Chief Building Official - Community Development (0426)

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Flagstaff, AZ
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Job Number: 0804690
Department: Community Development
Opening Date: 04/15/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Nature of Work
The Building Division of Community Development consists of the Chief Building Official, Permit Technicians, Plans Examiners, and Building Inspectors. The mission of the Building Division is to work to safeguard public health, safety, and welfare working to improve the quality of life with strong, affordable, energy efficient buildings to create a safer community for the people of Coconino County.
Under general supervision performs professional and supervisory work of considerable difficulty in the administration of construction plan review and inspections; perform related work as required.
Typical Duties
(Illustrative Only)
• Plans, coordinates and supervises the enforcement of building safety codes
• Provides leadership and supervises staff
• Performs construction plans review
• Develops policies and standards
• Communicates with applicants and interested parties regarding code compliance
• Assures consistent interpretation, implementation and enforcement of codes
• Reviews new codes
• Investigates and resolves complaints
• Represents the department in legal hearings, public meetings, and interagency workgroups
• Prepares and maintains records and reports
Essential functions include but are not limited to: driving; standing; walking; working with and around others including co-workers, customers and supervisor; dealing with interruptions; repetitive motions (hand/wrist) for computer work; vision acuity (near and far) for computer work; hearing and speech for ordinary communication; and touch (finger dexterity).
Minimum Qualifications
Five years of progressively responsible experience in building inspection and construction plan review, with two years in a supervisory capacity.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess ICC Certified Building Official Certificate.
PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:
Five years progressively responsible leadership experience working as a Chief Building Official
This position is exempt from overtime.
Note: Individuals in exempt classifications as part time employees may be classified as non-exempt per FLSA law regarding minimum weekly salary requirements.
This position is safety sensitive.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Skill in:
- Negotiation/mediation
• Ability to:
- Understand and interpret architectural and engineering plans
- Develop and implement policies and procedures
- Accurately evaluate construction plans for conformity to appropriate building codes
- Effectively apply the principles and practices of management
- Effectively negotiate with contractors, developers, owners and the public
- Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public
- Follow written and verbal instructions
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Employee Benefits
Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits
package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:
(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)

• Vacation/Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 10 Holidays Per Year
• Health Care Insurance
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Group Life Insurance
• Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
• Sick Leave Conversion Plan
• Personal Day Purchase Program
• Vacation Sell Back Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Program
• Long-Term Disability
• Arizona State Retirement System
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-going Training Opportunities
• Free bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass

Elective Coverage

• Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Tax-deferred investment program
• Accidental and Disability Insurance
• Short Term Disability

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Do you have five years of progressively responsible experience in building inspection and construction plan review, with two years in a supervisory capacity? If so, please ensure this is reflective in your application.

• Yes
• No

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Please list any certificates you have obtained throughout your career that may pertain to this position.
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Please describe your leadership style. What are the strengths of this style?
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Please describe your experience working with diverse populations within your staff, department and community.