Building Official

About The Position

The Village of Tinley Park is seeking a Building Official. The Building Official is part of the Village’s Community Development department and reports directly to the Community Development Director. The Community Development team includes a staff of 17 full-time professional and administrative staff.

Responsibilities

• Planning, supervising, and coordinating the Building Division’s activities and operations with a staff of 10 full-time employees.
• Authorized enforcement officer of the Building Code, including the location, design, materials, construction, alteration, repair, equipment, maintenance, use, occupancy, removal, and demolition of buildings, structures, and appurtenances located in the Village of Tinley Park.
• The Acting Director in the absence of the Community Development Director.

Requirements

• An outstanding work ethic, positive attitude, and self-motivation.
• Familiarity with principles, practices, and objectives of municipal government.
• Customer service focus.
• Knowledge of residential and commercial building applications.
• Effective management during periods of high volume.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to motivate a dedicated staff.
• Efficient and effective management of daily operations.
• Minimum five years’ experience performing residential and commercial plan reviews in building, accessibility, electrical, energy, and mechanical aspects of building design.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively communicate technical and non-technical information.

Qualifications

To be considered for this exceptional career opportunity, submit your resume, cover letter, and 6 references including 2 supervisors, 2 direct reports, and 2 colleagues. These references will not be contacted until and unless the candidate advances to the finalist round. Resumes should reflect years and months of employment, beginning/ending dates, as well as the size of staff and budgets you have managed. Please go to our website to submit your application: https://www.cpshr.us/recruitment/2631

For Additional Information About This Position Please Contact David Niemeyer Tel: 916.471.3326 E-mail: dniemeyer@cpshr.us