Assistant Construction Code Administrator - 20062618

About the role

Acts as Construction codes Certification Engineer or Code & Certification Construction Architect to assist the Board of Building Standards (BBS) in promulgating construction codes for State of Ohio.

Responsibilities

• Reviews & evaluates existing & proposed nationally developed construction codes & standards for possible incorporation & adoption into Ohio's administrative rules.
• Drafts proposed new & amended administrative rules affecting Ohio Building Code, Ohio Plumbing Code, Ohio Mechanical Code, Ohio Elevator Code, Ohio Pressure Piping rules, Ohio Boiler & Unfired Pressure Vessel Rules & other Ohio codes & standards.
• Provides statewide training programs for building departments, building officials, building inspectors & plans examiners.
• Writes reports & offers technical assistance to Executive Secretary.
• Researches & responds to code inquiries from other state departments, administrative agencies, legislators, professional, public & private interest groups and individuals.

Requirements

• Position as Construction Codes Certification Engineer requires Ohio Certificate of Registration as Professional Engineer, per Section 4733.02 of Revised Code; 5 yrs. exp. as registered professional engineer.
• Position as Code & Certification Construction Architect requires Ohio Certificate to practice architecture, per Section 4703.06 of Revised Code; 5 yrs. exp. as licensed architect.

Qualifications

Position requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, or a related field, plus 5 years of relevant experience.

Skills

• Code Enforcement
• Engineering
• Administrative support/services
• Professional Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Decision Making
• Organizing and Planning

Benefits

No specific benefits are mentioned in the job posting.

Pay

$44.38 per hour

Schedule

Full-time

Contact

Molly Williams
molly.williams@com.ohio.gov
OR
614-995-7009

Unposting Date

Jul 24, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location

Commerce Tussing Road

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Reynoldsburg

Agency Overview

The Mission of the Ohio Department of Commerce is promoting prosperity by protecting what matters most. As the state’s chief regulator, the Department of Commerce impacts Ohioans every day. We are motivated by our mission to promote prosperity for businesses and licensees by protecting what matters most to the residents of our state. We ensure compliance through proactive outreach, education, and customer-focused service. Commerce is comprised of seven operating divisions and two standalone programs that span a variety of industries including real estate, liquor, banking, securities, firefighting, construction and skilled trades, and medical marijuana. Through exceptional compliance practices and oversight, Commerce has a direct role in protecting Ohioans. The Division of Industrial Compliance and its associated boards ensure Ohioans are safe in public buildings such as businesses, educational institutions and municipal buildings. This includes drafting and applying the Ohio Building Code; conducting appeal hearings; issuing variances to code requirements; licensing commercial contractors; inspecting boilers, elevators and bedding; and regulating ski tramways. The division has responsibility for portions of the Manufactured Homes Program, and licenses installers and parks. The division also oversees Ohio’s minimum wage, prevailing wage and minor labor law programs. Our Guiding Principles Making An IMPACT For The Customer Inclusive Motivated Proactive Accountable Customer-Focused Teamwork