Building Official

City of Coolidge Human Resources Department Promoting a Drug & Alcohol-Free Workplace Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer

BUILDING OFFICIAL

Looking for a leadership role where you can make a real impact in your community? We're hiring a Building Official to help guide safe, smart, and well-managed growth across our city. The City of Coolidge has competitive salaries, affordable benefits and is an excellent choice to have a rewarding career, great retirement fund and the added benefit of being involved in and helping your community. Working at the City of Coolidge is an investment in yourself! Apply today and find out why the City of Coolidge is more than just a job. Full-Time, FLSA Exempt position

Salary:

$75,417 - $113,125 annually

Opening Date:

May 7, 2026 Recruitment #:

DS26-001

Closing Date:

Open until filled External Posting Open until

Filled Notice:

This recruitment may be closed without notice if/when a sufficient number of applications have been received, whether the first review date has been reached or not. First review will begin Friday May 15, 2026 and will occur every week as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Urban Planning or a related field, ICC Certified Building Official and (10) years building inspection and construction experience, including three (3) years supervisory experience, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Must possess a valid Arizona Driver's License. Must successfully complete a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Directs and coordinates City building inspection activities; oversees code enforcement and ensures compliance with all building/zoning codes, standards, and safety regulations. Reviews building construction plans. Evaluates building permit applications and approves building permits. Responds to public inquiries regarding building and zoning related matters. Provides information to and responds to inquiries from developers regarding building inspection processes, building/zoning codes, and other related matters. Develops effective relationships with developers to facilitate development activities. Conducts building inspections; issues notices of violation and/or stop work orders. Issues and/or revokes certificates of occupancy. Maintains departmental records including applications and fees received, permits and certificates issued, inspection reports, and notices/orders issued. Grants variances to building codes as required. Hires, trains, supervises and monitors the performance of assigned personnel. Ensures compliance with departmental policies and procedures.

APPLICATION PROCESS

To be considered, please submit an application to Human Resources online at www.coolidgeaz.com/jobs or drop off at City Hall, 130 W. Central Avenue, Coolidge, AZ 85128. Please be sure to carefully read the job announcement and city application for important information about the minimum qualifications, job responsibilities, and application instructions before you apply. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. For more questions, contact the Human Resources Department at (520) 723-6060 or visit www.coolidgeaz.com

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Medical:

Blue Cross Blue Shield

PPO HSA 100

% Employee Coverage 70%

Dependent Coverage Dental:

Blue Cross Blue Shield 100% Employee Coverage 70%

Dependent Coverage Vision:

Principal AFLAC Supplemental Policies (Hospital, Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability) Globe Life Supplemental Policies Health Care & Dependent Care FSA Telemedicine Employee Assistant Program Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance 457

Deferred Compensation Plans:

MissionSquare & Nationwide LegalShield Benefits Retirement Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) 11 Paid Holidays + 1 Paid Personal Day Vacation & Sick Leave Balances Student Loan Forgiveness Qualifying Employer

EMPLOYEE

BENEFITS