Building Official and Chief Inspector - City of Andover

This position deals directly with the public, contractors, and City staff with limited supervision from the Director of Community Development. The employee must demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the building codes, property maintenance codes, nuisance codes and other adopted regulatory requirements.  Salary DOE - $70,000 - $90,000.

Additional Information

• Oversee the reviews and issuance building permits, occupancy certificates, contractor licenses and zoning permits
• Oversee the enforcement of the City’s building, property maintenance, nuisance and zoning codes, the Americans with Disabilities Act and other ordinances pertaining to construction and building trades
• Lead the review of building permit applications, conduct plan reviews and the inspection of public and private buildings to ensure compliance with building codes and other regulatory requirements
• Provide both written and oral interpretations of the building codes and other regulatory requirements
• Research and maintain knowledge of new code changes, new materials available and new methods of construction
• Provide staff support to various boards, committees and commissions, including but not limited to: City Council and Board of Building Code Appeals
• Assist with the enforcement of the zoning regulations and site plan review standards through inspection of public and private buildings and/or sites

• Supervision of Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer, and Permit Technician. Makes employment-related decisions involving hiring, discipline, and status changes including performance reviews of subordinate employees.

• Performs other duties as required

• Knowledge of building codes, plumbing codes, mechanical codes, electrical codes, property maintenance codes, nuisance codes and zoning regulations
• Knowledge about construction materials and methods
• Ability to meet and deal tactfully with the public and to communicate effectively and clearly, both orally and in writing
• Ability to read and understand construction plans, specifications, and blueprints
• Ability to solve problems using a balance of technical competence, creativity and research

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required
• Some Post-Secondary courses in building, construction, inspection, or related field, preferred
• Four years’ progressive experience in building trades, or related, preferred
• International Code Council B1, B2, B3, E1, M1 and P1 certifications required.
• International Code Council CBO certification required within 12 months

• Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, or push heavy (50 lb. or more) objects
• Frequently involves climbing in and out basements, crawl spaces, sewer and line ditches, manholes, attics, roofs, etc. Also requires frequent bending or stooping.