Municipal Building Code Official & Zoning Enforcer

Pennboc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid time off

Professional development

Certifications support

Stable environment

Job summary

Malvern Borough is seeking an experienced Building Code Official / Code Enforcement Officer to oversee building, permitting, zoning and property maintenance functions. This role involves leadership in ensuring safe construction, consistent code enforcement and responsive service to the community.

The position administers and enforces borough codes and ordinances, coordinates with residents, contractors, developers, Borough staff and legal counsel, and guides third-party inspectors on zoning and

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC).
• Ability to interpret and apply codes and ordinances fairly and consistently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with residents, contractors, property owners, businesses and officials.
• Independent work while collaborating with a small municipal team.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Borough’s Building Code Official and complete compliance documentation under the UCC.
• Review and process building and related permit applications.
• Coordinate and oversee required inspections and third-party inspectors.
• Administer property maintenance and housing inspections, including nuisance properties and rental inspections.
• Review inspection reports for compliance with borough codes.
• Assist residents, businesses, contractors and developers with permitting and code questions.
• Coordinate with Borough staff and other professionals.
• Provide guidance on building, zoning and code enforcement matters.
• Recommend improvements to borough procedures and enforcement practices.

Skills

UCC knowledge

IBC knowledge

IPMC knowledge

code interpretation

communication skills

independent work

Education

Certified Zoning Officer (PZOA)

Housing Inspector certification

Job description

Malvern Borough is seeking an experienced Building Code Official / Code Enforcement Officer to oversee building, permitting, zoning and property maintenance functions. This role involves leadership in ensuring safe construction, consistent code enforcement and responsive service to the community.

The position administers and enforces borough codes and ordinances, coordinates with residents, contractors, developers, Borough staff and legal counsel, and guides third-party inspectors on zoning and