Building Official

Position Overview

The City of Independence is seeking an experienced and customer-focused professional to serve as its Building Official. Reporting directly to the City Manager, the Building Official serves as the City's lead authority on building code administration, providing oversight of plan review, inspections, permitting, code enforcement, and regulatory compliance to ensure safe, high-quality development throughout the community.

This management-level position plays a critical role in supporting responsible growth, protecting public health and safety, and ensuring compliance with the Oregon State Building Code and applicable local regulations.

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in building inspection, construction management, plan review, code administration, code enforcement, or a closely related field.
• Valid Oregon driver’s license and Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC) or equivalent certification; additional certifications such as A-Level Plans Examiner, Structural Inspector, Mechanical Inspector, Plumbing Inspector, Residential Inspector, and Fire & Life Safety Plans Examiner are highly desirable.
• Extensive knowledge of building construction and code enforcement, sound technical judgment, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to build productive working relationships with contractors, developers, property owners, City staff, and the public.
• Ability to demonstrate diverse perspectives and transferability of skills; the City will consider equivalent combinations of education, training, certifications, and experience that demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.

First Application Review:
July 28, 2026

Pass a comprehensive background investigation.