The Town of Bloomfield's Building Official is reinvesting in the Building Department and looking to fill the vacancy for Deputy Building Official. The Town understands the importance of the office and is motivated to hire experienced and knowledgeable staff. This full-time benefited position includes - High Deductible Health Plan, Life and AD&D Insurance, Long Term Disability Plan and Defined Contribution Plan (401a). We offer 12 paid holidays, 15 sick days per year, pro-rated personal days, and vacation.

Pursuant to UPSEU Collective Bargaining Unit the starting hiring rate is
$48.38 hourly / $88,052.00 annually (35 hours weekly)
This position has a 6-step hourly salary range ($48.38 to $60.47)

The Deputy Building Official position ensures the safe construction and occupancy of structures and protects investments in real property, confirming that structures meet or exceed building code requirements and related standards. The Deputy Building Official administers the CT State Building Code and applicable ordinances, statutes, and regulations to ensure public safety, health and welfare and minimize hazardous incidences in or near occupied buildings and structures. The position enforces municipal ordinances to ensure safe, clean, and habitable housing. This position acts as liaison to the Health Department and other departments in accordance with the housing and property maintenance codes. The Deputy Building Official under the direction of the Building Official, is responsible to help plan, organize, implement, and supervise a comprehensive building inspection program within the Building and Land Use Department and is responsible for maintaining and improving upon the efficiency and effectiveness of all areas under his/her direction and control.

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and have four (4) years of experience in supervising the construction or design of buildings or any equivalent combination of education, training and work experience to meet state certification requirements. Must be a licensed State of Connecticut Certified Building Official and have a valid CT Driver's License.

All appointments and promotions shall be made according to merit and fitness for performing the functions of the position, including factors such as education, experience, aptitude, knowledge, character, ethics, or other qualifications that would determine the best candidate for the position. Examinations may include written, oral, physical, or performance tests or any combination of the various types of examinations. Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results on a background check, pre-employment physical, drug screening and verification of information on the employment application.

To apply visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/bloomfieldct or applications are available in the Human Resources Department located in Town Hall at 800 Bloomfield Avenue. Applications must include a resume. Applications accepted until sufficient applications are received. Town of Bloomfield is an affirmative action/equal employment opportunity employer. Minorities, women & persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Persons with a disability who may need this information in an alternative format or who may need accommodations during the testing procedure should contact HR Department at 860-769-3544 or at rmatias@loomfieldct.org.