As a team member of the Building Inspection division of Weld County Planning Services, this position performs technical inspection work in administration of the Weld County Building Code and other applicable regulations. This position is the direct supervisor of Permit Technicians, Plans Examiners, Building Inspectors and support staff.

Building Official Tasks - 80%

• Review submitted drawings, plans, and specifications and take appropriate action. Discuss technical problems, ordinances, and codes with contractors, architects, and engineers or allied professionals. Provide interpretations of codes independently or after consultation with the Director of Planning Services.
• Conduct construction inspections in administration of Weld County Code. Provide technical assistance on construction inspections. Discuss field inspection problems and procedures. Answer technical questions regarding code enforcement. Assist in inspection training program.
• Study codes and technical manuals, use knowledge to recommend changes in local codes or ordinances and office procedures to the Director of Planning Services.

Miscellaneous/Other duties as required - 20%

• Department of Planning Services liaison to the Weld County Building Trades Advisory Board.
• Perform all duties as defined in the International Building Code.
• Ability to drive throughout Weld County to perform Building Inspection and supervisory job duties.
• Regular and predictable attendance during scheduled work hours.
• Work performed onsite at Department of Planning Services and throughout Weld County. May include work outside of regular business hours.
• Practice and model safe work habits.