Job Details

Summary

The Building Official is responsible for enforcing city codes by inspecting buildings, plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems of construction projects and existing structures within the City of Spring Hill. This position should possess a strong mechanical aptitude and effective organizational, public relation, and communication skills.

Essential Duties

• Oversees and follows the City's adopted codes inspection and permit issuance programs.
• Serves as City flood plain manager.
• Participates in City Emergency Operations Plan as assigned and/or designated.
• Serves as plans examiner for all building permit applications.
• Determines, develops and oversees the administration of the City's building permit process including associated fee schedules.
• Provides information to contractors, developers, homeowners and the general public.
• Prepares and maintains staff work log tracking inspection activity.
• Continually monitors local, city, county, state, national and international building and construction codes to determine the need to create, change or remove building and construction codes.
• Interprets code requirements as requested by City staff, governing body, fire department, residents, contractors and the general public.
• Supervises inspectors to ensure building and construction inspections are scheduled and completed in accordance with department policy and procedure.
• Inspects non-routine and specialty building and construction projects.
• Ensures the ongoing training and education of inspectors.
• Reports activities of staff to Community Development Director.

Education and Experience

• Minimum Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• ICC Certification for Commercial Building Inspector.
• ICC Certification for Combination Inspector.
• Driving Requirements: Must have and maintain a current valid driver's license.
• This position requires five years of similar or related experience.

Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• A thorough knowledge of building inspections, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical systems, federal and state building regulations and codes is required.
• Must be able to operate computers, department vehicles, electrical testing equipment, copiers and office equipment.
• Ability to interpret building codes and regulations, to prepare reports, to understand and anticipate problems, and to understand written instructions, reports, proposals, specifications, blueprints, schematics and code books.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, and effective public relations, organizational, oral and written communication skills.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range is $30.80 to $41.58 per hour for Building Official, dependent on qualifications. The position is open until filled. The City of Spring Hill offers excellent, comprehensive benefits ( including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid leave and KPERS retirement.

How to Apply

Complete our online application and upload your cover letter and resume via our website at www.springhillks.gov. Paper applications printed from and sent to: Human Resources, City of Spring Hill, 401 N. Madison St., P.O. Box 424, Spring Hill, KS 66083.

Additional Information

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level. Employment type: Full-time. Job function: Engineering and Information Technology. Industries: Government Administration.