Building Official

Great Hire

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About The Position

We are looking for expert-level leadership in the administration of municipal building safety programs. As the designated Building Official, you will serve as the primary technical authority, ensuring all construction within the jurisdiction complies with ORS Chapter 455, Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR 918), and local municipal ordinances. Technical Authority & Code Scope You will be responsible for the definitive interpretation and enforcement of the Oregon Statewide Specialty Codes. We require a candidate with "mastery-level" understanding of: Structural & Residential: OSSC (Commercial/Multi-family) and ORSC (1-2 Family Dwellings). Systems & Life Safety: Comprehensive oversight of Mechanical (OMSC), Plumbing (OPSC), Electrical (OESC), and Fire (OFC) codes. Sustainability & Efficiency: Enforcement of the Oregon Energy Efficiency Specialty Code (OEESC) and the Oregon Reach Code (where applicable). Accessibility: Strict application of Chapter 11 and ICC A117.1 standards to ensure ADA and state compliance. Specialty Standards: Including the Oregon Manufactured Dwelling Code and Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) requirements. Why Join Us? We provide a structured, professional environment where you can apply your technical expertise to help Oregon communities grow safely. This role offers the complexity of high-level code work with the autonomy of a leadership position.

Requirements

Certification: Current Oregon Building Official (OBO) certification is mandatory.
Knowledge Base: Deep familiarity with Oregon’s unique statewide-reach code structure (preemption of local codes).
Soft Skills: Ability to deliver firm, code-based decisions with professional diplomacy and transparency.

Responsibilities

Departmental Administration (AHJ Status)
Execute the duties of the Building Official under delegated authority from the Oregon Building Codes Division (BCD).
Maintain the City’s Operating Guide and ensure compliance with OAR 918-020.
Coordinate BCD Program Audits and manage state-mandated reporting/surcharge collections.
Plan Review & Permit Lifecycle
Direct the review of complex construction documents to ensure compliance before permit issuance.
Approve or deny Alternate Methods & Materials (AM&M) based on technical merit and engineering data.
Oversee the issuance of Certificates of Occupancy and Temporary COs.
Field Inspection & Enforcement
Supervise a team of inspectors (in-house or 3rd party) to ensure field consistency.
Issue Stop Work Orders, Correction Notices, and Unsafe Building determinations.
Manage the abatement of dangerous buildings and coordinate legal referrals for non-compliance.
Public & Professional Liaison
Provide formal, written Code Interpretations to developers, architects, and engineers.
Serve as the technical lead during Building Code Board of Appeals hearings.
Represent the Building Department in City Council meetings and inter-agency coordination (Fire, Planning, Public Works).