Building Official

Imagine if you were given an opportunity to connect with others who want to preserve and enhance what we love about our city and keep it the most livable, safe and clean it can possibly be. If you consider yourself to be positive, organized, have strong communication and enjoy interacting with people, you may be a great addition to our Community Development team. Make a difference with the City of Hutchinson!

Are you a community planner looking for an opportunity to grow while putting your skills to work? The City of Hutchinson's Community Development Department is looking for a Building Official to join our team. Come be a part of Hutchinson's exciting future as we chart a path forward.

Under the general direction of the Director of Community Development, this job is primarily responsible for planning, organizing, and supervising the work of building and code compliance inspectors and conducting technical reviews of building/site plans and other design and construction documents to ensure compliance with City development ordinances and building codes. This position also recommends the adoption of codes, policies, and standards to address community needs and routinely interacts with members of the public and other governmental officials.

Applicants are encouraged to review the City's webpage at www.hutchgov.com for more information about the department and current projects. Hutchinson is a vibrant community with opportunities around every corner. The region offers an amazing quality of life with a low-cost of living. Check out https://www.greaterhutch.com/why-hutch and https://www.visithutch.com/ for more about what makes Hutchinson special.

A Day in the Life:

• Conducts technical reviews of construction plans/documents to ensure compliance with adopted building and zoning codes.

• Interprets and explains laws, ordinances, and code provisions to architects, engineers, designers, contractors, and the general public.

• Develops policies and procedures to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness.

• Selects, trains, motivates and evaluates staff in accordance with City policies.

• Investigates and responds to complaints regarding illegal construction, safety, or hazardous conditions. Testifies in court and before the governing body as required.

• Oversees and develops the division's recordkeeping systems for permits, inspection reports, violations and correspondence with affected parties.

• Recommends and implements divisional goals, objectives, projects and programs that are aligned with community needs; determines operational priorities and resolves resourcing issues.

• Represents the City and serves as the primary staff liaison to the Building Trades Board

• Performs all other duties as deemed necessary or assigned.

What You Will Need to be Successful:

Education: Associate Degree in Construction Management or other closely related field is required; Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in architecture, construction science or other closely related field is preferred.

Experience: 5+ years progressively responsible experience as a Building Official or Building Inspector including at least 2 years' experience in a supervisory or lead capacity.

Certifications/License: Must possess at time of hire a minimum of 3 ICC Residential and/or Commercial certifications in adopted building code areas: mechanical, plumbing, electrical, structural, or life safety. Must also possess a Certified Building Official certification from the International Code Council within 6 months of hire. Must possess and maintain a valid Kansas Driver's License and acceptable driving record.

The City of Hutchinson employs over 400 employees that serve our community every day. City employees make Hutchinson a great place to live, work, and play. We take pride in our work, and it shows. Come be a part of a workforce that makes a difference! We're always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team.

City of Hutchinson is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.