Building & Zoning Administrator The City of Richmond Heights is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Building & Zoning Administrator to lead the administration of building, zoning, permitting, inspection, and code enforcement activities. The Administrator will oversee departmental operations, ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances, coordinate with residents, contractors, developers, and local officials, and provide leadership to department staff. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of building codes, zoning regulations, permitting processes, and municipal operations, along with excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Qualifications:
Three to five years relevant experience in building, zoning, planning, code enforcement, or municipal administration is preferred. A related degree and applicable certifications may be required.
Education:
Bachelor's degree with coursework in engineering or building technology, or related field and extensive experience in construction, regulatory enforcement and supervision, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Requirements:
ICC Plan Reviewer and Commercial Building Inspector certificationsICC Building Official certification within one year of hire. Valid driver's license. The City of Richmond Heights is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The City of Richmond Heights is a drug and alcohol free work place. A pre-employment drug screen and background check is required for all positions. Additional pre-employment testing may be required for certain positions. It is the policy of the City of Richmond Heights not to discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, religion, sex or disability except where specific age, sex or physical requirement constitute a bona fide occupational qualification
