Building Official

Salary: $75,000.00 - $120,000.00 AnnuallyLocation : Altamonte Springs, FLJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 202600001Department: Building & Fire SafetyDivision: BFSDOpening Date: 02/27/2026FLSA: Exempt Position OverviewThe City of Altamonte Springs is seeking a strategic and solutions-oriented Building Official to direct building code enforcement, complex plan reviews, inspections, and regulatory compliance within the Building & Fire Safety Department.This position collaborates with developers, contractors, and City departments to support safe, compliant, and high-quality development throughout the community. Serving as a key advisor to the Director, the Building Official contributes to policy development, system enhancements, and continuous improvement in permitting, inspections, and customer service operations.The City offers a competitive executive-level compensation package that includes participation in the City's Defined Benefit Pension Plan, a $100 monthly cell phone allowance, a $290 monthly vehicle allowance, and a 3% employer contribution to the Executive Investment Plan. Position FunctionsManage the City program for compliance with enforcement of the Florida Building Code, Florida Fire Prevention Code, Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, City Land Development Code and City Code of Ordinances as they relate to new and Renovated building construction. Review and approve building plans, site plans and participate in inspection of residential, commercial and industrial occupancies for compliance with codes and standards. Oversees and interprets the application of the Florida Building Code along with reviewing alternate construction methods and materials to assist with developing code compliant solutions.Coordinate with other City department representatives to ensure plans and permits are appropriately reviewed and their regulatory interests are achieved.Conduct complex field inspections. Meet with designers, contractors and owners to assist with meeting development goals while assuring compliance with the applicable codes. Conduct training for staff and other City employees. Assist inspectors in handling of complex building/fire code and land development requirements. Manage contract inspector scheduling. Develop new policy and review current policy for change in coordination with the Fire Marshal and under the direction of the Department Director. Function as a key member in the overall development process and to communicate and effectively receive information on all matters relating to department regulations. Coordinate with the Department Director and inspection staff to ensure customer service objectives are achieved and compliance with codes and standards.Ensure compliance with ISO BCEGS standards.Participates with the state and national organizations involving professional and code development activities. Serve as Department representative for Pre-Construction meetings.Implement the culture, customer service objectives, tone, spirit/intent and management objectives under the direction of the Department Director. Perform duties of Acting Department Director in Director's absence.Monitor, develop solutions and implement improvements to the City's inspection and permitting software including internal and external customer service automations.Oversee and present building code related code enforcement cases to the City's Code Enforcement Board. Drive to and from various city locations. Perform additional duties as assigned. Be available for emergency call-outs, to include investigations and mitigation of unsafe building conditions.Complete required trainings as specified within the City Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan.In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential and may be required to perform duties outside of their normal job description. Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Management, Engineering, Architecture, Construction or related field; or an equivalent combination of related education, training and experience.Licensure by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation as a Building Code Administrator.Valid driver license. Must obtain Florida driver license within thirty (30) days of employment.Strong written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills. Proficient in Microsoft office tools. PREFERABLE QUALIFICATIONS:Certified as a Florida Fire Safety Inspector (Must obtain within twelve (12) months of employment.)Willingness to adopt AI and emerging technologies.Within 36 months obtain certificate for Floodplain Manager. Supplemental Information Applicants will be required to complete a Disclosure & Authorization Regarding Background Investigation, a Confidentiality Agreement and a criminal background screening.Driving history for the past three (3) years must reflect no violations of a driving related felony offense, or driving under the influence (DUI) which includes both drugs and alcohol, reckless driving, or hit and run involving an occupied vehicle or attended property, or an accumulation of traffic violations, plus three (3) points for each attendance at driving school (regardless of whether points were assessed against the license) where the penalty points do not exceed twelve (12).Your Service Earns Our Support. We proudly offer additional benefits to our veterans at no cost to help you access and navigate VA benefits and more. Join a team that values you and your service!The City of Altamonte Springs offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health employee coverage and basic life insurance at no cost to the employee. Employees may enroll in optional additional life package options, flex spending account, long term and short term disability coverage, dental and vision coverage, and a deferred compensation plan. There are pension plan options, depending on the position held. Employees also have access to an extensive wellness program, employee assistance program, and tuition reimbursement/education incentive program. The City of Altamonte Springs is proud to partner with Vetavize, an AI-powered platform that helps veterans navigate the VA claims process faster, easier, and with expert support-because serving those who've served is more than a promise, it's our priority. This benefit is available at no cost to eligible employeesFor more information, visit 01 Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Management, Engineering, Architecture, Construction or related field; or an equivalent combination of related education, training and experience? Yes No 02 Are you licensed by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation as a Building Code Administrator? Yes No 03 Do you have strong written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills? Yes No 04 Are you proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)? Yes No 05 Do you have a valid driver license? Must obtain State of Florida driver license within thirty (30) days of employment. Yes No 06 Are you certified as a Florida Fire Safety Inspector? (Must obtain within twelve (12) months of employment.) Yes No 07 Do you currently hold a Floodplain Manager certification? (Must obtained within 36 months of employment) Yes No 08 Do you have the willingness to adopt AI (Artificial Intelligence) and emerging technologies? Yes No 09 Are you able to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities as outlined in the job description? Yes No 10 Please take this opportunity to review your responses to the supplemental questions. Ensure that the qualifications stated above can be cross-referenced with the qualifications in your application. Experience should be relevant and within the last ten (10) years of work history. Required Question

Created: 2026-04-02