Title: Building Official
Reports To: Township Manager
Positions Supervised: Building Inspectors, Building Department Clerk
Employment Status: Exempt

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 the licensing of contractors within the Township to protect the health and safety of the public. Also responsible for the supervision, evaluation, discipline, and recommending hiring and discharge of all subordinate members of the department.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Receives building permit applications; reviews, checks and examines construction plans, specifications and drawings to determine building code, site plan, 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 Building Inspectors, Building Department Clerk and 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. Oversees investigations of ordinance violation complaints and institutes action to prosecute violators of building code and zoning ordinances; represents the Township in legal matters regarding Building and zoning regulation issues.

4. Participates in building inspections and issues violation notices if needed to violators; conducts occupancy inspections on both new and existing buildings, and issues permits accordingly.

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; maintains ongoing awareness of construction trends/new materials through trade journals and attending seminars and trade conferences.

9. Processes 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. Performs other duties and special projects as requested.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

1. High school completion plus minimum 5 years of relevant experience in building construction, inspection and ordinance enforcement; Plan Review and Building Inspector and Building Official level designation by the State required; comprehensive knowledge of building code enforcement principles and practices required.

2. Communication and interpersonal skills to deal effectively with Township office staff at all levels, property owners, State and local government representatives, builders, contractors, and general public.

3. Supervisory skills to effectively lead building inspection and ordinance enforcement staff toward achieving departmental goals.

4. Ability to independently plan, organize, and schedule work; ability to concentrate and pay close attention to details.

5. Valid drivers license and ability to travel regularly throughout Township; ability to climb, walk and stoop while visiting building inspection sites during all seasons and all weather conditions; occasionally may require lifting boxes of materials, office supplies, files, records and equipment weighing minimum of 40 pounds to waist high level; also requires manual dexterity to operate computer and other office equipment.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of the position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements for the position.