Local Building Inspector

Salary: $34.53 - $40.04 Hourly
Location : Needham, MA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202100172
Department: Building
Opening Date: 11/03/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
The Town of Needham is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the full-time position ofLocal Building Inspector. Under the general direction of the Building Commissioner, provide administrative supervisory and technical work connected with the interpretation, processing, and enforcement of the State Building Code, Energy Code, and the Town Zoning By-Laws, and direct activities of the department in the absence of the Inspector of Buildings.
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Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in the administration of all applicable codes; review plans and specification for new buildings, reconstruction, alteration, repair, addition, and demolition projects to ascertain compliance with applicable codes; performs field inspections to verify that all work is being performed in accordance with the plans and all applicable codes and laws
• Act on any questions relative to the mode or manner of construction and materials to be used in the construction, alteration, repair, demolition, removal, and maintenance of all buildings and structures within the Town of Needham
• Issue all necessary notices or orders to correct illegal or unsafe conditions, to require the necessary safeguards during construction, to require adequate egress facilities in new construction and existing buildings and structures, and to ensure compliance with all code requirements for the safety, health and general welfare of the public
• Periodically inspects and certifies safe egress facilities in buildings and structures or parts thereof in accordance with the Massachusetts State Building Code, Table 110
• Performs related duties as assigned
• Follow safe work practices

Requirements
To be considered for the position, applicants must have at least:

• The candidate shall be certified as a Local Building Inspector in accordance with Section 110.R7 of the State Building Code
• Any candidate not so certified, could be hired on the condition that certification of a Local Building Inspector be obtained within 18 months of date of hire
• Five (5) years of experience in the supervision of building construction or design or a two-year associate degree in a field related to building construction or design

As a Town of Needham employee, you are offered a rewarding career-opportunity serving the Needham community, a thriving and growing town of approximately 32,000 residents and a diverse commercial tax base. The municipality has a Representative Town Meeting form of government, with a 5-member elected Select Board who appoints a Town Manger to serve as the Chief Executive Officer. Town departments include public works, police, fire, library, public health, park & recreation, aging services, youth and family services, treasury, tax collection, tax assessing, finance, IT, Human Resources and more!
The Town of Needham is a professionally run organization that is committed to creating an inclusive culture where employees can perform at the highest levels. Our employees are dedicated to their work and rely on each other as a team to ensure that Needham remains a place, where engaged and committed people want to live, work and play.
In addition to a competitive salary, the total offer will feature a comprehensive benefits package, which may include (depending on position):

• Flexible Work Options
• "Summer Hours" with early release Fridays
• Employer-paid training opportunities, such as courses for municipal finance and leadership; paid memberships to professional organizations
• Tuition Assistance and Paid Professional Development Opportunities
• Qualified Employer for the Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account with an Eligible Health Insurance Plan
• Flexible Spending Account for Health Care and Dependent Care
• Dental and Vision Coverage
• Basic and Optional Life Insurance Coverage
• Retirement Plan: Contributory Defined Benefit Pension Plan (mandatory participation)
• 457b Deferred Compensation Plan, Pre-tax or Roth (voluntary participation)
• 12.5 Paid Holidays
• Paid Personal and Vacation Leave
• Employer Paid Non-Occupational Sick Leave
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program which includes mental health, financial education, legal referrals, and much more