Chief Building Inspector 39

About the role

The Chief Building Inspector supervises a team of Building Inspectors to ensure compliance with building, grading, zoning, and safety laws and approved plans, specifications, and standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate work of subordinate Building Inspectors and provide needed work direction and training.
• Enforce building and sign codes throughout the City.
• Oversee residential building permits and collect fees by determining construction valuation.
• Perform residential and commercial electronic plan review to ensure conformance to codes.
• Develop and maintain informational handouts, forms, and permit applications for the counter.
• Maintain records of all Building Permits and other related documents in the Building Safety Division.
• Prepare and resolve complaints from contractors, owners, and the public.
• Cookordination of the activities of the Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing sections of the Building Safety Division during joint inspections.

Requirements

• A valid State of Michigan Building Inspector & Plan Reviewer license is required and must be retained for the entire course of employment.
• Must earn within the first year of employment a B1 Residential Building Inspector Certification or B2 Commercial Building Inspector Certification and then, earn a B3 Building Plan Examiner Certification within two (2) years of employment.
• Associate’s Degree or two (2) years of college in Business, Design, Architectural or Skilled Trade, or a related field.
• At least seven (7) years of experience in general building construction/plan review, of which three (3) years must be as a licensed Building Inspector.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• International Code Council Certification as a Building Inspector, preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or two (2) years of college in Business, Design, Architectural or Skilled Trade, or a related field.
• At least seven (7) years of experience in general building construction/plan review, of which three (3) years must be as a licensed Building Inspector.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• International Code Council Certification as a Building Inspector, preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of building and zoning codes.
• Laws pertaining to construction research, investigation, and enforcement.
• Ability to supervise and train a team.
• Experience in enforcing building and sign codes.
• Proficiency in electronic plan review.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive wage and benefits package including medical, vision, dental, paid vacation, sick and holiday leave, professional growth and educational opportunities.
• Longevity bonuses based on years of service.
• Vacation, personal leave, sick leave, and compensatory time off.

Pay

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

• Full-time position.

City of Lansing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Certified Veteran Friendly Employer.

Application

To apply, attach a copy of your resume, cover letter, and verification of education/Licenses/certifications.