Construction Codes and IB Consultant

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Job Title:

Construction Codes and IB Consultant

Agency:
Department of Community Affairs

Compensation Details: $50,000-$60,320

Make a difference and join the DCA Team! DCA gives employees more to do than merely make a living. We are serious about helping Georgia's families live more abundantly with a greater sense of hope and achievement. If public service, a great environment, and the desire to enrich the lives of others motivate you to do your best work, you should consider joining the DCA Team.

To help build strong, vibrant communities.

For Georgians of today and tomorrow to have the opportunity to live and work in thriving communities.

We are a diverse team of highly competent and committed professionals who strive to help people and communities thrive through technical expertise, innovative thinking, and a passion for making a difference. Team members are at their best when collaborating and supporting each other as they perform challenging and dynamic work.

The Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) is a state organization dedicated to partnering with communities to help create a climate of success for Georgia's families and businesses. DCA offers a fast-paced, challenging, and dynamic environment that requires attention to detail, pride in quality of work, and the ability to work as a versatile team player.

DCA is seeking a Building Codes Consultant for its Community Development team. This position will update and maintain Georgia's nine mandatory construction codes and four permissive codes, along with statewide amendments; provide technical assistance to local governments, the construction industry and the general public; and maintain code amendments submitted by local governments. This position is also responsible for providing staffing for the State Codes Advisory Committee, Industrialized Buildings Program, subcommittees and task forces.

• Knowledge and considerable technical competence of the Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes for construction
• Knowledge of compliance standards
• Knowledge of government policy and procedures
• Skill in developing and assembling technical and administrative data for presentation
• Computer literacy and usage skills
• Skill in providing exceptional customer service
• Skill in oral and written communication
• Ability to meet and deal effectively with a wide range of individuals, including elected and appointed officials, professionals, professional organizations and the general public
• Ability to review, research and report new materials, systems, standards and code changes
• Ability to compose and prepare detailed revisions to State Minimum Standard Codes for consideration by various accrediting groups and local government officials
• Ability to manage multiple tasks

• Master's degree in Construction, Engineering, Architecture, Public Administration or a directly related field
• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Engineering, Architecture, Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science or a directly related field
• Associate's degree in Construction, Engineering, Architecture or a directly related field AND Three years of experience in architecture, engineering, building construction, building inspection, or building codes compliance
• Four years of experience in architecture, engineering, building construction, building inspection, or building codes compliance

Job candidate for this position will be subject to a criminal background check, educational degree check, and reference checks prior to the extension of a job offer

Note:

An equivalent combination of education and job specific experience that provided the knowledge, experience and competencies required to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted on a year-over-year basis.

This position is currently designated as a hybrid (part in-office and part remote/Telework) position. This position is full time.