Certified Code Enforcement Official

About the role

The Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) is seeking a Commercial Building Inspector and Commercial Fire Inspector to lead emergency planning and operations, first responder training, and fire and building safety.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections of construction activity for Class 1 structures, to determine compliance with appropriate codes laws, rules, and regulations.
• Interpret and issue inspection reports/ violations regarding various fire and building codes, standards, laws, rules, and regulations.
• Perform damage assessment inspections following natural or man-made disasters to assess affected buildings for safe entry.
• Issue appropriate inspection orders of code deficiencies, in tandem with local enforcement authority.
• May issue fire watches and prepare orders for closure of buildings that pose a severe threat to human life/safety.
• Enter detailed inspection results and code interpretation on a field computer into an established database management system.
• Explain and provide education on the various fire and building codes and their applicability to architects, engineers, local and fire building officials, contractors, manufacturers, property owners, and/or other staff members.
• Prepare correspondence and technical reports to explain fire and building code revisions, policies, etc. and answer general code inquiries.
• Investigate and resolve complaints or refers complaints to appropriate level.
• Keep abreast of changes in codes, standards, laws, rules, regulations, and procedures as they relate to all facets of job duties.
• Provide training and education opportunities for local fire and building official through classes and field instruction.
• Provide code related field, administrative, and policy training of new inspection staff, providing code education and specific on-the-job training.

Requirements

• Must possess an International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Commercial Building Inspector and Commercial Fire Inspector.
• Working knowledge of a database systems and MS Office applications.
• Must be able to solve practical problems with tact, diplomacy, and deal with a variety of people in a variety of situations.
• Extensive knowledge of both construction and fire principles, practices, and procedures.
• Extensive ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications; possess knowledge of applicable building codes; and an ability to create accurate and concise written reports.
• Extensive ability to interpret the State’s fire and building codes, standards, laws, rules, and regulations and apply them to inspection practices similar to a Code Official.
• Effective communication skills to both internal and external customers.
• During weather events and other emergency situations, inspectors are required to be available to conduct Emergency Damage Assessments across the State in partnership with the Response and Recovery Division, which also may require overnights.
• Must have and retain a valid Indiana Driver's license and the ability to operate a State vehicle is required.
• A degree is not required. However, a High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) and at least two (2) years of experience as a code official and/or four (4) years for the Indiana Department of Homeland Security experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.
• Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

• Must possess an International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Commercial Building Inspector and Commercial Fire Inspector.
• Working knowledge of a database systems and MS Office applications.
• Must be able to solve practical problems with tact, diplomacy, and deal with a variety of people in a variety of situations.
• Extensive knowledge of both construction and fire principles, practices, and procedures.
• Extensive ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications; possess knowledge of applicable building codes; and an ability to create accurate and concise written reports.
• Extensive ability to interpret the State’s fire and building codes, standards, laws, rules, and regulations and apply them to inspection practices similar to a Code Official.
• Effective communication skills to both internal and external customers.
• Must have and retain a valid Indiana Driver's license and the ability to operate a State vehicle is required.
• A degree is not required. However, a High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) and at least two (2) years of experience as a code official and/or four (4) years for the Indiana Department of Homeland Security experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.
• Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

• International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Commercial Building Inspector and Commercial Fire Inspector.
• Working knowledge of a database systems and MS Office applications.
• Solving practical problems with tact, diplomacy, and dealing with a variety of people in a variety of situations.
• Knowledge of construction and fire principles, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications; knowledge of applicable building codes; ability to create accurate and concise written reports.
• Ability to interpret the State’s fire and building codes, standards, laws, rules, and regulations and apply them to inspection practices similar to a Code Official.
• Effective communication skills to both internal and external customers.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans.
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards.
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution.
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match.
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options.
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
• Coupled 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off.
• Twelve (12) paid holidays, 14 on election years.
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Group life insurance.
• Free parking for most positions.
• Free LinkedIn Learning access.

Pay

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $47,320.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

Schedule

Details on the schedule will be provided during the hiring process.