Description

The Town of Sweden is seeking qualified candidates and is open to hiring either part-time or full-time, depending on experience and availability. This position is responsible for the administration and enforcement of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code with respect to buildings, premises, and equipment. Also responsible for planning and directing the activities of the Building Department. Responsibilities include the administration and enforcement of codes related to building and demolition, permits, and certificates of occupancy, inspection of buildings, issuance of building permits, and enforcement of State and municipal building codes. Work involves on-site investigations to verify complaints, issue warnings, take photographs and survey the surrounding properties.  Thorough knowledge of the methods, practices and materials involved in building construction; good knowledge of the New York State Building Code, Multiple Residency law, and local codes and ordinances; good knowledge of the methods, practices and procedures involved in zoning, community planning and code compliance; ability to conduct inspections of buildings under construction; ability to read blue prints; ability to explain town codes to residents; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public officials, building contractors and the general public; good judgment; attention to detail; willingness to work outdoors; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. 

Requirements

Special Requirements include: Possession of a current New York State Basic Code Enforcement Training Certificate indicating completion of the NYS Basic Code Enforcement Training Program and NYS Basic Code Enforcement Training Certificate indicating successful completion of the training requirements for Code Enforcement Officials.