking a full-time Building Official to enforce the Michigan Residential Code and Michigan Building Code and ensure safe housing under the County Administrator's supervision. The role involves overseeing building inspectors, conducting field inspections, issuing permits, and approving occupancy.

The position starts at $23.86 per hour with mileage paid; eligibility to become a licensed Code Official in Michigan is required, with a current Builders License preferred.

Formación

• Able to become Licensed Code Official and Inspector by the State of Michigan.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Self-transportation to inspections if county vehicle is not available.
• Familiarity with BS&A software.
• Ability to read building applications, plans and reports.
• Understand building codes, blueprints and related terminology.
• Maintain confidentiality and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication with contractors and public.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee daily operations of the Building Inspectors Office.
• Ensure compliance with codes, laws, rules and procedures; initiate corrective actions.
• Monitor safety procedures and use of safety equipment.
• Conduct field inspections; issue permits; approve occupancy.
• Enter information into the BS&A software.
• Conduct office administrative tasks.
• Stay current on Incident Command System courses.
• Other duties related to department operations.

Conocimientos

Licensed Code Official eligibility

Driver's license

Self-transportation to inspections

BS&A software familiarity

Blueprints & codes understanding

Mathematical accuracy

Professional communication

Confidentiality & deadline-driven

Educación

State of Michigan Building Inspector license (eligibility)

Herramientas

BS&A

Descripción del empleo

Under the supervision of the County Administrator the Full-time Building Official is authorized and directed to enforce the provisions of the Michigan Residential Code and the Michigan Building Code and ensures safe housing. This is a full-time position with an hourly wage starting at $23.86 plus mileage with some training and licensing paid by County. Must be eligible to become Building Inspector, licensed by the State of Michigan. Current Builders License preferred.

Requirements

Ability to become a Licensed Code Official and Inspector by the State of Michigan.

• Ability to posse a valid driver's license and operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to provide self-transportation to building inspections if county assigned vehicle is not available.
• Ability to learn computer software programs such as BS&A.
• Ability to operate a variety of automated office machines, calculator, copier, telephone system, fax machine, etc.; ability to coordinate hands and eyes in using automated office equipment; ability to operate a computer, spreadsheet, database, and Internet.
• Ability to comprehend and correctly use a variety of informational documents including building applications, plans, and other reports and records.
• Ability to comprehend a variety of reference books and manuals including blueprints, policy and procedures, codes, etc.
• Ability to accurately record and deliver information, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality of restricted information.
• Ability to learn and understand building, mechanical, and legal code terminology, language, principles, and techniques; ability to expound on knowledge of topics related to primary occupation.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, calculate decimals and percentages, and measure data.
• Ability to exert physical effort in light to moderate work involving lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling; ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; ability to climb and balance; tasks require visual perception and discrimination.
• Ability to maintain personal composure and tactfully handle difficult situations and interpret questions correctly; ability to behave in a professional manner.
• Ability to work under moderately stressful conditions, to respond immediately to crisis situations, and to balance priorities within and between offices/departments.
• Ability to communicate effectively with contractors, workers, supervisors, and the general public verbally and in writing; ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control, and confidence.
• This is a summary of the requirements for this position, other requirements may be expected.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Building Inspectors Office.
• Ensures departmental compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
• Ensures adherence to established safety procedures; monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
• Conducts field inspections; issues building permits; gives final inspection and approval for occupancy.
• Entering of information into the BS&A software program.
• Conducts office administrative tasks.
• Stay current on Incident Command System courses.
• Other duties related to the administration and daily operations of the department.
• This is a summary of the duties and responsibilities other duties and responsibilities will be assigned