Chief Building Official

CHIEF BUILDING OFFICIAL

The purpose of this position is to manage and direct the activities of the City's plan review and building inspection services process. This is accomplished by serving as the Chief Building Code Officer, monitoring and directing inspection activities, resolving disputes regarding codes and conducting plan reviews of commercial and residential construction projects. Other duties include conducting inspections, enforcing building codes, enforcing zoning codes, serving as the City's building representative, maintaining and executing functions of the City's permit tracking software, disseminating information to the public and contractors and interacting with other City employees and citizens.

This position provides directions for other employees and reports to the Managing Director of Community Development.

Why Work for the City of North Richland Hills?
As an employee of the City of North Richland Hills you will experience more than just a job, more than a paycheck. Working for the City of North Richland Hills means becoming a member of our family and reaping the benefits that go along with it.
Insurance
Full time employees are offered a complete line of benefits, which includes medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance equal to three times your salary, and optional supplemental life insurance and long-term disability programs.
Retirement
As a full-time employee, you will become a member of the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with the City of North Richland Hills making contributions towards your account. You can also put savings toward retirement in the voluntary 457 deferred compensation plan.
Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave
The city offers vacation and sick leave, as well as ten paid holidays. Full time employees earn three weeks of vacation during their first year of employment and 10 hours of sick leave a month.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree is preferred from an accredited college or university with major course work in building construction, architecture, engineering or other related field.

• Four years of supervisory experience in a municipal building inspection and permitting office.

• State Plumbing Inspector Certification;
Plan Examiner or Energy Code Inspector Certification; I.C.B.O. Building Official Certification.

• Valid Texas Class C Driver's License.

Please Attach Resume

Code : 2025130-1

Location : PLANNING AND INSPECTIONS

Posting Start : 12/01/2025

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QUALIFICATIONS:

$96,450.00-$