Building Commissioner-Director of Building, Zoning & Facilities, Town of Norwell

Town of Norwell
Norwell
,
MA
Full-Time
May 20, 2025
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About The Job

Join our team as the Building Commissioner-Director of Building, Zoning & Facilities, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with the Massachusetts State Building Code and local zoning ordinances. We are looking for a certified Massachusetts Building Commissioner who can effectively manage administrative, supervisory, technical, and inspection duties. You will oversee building inspections, support staff, and facilities operations to maintain the safety and integrity of Town buildings. As the Town’s ADA Coordinator, you will ensure compliance with ADA standards and address public inquiries. If you are passionate about building safety and community service, we invite you to apply!

Job Responsibilities

Enforce the Massachusetts Building Code, oversee zoning ordinances, inspect buildings for compliance, review building permit applications, provide technical support to the Historical Commission, advise on zoning decisions, serve as Zoning Enforcement Officer, enforce sign regulations, respond to public inquiries, process resident complaints, issue building permits, manage inspection schedules, maintain inspection logs, prepare and submit departmental budget requests, monitor departmental spending, supervise building inspectors and support staff, direct facilities maintenance, assist with internal construction projects, coordinate ADA compliance efforts, stay updated on building code changes.

Benefits Included

Comprehensive medical coverage (BCBS) with 60% employer contribution, basic life insurance, employee assistance plan (EAP), voluntary life and dental insurance, flexible spending plans (health and dependent care), pension eligibility after 10 years with Plymouth County Retirement Association, additional retirement savings SMART plan options, generous paid time off including vacation, holidays, personal and sick days, half-day work schedule every Friday year-round.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, design, engineering, architecture, or a related field, 7-10 years of building construction and zoning enforcement experience, Massachusetts Unrestricted Construction Supervisor’s License, Certified Massachusetts Building Commissioner license, valid Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License, municipal experience, expertise as a master craftsman.

Preferred Skills

Knowledge of Massachusetts General Laws, building construction codes, zoning ordinances, office software, electronic permitting, records management, strong communication skills, problem-solving skills, organizational skills, decision-making skills, supervisory skills, interpersonal skills, familiarity with construction practices, architectural processes, ADA compliance.

Job Posting Expiration Date:
Jul 19, 2025

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Building Commissioner-Director of Building, Zoning & Facilities, Town of Norwell

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