Building Official

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Building Official to join our team at the Town of Simsbury, CT. As a key member of our Planning and Land Use Department, you will be responsible for ensuring that all building projects in the town meet the necessary codes and regulations.

• Code Enforcement: Interpret and enforce the State Building Code, as well as other applicable laws and regulations.
• Plan Review: Review and approve construction plans and specifications to ensure compliance with the State Building Code.
• Inspections: Conduct regular inspections of building sites to ensure compliance with the State Building Code and other regulations.
• Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service to builders, contractors, and the general public.
• Training and Supervision: Train and supervise departmental personnel in building department procedures.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of building permits, inspections, and other related documents.

• Education: Associate's degree in a technical field involving construction or related practices, or graduation from a vocational and technical school with five years of construction and supervisory experience.
• Experience: Five years of experience in a municipal building department, with a minimum of two years of supervisory experience.
• Licensure: Certified State of Connecticut Building Official's License.

• Health Insurance: Choice of High Deductible Health Plan or HMO.
• Dental Insurance: Comprehensive dental insurance plan.
• Vision Insurance: Vision insurance plan.
• Life Insurance: Up to 2x salary life insurance.
• Long Term Disability Insurance: Long term disability insurance plan.
• Retirement Pension Plan: Defined benefit retirement pension plan.
• 457 Retirement Savings Plan: 457 retirement savings plan.
• Vacation and Holidays: Three weeks of vacation per year, plus 12 paid holidays and 4 floating holidays/personal days.