ALTON, NH
“Code Official”
The Town of Alton, New Hampshire (pop. Approximately 6,100) is seeking resumes for the full-time position of Code Official. The Town is governed by a five-member Board of Selectmen with a Town Administrator. Alton is an SB2 (March) Town with an annual budget of approximately $10 million.
Responsible for administrative, inspection and enforcement duties in several capacities. The Code Official position encompasses Building Inspector, responsible for building permitting and inspection, Zoning Administrator, which includes zoning interpretation, administration, and enforcement, and Health Officer, responsible for public health.
A detailed Job Description is available at www.alton.nh.gov with additional information.
Thorough knowledge of applicable codes, ordinances, and statutes including housing, building, electrical, plumbing, and zoning; thorough knowledge of town and state public health laws, ability to read plans for compliance with building codes, ability to meet and discuss problems arising during inspections; ability to plan, install and carry out programs of departmental operations and activities including training and development, fire prevention; ability to supervise others, ability to explain and instruct the general public, employees, and other town officials in code enforcement requirements; ability to establish and maintain working relationships with contractors, property owners, and other members of the public when explaining and interpreting and enforcing statutes, rules, regulations, codes and ordinances especially under strained or adverse conditions; ability to deal effectively with town officials, employees; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in municipal building inspection; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Basic certifications from the International Code Council will be required to be obtained if not already held.
Candidates with a BS in Construction Management who don’t meet the experience requirement may be considered.
Salary range is $70,000 - $80,000 . Starting salary will be dependent on qualifications and experience. Great benefit package.
Cover letter, resume, and references may be submitted via the following methods:
- Email: jobs@alton.nh.gov
- Drop off: Selectmen’s Office, Second floor of the Town Hall, 1 Monument Square.
- Postal Mail: Ryan Heath, Town Administrator
Town of Alton
PO Box 659
Alton NH 03809
Position open until filled. EOE.