Code & Fire Official

Code & Fire Official

Lower Gwynedd Township, Montgomery County, PA seeks a qualified individual to fill the Code & Fire Official position. This is a new position with long-term growth potential that will assist knowledgeable Township contractors. It is a great opportunity for someone who likes to learn, enjoys working with people, and wants to contribute to public safety. The Code & Fire Official is a technical public safety officer position that assists with administering various zoning, building, fire, and property maintenance codes within Lower Gwynedd. This position involves enforcement and emergency response matters that require tact and judgment. Code enforcement responsibilities include the administration and enforcement of the Zoning Code, Property Maintenance Code, and other Township ordinances. An employee in this position performs various types of inspections to ensure compliance with fire and other Township codes in new and existing buildings and properties within the Township, addresses property maintenance matters, and issues notices, violations, and citations as needed. The Code & Fire Official will document all code and fire related incidents, input and review records, and investigate and address problems or issues that are reported to the Township. This official will also meet and discuss violations with individuals and provide the necessary follow-up to resolve the issue. This individual will assist the public with their questions or concerns pertaining to code requirements within the Township. The Code & Fire Official will also assist the Fire Marshal with project plan review, life safety inspections, and provide public safety support as assigned by management. The desired applicant will have a degree from an accredited four-year college or university. A minimum of five (5) years of code enforcement and fire/emergency management service experience. Fire prevention/inspection training from accredited fire training facilities is also required. Other required or desired certifications are listed in the full job description. A valid Pennsylvania driver’s license Class-C is required. Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered. The salary range for this position is $55-$65K dependent upon qualifications.

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