The Town of Brookline seeks a Building Commissioner to lead the Town’s building operations in a dynamic, fast-paced municipal environment. This role oversees Code Enforcement/Inspectional Services, Public Buildings, and Capital Projects, which includes construction, renovation, building and zoning c...

Lead the Town’s building operations, overseeing Code Enforcement/Inspectional Services, Public Buildings, and Capital Projects. Manage building department operations, administer maintenance of Town and School buildings, collaborate on sustainability initiatives, supervise a team, review building plans for compliance, lead enforcement actions, prepare and manage the departmental budget, and coordinate activities with other Town departments.

The Town of Brookline seeks a Building Commissioner to lead the Town’s building operations in a dynamic, fast-paced municipal environment. This role oversees Code Enforcement/Inspectional Services, Public Buildings, and Capital Projects, which includes construction, renovation, building and zoning code enforcement, and facilities construction and maintenance for Town and School buildings. The Town is seeking a strong, forward-thinking leader who can evaluate and improve on the current organizational structure and operations while ensuring high standards of safety, compliance, and service delivery.

The ideal candidate will bring expert knowledge of building construction, fire prevention, accessibility, procurement, and sustainability practices. The Town is seeking a leader with strong planning and organizational skills, excellent judgment in technical and regulatory matters, and the ability to guide departmental operations within a complex municipal environment. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, manage personnel in a collaborative setting, and navigate multifaceted projects requiring coordination across multiple Town departments.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and direct Building Department operations, including building, electrical, plumbing, gas, and zoning enforcement, as well as Town construction and renovation projects.
Administer maintenance and repair of all Town and School buildings.
Collaborate closely with the Sustainability & Natural Resources Division and other departments on energy efficiency, environmental hazard mitigation, fossil-fuel-free initiatives, stormwater and water management, and sustainable materials practices.
Oversee departmental reporting to state and local stakeholders, including emissions and compliance inventories.
Supervise a team of full-time employees, managing staffing levels, assignments, scheduling, hiring, performance evaluations, and personnel records.
Review and approve building plans for compliance with the Massachusetts State Building Code, local zoning bylaws, accessibility regulations, the ADA, and related statutes.
Lead enforcement actions, including investigations, cease-and-desist orders, and coordination with Town Counsel.
Serve as Secretary to the Building Commission and assist in oversight of building activities across the Town.
Prepare and manage the departmental budget; present and defend budgets before Town boards and Town Meeting; authorize expenditures and oversee payroll and billing.
Ensure accurate maintenance of departmental records and computerized systems; regularly evaluate electronic records management and permitting processes to reduce barriers to access.
Coordinate activities with Town departments, including Fire, Public Works, Schools, Assessors, and the Zoning Board of Appeals.
Perform related duties as required.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in building construction or design, or ten years of experience in building construction or design supervision, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Demonstrated supervisory experience, including responsibility for administrative operations and financial oversight, is highly desirable. Candidates must be able to read and interpret complex plans, enforce regulations impartially, prepare budgets and reports, communicate effectively, and maintain strong working relationships with applicants, contractors, and Town staff

Required Licenses and Certifications

Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License (Unrestricted)
State Certification as Inspector of Buildings or Building Commissioner
Massachusetts Certified Public Purchasing Official (MCPPO)
Valid Massachusetts Driver’s License

Salary Range and Benefits

Starting annual salary range: $165,756 – $173,327 depending on experience. The Town offers an excellent benefits package, including participation in the state sponsored defined benefit pension plan, strong health insurance coverage and a 457 deferred compensation plan as well as generous paid vacation leave, sick leave, and holidays; and access to professional development opportunities.

HOW TO APPLY:

The position is open until filled. Qualified candidates may apply in confidence. For immediate consideration, candidates should apply with their cover letter and résumé.

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Demonstrated supervisory experience, including responsibility for administrative operations and financial oversight

Bachelor’s degree in building construction or design, or ten years of experience in building construction or design supervision, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License (Unrestricted)

State Certification as Inspector of Buildings or Building Commissioner

Massachusetts Certified Public Purchasing Official (MCPPO)

Valid Massachusetts Driver’s License

Building Construction

Code Enforcement

Project Management

Sustainability Practices

Communication

Leadership

Budget Management

Team Management

Building Commissioner

The Town of Brookline seeks a Building Commissioner to lead the Town�s building operations in a dynamic, fast-paced municipal environment. This role oversees Code Enforcement/Inspectional Services, Public Buildings, and Capital Projects, which includes construction, renovation, building and zoning c...

Lead the Town's building operations, overseeing Code Enforcement/Inspectional Services, Public Buildings, and Capital Projects. Manage building department operations, administer maintenance of Town and School buildings, collaborate on sustainability initiatives, supervise staff, review building plans for compliance, and prepare departmental budgets.

<div class="jobDesc">The Town of Brookline seeks a Building Commissioner to lead the Town�s building operations in a dynamic, fast-paced municipal environment. This role oversees Code Enforcement/Inspectional Services, Public Buildings, and Capital Projects, which includes construction, renovation, building and zoning code enforcement, and facilities construction and maintenance for Town and School buildings. The Town is seeking a strong, forward-thinking leader who can evaluate and improve on the current organizational structure and operations while ensuring high standards of safety, compliance, and service delivery.
The ideal candidate will bring expert knowledge of building construction, fire prevention, accessibility, procurement, and sustainability practices. The Town is seeking a leader with strong planning and organizational skills, excellent judgment in technical and regulatory matters, and the ability to guide departmental operations within a complex municipal environment. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, manage personnel in a collaborative setting, and navigate multifaceted projects requiring coordination across multiple Town departments.
Key Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Manage and direct Building Department operations, including building, electrical, plumbing, gas, and zoning enforcement, as well as Town construction and renovation projects.</li>
<li>Administer maintenance and repair of all Town and School buildings.</li>
<li>Collaborate closely with the Sustainability &amp; Natural Resources Division and other departments on energy efficiency, environmental hazard mitigation, fossil-fuel-free initiatives, stormwater and water management, and sustainable materials practices.</li>
<li>Oversee departmental reporting to state and local stakeholders, including emissions and compliance inventories.</li>
<li>Supervise a team of full-time employees, managing staffing levels, assignments, scheduling, hiring, performance evaluations, and personnel records.</li>
<li>Review and approve building plans for compliance with the Massachusetts State Building Code, local zoning bylaws, accessibility regulations, the ADA, and related statutes.</li>
<li>Lead enforcement actions, including investigations, cease-and-desist orders, and coordination with Town Counsel.</li>
<li>Serve as Secretary to the Building Commission and assist in oversight of building activities across the Town.</li>
<li>Prepare and manage the departmental budget; present and defend budgets before Town boards and Town Meeting; authorize expenditures and oversee payroll and billing.</li>
<li>Ensure accurate maintenance of departmental records and computerized systems; regularly evaluate electronic records management and permitting processes to reduce barriers to access</li>
<li>Coordinate activities with Town departments, including Fire, Public Works, Schools, Assessors, and the Zoning Board of Appeals.</li>
<li>Perform related duties as required.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications 
Bachelor�s degree in building construction or design, or ten years of experience in building construction or design supervision, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Demonstrated supervisory experience, including responsibility for administrative operations and financial oversight, is highly desirable. Candidates must be able to read and interpret complex plans, enforce regulations impartially, prepare budgets and reports, communicate effectively, and maintain strong working relationships with applicants, contractors, and Town staff
Required Licenses and Certifications
<ul>
<li>Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License (Unrestricted)</li>
<li>State Certification as Inspector of Buildings or Building Commissioner</li>
<li>Massachusetts Certified Public Purchasing Official (MCPPO)</li>
<li>Valid Massachusetts Driver�s License</li>
</ul>
Salary Range and Benefits
Starting annual salary range: $165,756 � $173,327 depending on experience. The Town offers an excellent benefits package, including participation in the state sponsored defined benefit pension plan, strong health insurance coverage and a 457 deferred compensation plan as well as generous paid vacation leave, sick leave, and holidays; and access to professional development opportunities.
HOW TO APPLY:
The position is open until filled. Qualified candidates may apply in confidence. For immediate consideration, candidates should apply with their cover letter and r�sum�.
</div>

Brookline

Experience in energy efficiency and environmental hazard mitigation

Ability to read and interpret complex plans

Strong working relationships with applicants, contractors, and Town staff

Bachelor's degree in building construction or design, or ten years of experience in building construction or design supervision, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Demonstrated supervisory experience, including responsibility for administrative operations and financial oversight.

Personnel Management

Regulatory Compliance

Collaboration

Basic Function: This Position is responsible for the planning, organizing and supervision of inspection work to enforce the provisions of the state building code and Chapter 22, Section 13A to ensure compliance with life safety, structural, light, ventilation, and other pertinent local bylaws; overs...

Responsible for planning, organizing, and supervising inspection work to enforce the state building code and local bylaws. Oversees the issuance of permits, conducts inspections, and ensures compliance with safety and structural regulations. Serves as the Zoning Enforcement Officer, responds to emergencies, and assists the public with inquiries regarding building regulations.

<div class="prose prose-neutral dark:prose-invert max-w-none"><div>Basic Function: This Position is responsible for the planning, organizing and supervision of inspection work to enforce the provisions of the state building code and Chapter 22, Section 13A to ensure compliance with life safety, structural, light, ventilation, and other pertinent local bylaws; oversees the issuance of required permits applicable to building construction; reviews plan for zoning compliance. Administrative, technical and inspection work related to the enforcement and interpretation of the Massachusetts Building Code, local zoning ordinance and other applicable codes relating to building construction and design, all other related work, as required. This position requires regular travel throughout the Town to conduct inspections, investigations, and enforcement activities; a Town-owned vehicle is provided for official job-related use.</div><div> </div><div>Responsibilities:</div><ul><li>Oversees Building Department staff and operations.</li><li>Performs Building Inspections, zoning enforcements and applicable investigations. Inspects buildings, alterations to buildings under construction and upon completion to monitor compliance with the Massachusetts Building Code, local zoning ordinance, and other pertinent state and local regulations; inspects safety conditions of existing buildings. </li><li>Serves as the Zoning Enforcement Officer; enforces Building codes, investigates complaints to ensure compliance with bylaws and building codes; responsible for enforcing the Massachusetts Building Code, zoning ordinances, flood plain regulations, and earth removal ordinance; enforces the requirements of special permits issued by the Zoning Board of Appeals or the Planning Board, and other applicable statutes, rules, and regulations. </li><li>Responds to emergencies concerning buildings and natural disasters; on call 24/7.</li><li>Enforces occupant loads in commercial buildings. </li><li>Conducts annual inspections for commercial businesses. </li><li>Assists with inquiries from General Public, Town Departments, Fire and Police Departments.</li><li>Reviews plans for building construction or alteration for compliance with state codes, access regulations, local zoning ordinances and other applicable regulations. Reviews all building, electric, plumbing and gas and other relevant permit applications, special permits, and their proposed use for compliance with life safety, structural, light, ventilation, and all other local and state regulations. Reviews project plans for conformance to 780 CMR and zoning codes.</li><li>Conducts Life Safety for all residential and commercial buildings.</li><li>Responds to inquiries from property owners, banks, real estate firms, and the public to explain and interpret regulations and ordinance provisions; explains procedures and assists with completion of forms and applications; discusses construction methods and materials with builders, architects, engineers, and developers to ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations. </li><li>Maintains posted office hours adequate to serve the needs of the public. </li><li>Performs administrative functions; issues building permits; coordinates inspections and appointments; responds to telephone and written requests for information. </li><li>Maintains a daily log of inspections, applications issued, permits granted, approvals, and fees collected; provides monthly activity reports to the Town Administrator; attends meetings and hearings.</li><li>Collects signs not allowed or permitted on Town property.</li><li>Prepares annual departmental budget request, monitors spending. </li><li>Performs other related job duties as required.</li></ul><div> </div><div>Education &amp; Experience:</div><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in building construction, design, or related field.</li><li>3 to 5 years of related experience.</li><li>Valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.</li><li>Mass State Building Commissioner Certification (Required).</li><li>MA Construction Supervisors License (unrestricted) (Required).</li></ul><div> </div><div>Beneficial: Municipal experience preferred. </div></div>

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Municipal experience preferred

Bachelor’s degree in building construction, design, or related field

3 to 5 years of related experience

Valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator’s License

Mass State Building Commissioner Certification

MA Construction Supervisors License (unrestricted)

Building Code Enforcement

Zoning Compliance

Inspection Techniques

Permit Issuance

Emergency Response


CITY OF ELKHART – JOB DESCRIPTION

DEPARTMENT: Building and Code Enforcement
POSITION: Building Commissioner
STATUS : Full-time
CATEGORY : Salary, Up to $94,100
FLSA : Exempt
REPORTS TO : Chief of Staff


JOB SUMMARY
The Commissioner of Buildings oversees building and code compliance within the Cit...

The Building Commissioner oversees building and code compliance, manages the Permit Center, and supervises inspectors. Responsibilities include enforcing building laws, ensuring compliance with construction standards, leading the Building and Code Compliance Department, and preparing departmental budgets.

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<div>CITY OF ELKHART – JOB DESCRIPTION 
 
DEPARTMENT: Building and Code Enforcement 
POSITION: Building Commissioner 
STATUS : Full-time 
CATEGORY : Salary, Up to $94,100 
FLSA : Exempt 
REPORTS TO : Chief of Staff 
 
 
JOB SUMMARY 
The Commissioner of Buildings oversees building and code compliance within the City, performing such duties according to the International Codes adopted by the State of Indiana and the Elkhart City Council. The Building Commissioner will also oversee the Permit Center as well as the Building, Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical Inspectors.   
 
 
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</div>
<ul>
<li>Oversee the city's Rental Registration and Inspection Program and ensure all rental inspections are completed on schedule.</li>
<li>Oversee the city's four neighborhood code officers, including proactive enforcement and reactive complaint response</li>
<li>The Building Commissioner is authorized to administer and enforce the provisions of the adopted codes of building laws, and orders issued under I.C.22-13-2-11 and I.C. 22-12-7.</li>
<li>The Building Commissioner is committed to ensuring that all building construction occurring within the City meets local, state and federal construction standards for the health and safety of the citizens of Elkhart as applicable within City limits.</li>
<li>The Building Commissioner’s charge is to administer and enforce the regulations governing the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, demolition and use of all structures in the Elkhart City Limits.</li>
<li>Provide leadership to staff of the Building and Code Compliance Department.</li>
<li>Prepare and oversee the use of the departmental budget.</li>
<li>Research, understand, and maintain an up-to-date working knowledge of local, state and federal codes and statues pertaining to Building Inspection (interior and exterior) rules, regulations and ordinances.</li>
<li>Responsible for the enforcement of Indiana Code 36-7-9 Chapter 9 of the Unsafe Building Law, including but not limited to emergency action, Order To Take Action Hearings, compliance agreements, and maintaining financial records.</li>
<li>Present information to the public and attend public meetings.</li>
<li>Perform other duties as needed or requested by the Mayor or Chief of Staff.</li>
</ul>
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OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</div>
<ul>
<li>Supervises all day-to-day building inspection activities to ensure that the public health and safety is protected.</li>
<li>Researches, understands, and maintains an up-to-date working knowledge of local, state and federal codes and statues pertaining to Building Inspection (interior and exterior) rules, regulations and ordinances. Researches building code standards and, as necessary, prepare and submit recommendations for new standards or amendments to the Indiana Association of Building Officials. </li>
<li>Prepares accurate and timely reports on inspection activity and statistics for Director.</li>
</ul>
<div> 
 
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE</div>
<div>No person shall be appointed Commissioner of Buildings unless he has:</div>
<ul>
<li>at least ten (10) years of practical experience in the design and construction of buildings, or</li>
<li>has at least five (5) years practical experience in the design and construction of buildings and is a graduate engineer from an accredited college, or</li>
<li>has at least five (5) years progressively responsible administrative or management experience in construction, inspection, code enforcement or related field.</li>
</ul>
<div> 
 
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS,  AND ABILITIES</div>
<ul>
<li>Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.</li>
<li>Knowledge of Codes regarding building construction, Property Maintenance, Unsafe Building Laws, Zoning and Code Enforcement</li>
<li>Sufficient knowledge of accounting procedures to supervise the implementation and maintenance of financial budget.</li>
<li>Ability to assign and direct the activities of subordinates.</li>
<li>Ability to use Microsoft Office, Excel, Access and financial software.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently</li>
<li>Ability to represent the Office in hearings and trials pertaining to Building and Property Maintenance Codes.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with the general public and fellow employees.</li>
</ul>
<div> 
 
 
PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND VISUAL SKILLS</div>
<ul>
<li>Capable of traveling to construction sites (requires a valid Indiana driver’s license).</li>
<li>Ability to walk, stand, climb stairs and ladders, stoop, crouch, and bend in order to conduct building and site inspections.</li>
<li>Knowledge of Building Codes to solve problems on site.</li>
</ul>
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WORKING CONDITIONS 
Work is divided between office and construction sites. Inspections are performed inside and outside in all weather and building conditions, including cold, dampness, dirt, noise, odors, and exposure to hazards conditions. 
 
 
 
POST OFFER TESTING REQUIREMENTS</div>
<ul>
<li>The City of Elkhart is a Drug Free Workplace.  Therefore, successfully passing a post offer drug screen is required (random drug testing may be conducted after employment).</li>
<li>Background checks producing acceptable BMV and criminal history reports required.</li>
<li> </li>
</ul>
<div> 
POLICY STATEMENT</div>
<ul>
<li>The incumbent is required to possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities, and the physical, mental, and visual skills described in this job description to perform the principal duties, responsibilities and essential job functions.</li>
<li>This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent.  Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job and other duties and responsibilities include those that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job.</li>
<li>This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position.  Employee holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by the Mayor.  All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.</li>
</ul>
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Elkhart

Knowledge of Indiana Code 36-7-9 Chapter 9 of the Unsafe Building Law

Experience in preparing and submitting recommendations for new standards or amendments to the Indiana Association of Building Officials

At least ten (10) years of practical experience in the design and construction of buildings

At least five (5) years practical experience in the design and construction of buildings and is a graduate engineer from an accredited college

At least five (5) years progressively responsible administrative or management experience in construction, inspection, code enforcement or related field

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