Assistant Building Official

About the role

The Assistant Building Official supports the Building Official in managing the Building Inspection Division, ensuring compliance with building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and zoning codes for the City of Marion.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in supervising, planning, directing and coordinating inspection operations and code enforcement activities.
• Conduct inspections of building construction, review plans for code compliance, and enforce related ordinances.
• Coordinate with other city departments on fire code, zoning, sign ordinances and related development issues.
• Investigate complaints, maintain inspection records, and provide technical assistance to appeal boards.

Required profile

• Six years of experience in commercial building construction, construction trade, or code inspection.
• High school diploma or equivalent; must hold or obtain ICC Commercial certification and several ICC specialty certifications within specified timeframes.
• Valid Iowa driver’s license and ability to work outdoors in various conditions.

Required skills

• Knowledge of modern building code enforcement and construction principles for building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical trades.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, zoning and subdivision ordinances.
• Proficiency with computers, including word‑processing, spreadsheet and specialized building permit/inspection software.