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Deputy Building Official

Miami, FL · On-site

$101K - $157K/yr

Reports directly to the Chief Building Official. Job Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude ...

Chief Building Official

Attleboro, MA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

... Chief Building Official in Bristol County to oversee building and safety functions for one or more ... Representing the Building Division in meetings with city staff, elected officials, developers ...

Chief Building Official

Basalt, CO · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

The Opportunity The Town of Basalt is accepting applications for a Chief Building Official. This ... Builds positive, cooperative working relationships with Town leadership, staff, elected officials ...

$100 - $125/hr

The Opportunity The Town of Basalt is accepting applications for a Chief Building Official. This ... Builds positive, cooperative working relationships with Town leadership, staff, elected officials ...

Chief Building Official

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Chief Building Official (23131) Department: Planning and Development Department Organizational Unit: Building Code Compliance Position Type: Permanent Full Time/Part Time: Full Time THIS POSITION IS ...

Chief Building Official

Harlingen, TX · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

The Chief Building Official is responsible for directing the Building Inspections program to ensure that all building and construction aspects comply with construction codes and building‑regulatory ...

Deputy Building Official

Aiken, SC · On-site

$72K - $82K/yr

Description GENERAL DESCRIPTION Under general direction of the Chief Building Official, supervises and coordinates building code inspection activities and operations within the Planning and ...

$150 - $200/hr

This position acts as the Chief Building Official in their absence and provides direct support in the management of permitting, inspection, and enforcement functions. The Deputy Building Official ...

Deputy Building Official

Aiken, SC · On-site

$72K - $82K/yr

Continuous Description GENERAL DESCRIPTION Under general direction of the Chief Building Official, supervises and coordinates building code inspection activities and operations within the Planning ...

NY · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

This position acts as the Chief Building Official in their absence and provides direct support in the management of permitting, inspection, and enforcement functions. The Deputy Building Official ...

Serves as the City's Chief Building Official and supports safe, efficient, customer-focused development and redevelopment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Serves as the City's Chief Building ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief building officials in the United States is $124,409.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,000.00 and $146,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Chief Building Official - Vail, CO

Vail, CO • On-site

National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA)

$125 - $150/hr

Other

Posted 22 days ago


Job description

The Town of Vail, Colorado is seeking an experienced and collaborative Chief Building Official to lead its Building Safety & Inspection Services Division. This is an exceptional opportunity to oversee permitting, plan review, inspections, and code administration while helping preserve the architectural excellence and quality of life that make Vail one of the nation's most recognized mountain communities.

Reporting to the Director of Community Development, the Chief Building Official will provide technical leadership, supervise a team of inspectors and plans examiners, oversee implementation of future ICC code updates, and foster outstanding customer service while ensuring the highest standards of public safety.

The ideal candidate is an experienced municipal building official and collaborative leader with extensive expertise in building codes, permitting, inspections, and code administration. They possess strong leadership skills and a commitment to developing staff while fostering a positive, accountable, and customer-focused culture. This individual communicates effectively with residents, contractors, architects, engineers, elected officials, and community partners, translating complex code requirements into practical solutions. They exercise sound judgment, balance customer service with consistent enforcement of life-safety standards and thrive in a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement, public safety, and preserving Vail's distinctive mountain character.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a closely related field (or an approved equivalent combination of education and experience)
  • Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience in building code administration or a closely related field
  • Minimum four International Code Council (ICC) certifications
  • Valid Colorado Driver's License (or ability to obtain)
Preferred Qualifications
  • ICC Building Plans Examiner certification
  • ICC Building Inspector certification
  • ICC Mechanical Inspector certification
  • ICC Plumbing Inspector certification
  • Certified Building Official (CBO)
  • Extensive knowledge of construction practices, permitting systems, municipal building safety operations, and modern building codes

The salary range for this position is $86,726-$170,259 with an expected hiring range of $86,726- $141,882.50 DOE/DOQ.

Larry Gilley , Senior Vice President

larrygilley@governmentresource.com | 325-660-4208

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