Development Services | Board of Appeals

City of Williston • Nd, ND

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Williston is accepting applications for one Second Alternate Member position on the Board of Appeals. The Board of Appeals consists of five (5) members and two (2) alternate members appointed by the Board of City Commissioners for three-year terms. The Board hears appeals involving the interpretation and enforcement of the City of Williston Building Code after a decision has been made by the City Building Official. As the Second Alternate Member, you may be called upon to serve when a regular member or first alternate is unavailable. When serving, alternate members have the same authority and responsibilities as regular Board members. The Board of Appeals provides an independent review of decisions made by the City Building Official regarding the interpretation and enforcement of the City of Williston Building Code. The Board may affirm, modify, or reverse those decisions in accordance with the City's building code and applicable ordinances. All meetings are open to the public, and Board decisions are supported by written findings of fact. The Board serves an important role in ensuring that the City's building code is applied consistently, fairly, and in accordance with adopted regulations.

Requirements

• Interest in serving the community.
• Ability to make fair, objective decisions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience or knowledge in construction, building trades, architecture, engineering, code enforcement, planning, or related fields is beneficial but is not required unless otherwise required by City Ordinance.

Responsibilities

• Review appeals related to the interpretation and enforcement of the City Building Code.
• Attend meetings and public hearings when called upon to serve.
• Consider testimony and evidence presented during appeal hearings.
• Apply the Building Code fairly and impartially.
• Participate in deliberations and decisions supported by written findings of fact.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed