Assistant Building Official

Salary : $134,081.00 Annually
Location : Davie, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-101
Department: Building
Opening Date: 08/25/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Hours of Work: Monday - Thursday 7:00am - 5:30pm


Description
Under limited supervision of the Building Official, this position performs highly responsible administrative, supervisory and technical work dealing with customer services. The employee is also responsible for assisting the Building Official in the supervision and managing of personnel within the Building Division. Acts as the Building Official in the absence of the Building Official. Reports to the Building Official.

Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• Graduation from an accredited High School or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) years of Supervisory or Management Experience.
• Certified by BCAIB as a Building Code Administrator.
• Certified by BORA within one of the following qualifications ( BORA Code Section 104.1.3.1):
  • ( BORA Code Section 104.1.3.1.1) A Florida Registered Architect or Florida licensed Professional Engineer having practiced for at least seven (7) years, a minimum of five (5) years shall have been within the jurisdiction of the HVHZ OR
  • ( BORA Code Section 104.1.3.1.2) Ten (10) years combined experience as a General Contractor, Chief Inspector, Standard Plans Examiner or Standard Inspector appointed by an AHJ or school board within the State of Florida. A minimum of five (5) years shall have been within the jurisdiction of the HVHZ.
• At least two (2) years' experience appointed to position of Chief Inspector, Standard Plans Examiner or Standard Inspector by an AHJ or school board within the State of Florida.
• Current Certificate of Competency or a Professional Engineer license or Architect registration issued by at least one (1) of the following entities:
  • Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board as a General Contractor, Mechanical Contractor, or Plumbing Contractor
  • Florida Electrical Contractors Licensing Board as an Electrical Contractor
  • Broward County Central Examining Board of Building Construction Trades (As Class "A" Unlimited GC)
  • Broward County Central Examining Board of Electricians as a Master Electrician and/ or Electrical Contractor
  • Broward County Central Examining Board of Mechanical Contractors and Specialty Mechanical Contractors as a Mechanical Contractor or Class A Air Conditioning Contractor
  • Broward County Central Examining Board of Plumbers as a Master Plumber
  • Miami-Dade County Construction Trades Qualifying Board (For any of the above-referenced disciplines)
  • Florida Board of Architecture and Interior Design
  • Florida Board of Professional Engineers
• Possess or be able to obtain certification as an Assistant Building Official by BORA within ninety (90) days of hire or be able to obtain one by the date of hire.
• Possess or be able to obtain certification as a Chief Structural Inspector by BORA within ninety (90) days of hire.
• Possession of a valid Florida driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Please Note:

• Required certifications must be kept current to continue employment in this classification.
• (BORA Code Section 104.1.3.4) An applicant for Certification as Building Official or Assistant Building Official under the provisions of this section may only substitute two (2) years HVHZ experience with two (2) years of statewide experience by passing the BORA HVHZ exam.
• (BORA Code Section 104.1.3.5) An applicant for Certification as a Building Official or Assistant Building Official under the provisions of this section who is a graduate from an accredited school holding a Bachelor or Associate of Science Degree in Engineering, Architecture or Building Construction from an accredited school may be credited for a maximum of two (2) years for Bachelor's Degree or a maximum of one (1) year for an Associate's Degree towards the combined experience requirements. This credit is not acceptable towards the requirements under section 104.1.3.1.1.

All applicable certifications must be attached to your application. Incomplete submissions may not be considered.
Essential Functions


Oversees customer service to ensure that all services are conducted efficiently and effectively. Assist customers with complex development issues and conducts investigations and inquiries into customer service-related incidents.
Assist in the oversight of Building Division personnel through direct or delegated supervision of Structural, Plumbing, Electrical, and Mechanical programs, ensuring adherence to established laws, regulations, policies, procedures and standards; assists and advises subordinates, as necessary, resolving problems as non-routine situations arise; reviews, develops and implements policy and procedures, as necessary, to improve Division efficiency; reviews various reports, including activity logs, and approves actions or makes recommendations as to procedure.

Conducts field audits of inspection quality.

Makes recommendations to the Building Official for routine personnel matters affecting subordinates, including interviewing applicant, hiring, assigning, scheduling, promoting, disciplining, terminating, etc., preparing and submitting various reports and records as required by Town management; ensures subordinates receive training as required by assignments and designated career paths.

Enforces Florida Building Code and related federal, state, county and/or Town ordinances and regulations governing minimum standards and requirements for construction, alterations, repairs and materials used; interprets building code and related ordinances and regulations for architects, engineers, building owners and contractors; implements and oversees compliance with the 40 Year Building Safety Inspection Program.

Assists the Building Official in development of annual budget proposals, providing Building Division revenue and expenditure projections; assists in administrative oversight of expenditures, including approving division expenditures.

Represents Town in legal actions as expert witness for building code interpretation; prepares or delegates preparation of legal action in cases of building code violations for Unsafe Structure Board, Code Enforcement Board or designee, and courts; prepares and presents cases as prosecutor before Unsafe Structure Board in accordance with provisions of the South Florida Building Code.

Receives and investigates complaints pertaining to conduct of Division personnel, programs, procedures, etc., interviewing various parties and reviewing available reports, and preparing verbal and/or written responses and recommendations, as appropriate; receives and responds to praise for Division personnel, activities, programs, etc., ensuring appropriate recognition of parties involved.

Attends meetings and/or public gatherings as representative of the Building Division to cultivate favorable public relations and/or to explain activities and functions of Division.

Performs necessary research and compiles data for special projects and reports, as necessary or as assigned, ensuring completion by specified deadlines and in accordance with defined goals and objectives; monitors ordinances and standards for continuity and applicability to current construction and/or industry conditions.
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs other related work as required.
PLEASE READ THE BELOW IMPORTANT INFORMATION

APPLICATION ASSISTANCE/INFORMATION:

• Licenses/Certifications : If a positon requires a license and/or certification, it is the responsibility of the candidate to obtain and maintain them as a condition and continuation of employment.
• Foreign Credentials (Degrees, Diplomas and/or Transcripts : Original credential evaluation reports showing the United States equivalency for academic credentials earned in other countries must be provided. Click the following link for a list of credentialed agencies:
• Status Updates/Communication: please ensure your email address is valid and you continuously check this account for any status updates from the Department.
• Incomplete fields : all fields must be completed, putting "see resume" on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Required documentation : copies of any certifications, licenses or competencies from an accredited institution must be submitted with your application by closing date of posting unless otherwise stated.
• Military personnel records : to request your completed military personnel record, go to archives.gov
• E-Verify : Candidates will be required to verify employment by submitting acceptable documents as evidence of identity and employment authorization.
• Assistance with online application : for assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at View phone number on click.appcast.io or Email: View email address on click.appcast.io. Applicant Support is available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
• Additional assistance : for other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

REGULATIONS/ACCOMMODATIONS

• EEO Policy : it is the policy of the Town to prohibit discrimination in hiring, promotion, compensation, discharge, and all terms and conditions of employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, gender identity(inclusive of a person's actual or perceived sex, and includes self-image, appearance behavior or expression, whether or not different from that traditionally associated with legal sex assigned to the person at birth), marital status, military status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation, or retaliation for reporting same.
• Tobacco Policy : the Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.
• Reasonable Accommodations : applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during the job application process may contact the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io.
• E-Verify : the Town of Davie participates in E-Verify. Federal Law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify, please contact View phone number on click.appcast.io.
• Veterans' Preference : the Town of Davie will grant Veterans' Preference to eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States in compliance with applicable federal and state laws concerning Veterans' Preference. Eligible applicants must submit a DD-214 Member 4 form and
• Essential Employees : Employees may be required to work during emergency events/situations as determined by supervisor.

The Town of Davie offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life, and long term disability insurance.

For a more detailed overview of our benefits package,
01


Have you previously submitted an application for employment with the Town of Davie?

• Yes
• No

02


Please indicate which is the highest level of education you have completed.

• High School or GED
• Associates Degree or Equivalent
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or Above

03


Do you possess two (2) years of Supervisory or Management Experience?

• Yes
• No

04


Are you certified by BCAIB as a Building Code Administrator? ( Please attach all applicable certifications )

• Yes
• No

05


Are you a Florida Registered Architect or a Florida licensed Professional Engineer with at least seven (7) years of practice, including a minimum of five (5) years within the High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) jurisdiction? ( Please attach all relevant certifications)

• Yes
• No

06


Do you possess ten (10) years combined experience as a General Contractor, Chief Inspector, Standard Plans Examiner or Standard Inspector appointed by an AHJ or school board within the State of Florida. A minimum of five (5) years shall have been within the jurisdiction of the HVHZ. ( Please attach all relevant certifications)

• Yes
• No

07


Do you possess at least two (2) years of experience as an appointed Chief Inspector, Standard Plans Examiner, or Standard Inspector by an Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) or school board within the State of Florida?
08


Do you possess a current Certificate of Competency, or a Professional Engineer license or Architect registration issued by at least one (I) of the following entities:

• Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board as a General Contractor, Mechanical Contractor or Plumbing Contractor
• Florida Electrical Contractors Licensing Board as an Electrical Contractor
• Broward County Central Examining Board of Building Construction Trades (As Class "A" Unlimited GC)
• Broward County Central Examining Board of Electricians as a Master Electrician and/ or Electrical Contractor
• Broward County Central Examining Board of Mechanical Contractors and Specialty Mechanical Contractors as a Mechanical Contractor or Class A Air Conditioning Contractor
• Broward County Central Examining Board of Plumbers as a Master Plumber
• Miami-Dade County Construction Trades Qualifying Board
• Florida Board of Architecture and Interior Design
• Florida Board of Professional Engineers

09


Do you currently hold, or are you able to obtain, certification as an Assistant Building Official by BORA by your date of hire or within ninety (90) days of employment?
10


Do you currently possess, or are you able to obtain, a Chief Structural Inspector certification from BORA within ninety (90) days of hire?
11


Do you currently possess a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

12


Have you had a suspended and/or revoked driver's license within the past sixty (60) months (not insurance related)?

• Yes
• No

13


Have you used any tobacco products within the past six (6) months including nicotine and E-Cigarettes?

• Yes
• No

14


If you selected "Yes" to the question above please list the last date you used tobacco products.
Required Question