Job Category
Work Schedule
Full-time
Employer
City of Arcata
Job Open until Filled
Job Closing Date
Email
Phone
5103594788
The Building Official’s primary duty is to support the development community through knowledge of the Building Code and City ordinances. The position will have supervision over one Building Inspector and report to the City Engineer. The Building Official will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Building Division. Additionally, the Building Official will provide highly technical knowledge and professional assistance in Building matters related to the protection of the health and safety of its community by ensuring building, construction, and remodeling activities meet appropriate codes, standards and City ordinances. The incumbent is expected to exercise initiative in ensuring building codes used by the City meet current legal and professional guidelines.
Education & Experience Requirements:
Possess a valid California Driver's License.
Possess, or obtain within twelve (12) months of date of hire, a Building Official certification issued by CABO (Council of American Building Officials) or ICC (International Code Council).
Possess ICC Building Inspector or Combination Inspector certification (may be required to obtain Electrical Inspector, Plumbing Inspector and/or Mechanical Inspector certification).
College coursework in structural, mechanical, civil engineering, architecture, or related field; and at least four (4) years progressively responsible experience as a Plans Examiner or
Building Inspector working under the direction of a Building Official, or related experience, and some supervisory experience, preferred.
Education & Experience Requirements:
Possess a valid California Driver's License.
Possess, or obtain within twelve (12) months of date of hire, a Building Official certification issued by CABO (Council of American Building Officials) or ICC (International Code Council).
Possess ICC Building Inspector or Combination Inspector certification (may be required to obtain Electrical Inspector, Plumbing Inspector and/or Mechanical Inspector certification).
College coursework in structural, mechanical, civil engineering, architecture, or related field; and at least four (4) years progressively responsible experience as a Plans Examiner or
Building Inspector working under the direction of a Building Official, or related experience, and some supervisory experience, preferred.