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Building Official

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CPS HR Consulting (Client Recruitments)

Orland Hills, IL (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 4 days ago (Updated 5 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/13/2026

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Job Description

The Village of Tinley Park is seeking a Building Official. The Building Official is part of the Village's Community Development department and reports directly to the Community Development Director. The Community Development team includes a staff of 17 fulltime professional and administrative staff. The team consists of 2 building inspectors, 3 code compliance officers, health and consumer protection officer, building permit coordinator, 3 building permit technicians, planning manager, senior planner, associate planner, zoning administrator, and assistant to the director. The Building Official is responsible for planning, supervising, and coordinating the Building Division's activities and operations with a staff of 10 full-time employees. The position is the authorized enforcement officer of the Building Code, which includes the location, design, materials, construction, alteration, repair, equipment, maintenance, use, occupancy, removal, and demolition of the buildings, structures, and appurtenances located in the Village of Tinley Park. The Building Official is the Acting Director in the absence of the Community Development Director. The ideal candidate will possess an outstanding work ethic, positive attitude, and be self-motivated. They will be familiar with principles, practices, and objectives of municipal government, be customer service focused, be well versed in a wide range of residential and commercial building applications, and be able to manage effectively during periods of high volume. They will be an excellent communicator, can motivate a dedicated staff, and will focus on efficient and effective management of daily operations. Ideal candidate will have minimum five years' experience performing residential and commercial plan reviews in building, accessibility, electrical, energy and mechanical aspects of building design. They must be able to work collaboratively and effectively communicate technical and non-technical information. To be considered for this exceptional career opportunity, submit your resume, cover letter, and 6 references including 2 supervisors, 2 direct reports, and 2 colleagues. These references will not be contacted until and unless the candidate advances to the finalist round. Resumes should reflect years and months of employment, beginning/ending dates, as well as the size of staff and budgets you have managed. Please go to our website to submit your application: https://www.cpshr.us/recruitment/2631 For additional information about this position please contact:
David Niemeyer Tel:
916.471.3326
E-mail:
dniemeyer@cpshr.us