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Assistant State Building Inspector


Job Location:

Hartford, CT - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 116650 - 159051
Posted: 16 October 2026 (8 days ago)
Application Deadline: 13 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction



POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

  • Full-Time (40 Hours per week)
  • First shifthowever must be flexible in order to meet the needs of our agency
  • Monday - Friday
  • Hybrid position with opportunity to telework
  • Location: 450 Colombus Blvd Hartford CT

WHAT WE CAN CONTINUE TO OFFER YOU

    THE ROLE
    The Assistant State Building Inspector willassist the State Building Inspector in their statutory responsibilities including but not limited to:
    • State building code development
    • Review of codemodifications
    • Preparation of formal code interpretations
    • Answering e-mail and telephone questions about building code compliance
    The position will also include management of technical staff in support of those functions and will be responsible for the following duties:
    • Support the State Building Inspector in the development and interpretation of the Connecticut State Building Code
    • Review prepare decisions for and manage building modifications
    • Contribute legislative policy and industry changes in collaboration with stakeholders
    • Assist and educate the public and building officials in the interpretation of the building codes including but not limited to public presentations advisories seminars and telephone and e-mail inquiries
    • Manage the state construction inspection and technical services teams
    Selection Plan
    In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service absent any applicable collective bargaining language and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

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    PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
    In the Department of Administrative Services this class is accountable for directing the activities of the Office of the State Building Inspector.
    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
    • Directs staff and operations of unit;
    • Coordinates plans and manages unit activities;
    • Formulates program goals and objectives;
    • Develops or assists in development of related policy;
    • Interprets and administers pertinent laws;
    • Evaluates staff;
    • Prepares or assists in preparation of unit budget;
    • Maintains contacts with individuals within and outside of division who might impact program activities;
    • Administers required inspection programs of state owned buildings;
    • Administers building codes building plan review and technical assistance programs to local building officials and design professionals;
    • Directs research of new technology and material;
    • Approves requests for modification of State Building Code;
    • Serves as Office of the State Building Inspector liaison with Codes and Standards Committee;
    • Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff including outreach interview and selection;
    • Performs related duties as required.
    KNOWLEDGE SKILL AND ABILITY
    • Considerable knowledge of
      • and ability to review complex architectural and engineering plans and specifications for large scale building projects including engineered fire and life safety protection systems and concepts;
      • relevant state and federal laws statutes and regulations;
      • relevant agency policy and procedures;
      • methods materials and equipment used in building construction including service and safety equipment;
      • engineering and architectural principals and practices pertaining to building construction;
    • Knowledge of and ability to apply management principles and practices;
    • Considerable
      • interpersonal skills;
      • oral and written communication skills;
    • Considerable ability to develop and prepare fire building and life safety codes.
    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
    Ten (10) years of general experience in building code compliance plan review and inspection of buildings five (5) years of which must have been in the inspection and review of plans and specifications for building code compliance on large scale building projects.

    NOTE: Large scale building projects are interpreted as buildings exceeding 12000 square feet in size and more than one story in height not including apartment buildings and single family residences.
    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE
    Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in a supervisory capacity responsible for the interpretation and proper application of building and related safety codes and regulations.
    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
    • College education in building design and construction engineering may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelors degree.
    • For state employees two (2) years of experience as a Construction Services Building Official Supervisor may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.
    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
    • Experience as a municipal building official.
    • Experience with the building code modification process.
    • Experience with the building code development process.
    • Experience managing a team of building officials.
    • Experience working with software solutions related to building code inspections.
    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
    • Incumbents in this class must be currently certified by the State Building Inspector as a Building Official or must successfully complete the first program offered after appointment.
    • Incumbents in this class must complete ninety (90) hours of job-related continuing education every three (3) years in accordance with Chapter 541 of the Connecticut General Statutes.
    • Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
    Incumbents in this class must maintain sufficient strength stamina and agility to effectively perform assigned duties.
    Conclusion

    AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women minorities and persons with disabilities.

    ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
    As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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