Chief Building Inspector

City of St Marys•St. Marys, GA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Coordinates and performs building inspections, plan reviews, code administration, and related supervisory functions to ensure compliance with applicable City of St. Marys ordinances and State of Georgia building standards. Serves as the City's Chief Building Official and supports safe, efficient, customer-focused development and redevelopment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) required.
Three to five years of related experience required; or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.
Ability to obtain Georgia Soil and Water Level IB (Certified Inspector) and Level II (Certified Plan Reviewer) certifications.
Possession of a valid state driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Responsibilities

Serves as the City's Chief Building Official and administers and enforces City of St. Marys and State of Georgia codes governing the construction, use, and occupancy of buildings and structures.
Directs the Building Codes Division and supervises assigned personnel, providing operational oversight and supporting effective team performance.
Coordinates and performs inspections of residential, commercial, industrial, and other structures during and after construction, including new single-family construction, commercial construction, and demolition inspections.
Conducts and supports plan review, permitting, inspections, and code enforcement to ensure construction complies with adopted codes, ordinances, and building standards.
Provides technical expertise in building code administration, permitting, plan review, inspections, Georgia Building Standards, permitting software, and regulatory compliance.
Supports permitting system enhancements and process improvements that streamline plan review, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen customer service.
Works collaboratively across departments and with contractors, property owners, community stakeholders, and the public to resolve issues, exchange information, and support responsible growth and redevelopment.
Supports adaptive reuse, redevelopment, and other complex urban development projects while maintaining high standards for safety, sustainability, and quality development.
Balances regulatory compliance with customer-focused service and communicates effectively with internal and external stakeholders regarding code, permitting, inspection, and development matters.
Applies strategic thinking and project management skills to support continuous improvement, organizational goals, and the City's long-term development objectives.
Performs related administrative, supervisory, and technical duties as required.