LOCAL BUILDING INSPECTOR

Position effective July 1, 2008.  Responsibilities of this full-time position include assisting the Building Inspector in enforcing the provisions of 780 Code of Massachusetts Regulations (CMR) R7; enforcing the Town’s Zoning Bylaw and any other applicable Town Bylaws; reviewing applications and inspecting building construction prior to issuing permits for new construction, alterations, or repairs.  In accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 143, Section 3, each local inspector shall have had at least 5 years experience in the supervision of building construction or design or in the alternative a 2 year Associates Degree in a field related to building construction or design, or any combination of education and experience which would confer equivalent knowledge and ability, as determined by the Board of Building Regulations and Standards (BBRS).

 

General knowledge of the accepted requirements for building construction, fire prevention, light, ventilation, safe egress; as well as a general knowledge of other equipment and materials essential for safety, comfort and convenience of occupants of a building or structure.  Each local inspector shall be certified by the BBRS in accordance with the provisions of 780 CMR R7, the Rules and Regulations for the Certification of Inspectors of Buildings, Building Commissioners and Local Inspectors. Current certification is preferred. If not currently certified as a Local Building Inspector, the successful candidate must obtain such certification within 18 months of appointment.  The ability to interpret, apply, and enforce building codes and zoning laws; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; valid MA Construction Supervisor license; valid driver’s license.  The FY09 salary range is $43,280 - $64,920. 

 

Please submit cover letter and resume to:

Human Resources Department

Town Hall

525 Washington Street

Wellesley, MA 02482

 

Or e-mail as a Word document to hr@wellesleyma.gov by May 30, 2008. 

 

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