Building Official

Building Official, Bridgeport Charter Township, Michigan

BROAD STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for overall direction and management of the Building Department in the enforcement of building codes and related ordinances, the issuance of related permits, and licensing of contractors within the Township to protect the health and safety of the public.  Enforces Township Zoning Ordinances by performing field investigations and responding to complaints

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1.     Receives building permit applications; reviews, checks and examines construction plans, specifications and drawings to determine building code, site plans, and related ordinance compliance with State and local codes; issues building permits; maintains appropriate building permit records.

2.    Maintains appropriate staffing to ensure work is completed in a timely manner; supervises and directs outside Electrical, Mechanical and Plumbing Inspectors; oversees and examines building plans and installation plans for electrical, mechanical and plumbing; issues permits for new construction and improvements, occupancy, etc.; assigns inspections and participates in inspections to ensure compliance with State and local regulations.

3.    Verifies ordinance complaints and conducts inspections of violations; explains and interprets building code and zoning ordinances to Township property owners; sends out ordinance violation notices when necessary; represents the Township in legal matters regarding Building and Zoning regulation issues.

4.    Visits construction sites, checks plans and specification for on-site conformity to construction and building code; conducts inspections of actual construction and makes final inspections upon completion of new buildings, improvements or repairs to determine conformity with plans and code.

5.    Provides information and counsel on building code requirements to residents, builders, architects, engineers, attorneys, and Township Board of Trustees.

6.    Develops annual department financial budget and monitors throughout fiscal year; provides monthly reports to Township Board of Trustees regarding department activities.

7.    Oversees proper maintenance of all applications, permits, plans and correspondence regarding buildings and plats within the Township; maintains files of flood plain permits and records.

8.    Attends seminars and other continuing education classes as required by State of Michigan for maintaining required certification as Building Official, Building Inspector, and Plan Reviewer; maintains ongoing awareness of construction trends/new materials through trade journals and attending seminars and trade conferences.

9.    Process applications to the construction Board of Appeals; attends construction Board of Appeals meetings to respond to questions.

10.  Coordinates development and construction issues with Planning department as necessary.

11.  Recommends passage or amendment of building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing codes as required; assists in developing other Building Department related ordinances and codes.

12.  May be assigned other various responsibilities and tasks in conjunction with emergency and disaster response operations.

Requirements

BASIC FUNCTIONS:

1.  Thorough understanding of construction codes and practices.
2.   Knowledge with State laws governing construction.
3.  Strong leadership and communication skills
4.  Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office and BSA
5.  Must be organized and efficient with the ability to handle complex tasks.

 MINIMUM EDUCATION & BACKGROUND:

•  High School Diploma (minimum 18 years of age).
•  Minimum fine (4) years of relevant experience in building construction, inspection, and ordinance enforcement; Have or be able to obtain a Building inspector and Building Official level designation by the State of Michigan, or code enforcement, and three (3) years of supervisory experience.
•  A valid Michigan driver’s license.

 MINIMUM PHYSICAL EXPECTATIONS:

•  The ability to climb, walk, stoop while making inspections during all seasons and all    weather conditions.
•  Occasionally may require lifting boxes of material, office supplies, files, records and equipment weighing a maximum of 50 pounds to waist-high levels.
•  Manual dexterity to operate computer and office equipment.
•  Position requires the ability to operate a motor vehicle