Town of East Granby, CT
JOB POSTING
BUILDING OFFICIAL
This position is responsible for administering and enforcing the Connecticut State Building Code, town building ordinances and regulations related to life safety. Provides technical consultation and assistance to town boards and commissions. This position also provides staff assistance to the Inland Wetlands Commission, including but not limited to review and evaluate applications for development, provide expertise on matters before the Commission, provide technical expertise and policy recommendations for Inland Wetlands regulations.
This position also performs inspection and investigative duties to ensure that residential, commercial, industrial and other properties comply with the zoning, subdivision and other land use regulations of the town and related state statutes. Provides technical consultation and assistance to the Planning and Zoning Commission and other land use boards when needed. Attends Inland Wetlands and Planning and Zoning Commission meetings as necessary.
- Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma, and an associate’s degree or additional technical or vocational training in building technology, construction management, electrical, structural or mechanical engineering is required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- Certification as a Building Official by the State of Connecticut
- CAZEO certified or ability and willingness to become certified within a year of employment
- Valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License with a clean driving record.
- Five years demonstrated experience in construction, design or supervision, or equivalent experience accepted by the State Commissioner of Public Safety for BO certification
- Two years demonstrated experience as a Connecticut Building Official or Assistant Building Official or equivalent plan review, permit issuance and code administration experience in other state or local government agencies.
- Knowledge of building and fire safety codes, and ability to acquire a working knowledge of East Granby ordinances related to demolition and construction activities.
- General knowledge of zoning and land use regulations; and ability to acquire a working knowledge of East Granby zoning and land use regulations and state statutes related to zoning and land use enforcement.
The annual salary for this position is $78,474 and is eligible for benefits as outlined in the AFSCME, AFL-CIO Town Hall Employees Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position will remain open until filled.