Montville, CT

Building Official

FT UNION POSITION WITH BENEFITS

(Salary Range:  $69,240.80-$83,496.35)

The Town of Montville is looking for a certified and experienced Building Official.  We offer an excellent benefits package that includes, Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, State Retirement Plan (CMERS), Voluntary 457(b) Retirement Savings Plan, Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Benefits to include Cancer and Accident Plans, HSA Employer contribution, and Stipend for waiver of medical coverage, Vacation and generous Sick/PTO policy, including all federal holidays, a Floating Holiday and your birthday!

Why Montville?  Montville is situated, ideally, between Boston, New York, Hartford, & Providence, and diverse with suburban and rural characteristics, including access to major roads and waterways.  We boast a dedicated workforce that is committed to providing quality services and programs to the community it serves.  Considering joining us this awesome team!

The Building Official performs highly responsible routine and complex administrative, supervisory, and technical work in administering and enforcing building and related codes.  Work involves responsibility for the protection of the public against potentially dangerous conditions resulting from the use of faulty material or poor workmanship during construction, renovation, or repair of new and existing building structures.  Performs duties as outlined in the State Building code and provisions included in the Connecticut General Statues.  The Building Official has the responsibility for making difficult inspection decisions, especially as they relate to old structures which may be candidates for condemnation and demolition.  The position requires the ability to make decisions in accordance with established procedures and the exercise of independent judgment, initiative, maturity, flexibility, and supervisory observation and communication skills.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Enforces a variety of codes as per Connecticut General Statutes including Building Codes, Mechanical Codes, Plumbing Codes, Electrical Codes, Abatement of Dangerous Buildings and local codes
  • Formulates, organizes, effectuates, and directs a comprehensive building advisory, inspection, and enforcement program
  • Inspects and/or accepts reports of inspection by approved agencies or individuals.  Identifies deficiencies to be corrected by engineers, architects, contractors, and homeowners.  Conducts follow-up inspections to monitor compliance
  • Issues all necessary notices or orders to:  1)  remove illegal or unsafe conditions 2) require the necessary safeguards during construction 3) require adequate means of egress facilities in existing buildings and structures; and 4) insure compliance with all code requirements for the health, safety and general welfare of the public
  • Keeps official records of a applications received, permits and certificates issued, fees collected, reports of inspections, and notices and orders issued
  • Examines or supervises the examination of building plans of all types to determine compliance with code requirements and related regulations
  • Investigates and attempts to resolve complaints, i.e., 1) researches problems and complaints regarding commercial and residential buildings, building construction and code compliance, 2) takes necessary action to halt violations, and 3) responds to complex and sensitive building issues
  • Prepares and administers the annual operating budget of the building department
  • Resolves complex and sensitive customer services issues, either personally, by telephone or in writing Maintains records and documents of customer service issues
  • Attends evening meeting, as required, to meet job responsibilities
  • Regular attendance is a requirement of this position
  • Other tasks as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE:

  • Thorough knowledge of uniform building codes, electric codes, plumbing codes, mechanical codes, general construction codes and carpentry (including construction methods and stages), and fire prevention
  • Ability to enforce regulations firmly, tactfully, and impartially
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective and courteous working relationships with State and Federal officials, Town Officials, public officials, other department and agencies, supervisors, co-workers, contractors, developers, architects, engineers, owners, and the general public

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and TRAINING:

  • Graduation from High School or GED equivalent and pursuant to Connecticut General Statues, at least five (5) years'  experience in general construction, design or related fields, or up to a maximum of two (2) years'  experience as a n Assistant Building Official, or one (1) year as a Provision Building Official may be submitted in lieu of experience in the construction, design or supervision of construction of buildings.  Experience as Assistant Building Official or Provisional Building Official is preferred
  • Certification by the State of Connecticut as a Building Official

Must possess and retain a valid State of Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator's License with a clean driving record clear of any convictions for serious motor vehicle violations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to hear, speak, stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, climb steep terrain or stairs to various levels; use hands to finger, feel or operate equipment, tools or controls, use wrists for repetitive motion, reach with hands and arms, get in and out of vehicles, and tolerate exposure to environmental allergens.  Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of equipment.

The employee frequently works in outside weather conditions during the inspection of various land developments, i.e., construction sites and locations under study.  While working outside, the employee may work near moving mechanical equipment and in precarious places, will have to access buildings, sites and properties which include rough terrain, be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, rain, or snow, any of which  may cause marked bodily discomfort, and risk of electrical shock and vibration.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office, and moderate to loud in the field.

The employee must regularly life and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Close vision and distance vision acuity is required.  Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of equipment.

Employee must be capable of driving an automobile during the conduct of his/her duties.

The Town of Montville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels.  We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and encourage all job seekers to apply.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Position is contingent upon successful completion of physical/drug screening and background investigation.

For consideration, please submit resume with cover letter and send to:

Human Resources Department

The Town of Montville

310 Norwich-New London Turnpike.

Uncasville, CT 06382

Or email: mdamelia@montville-ct.org

For questions, call 860-848-6703.

Position is open until filled.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.