Code Enforcement Official
Auburn, IN, US, 46706
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.
About the Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS):
The Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) leads Indiana's emergency planning and operations, first responder training, and fire and building safety. The agency hosts state-level training exercises each year and certifies thousands of first responders. IDHS also supports the state Emergency Operations Center (EOC), which leads response and coordination efforts for large-magnitude incidents.
IDHS is also designated as the State Administrative Agency for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and U. S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) grants within Indiana. These funds provide financial and technical assistance to local governments, non-profit organizations, individuals, and families to reduce the actual or potential risk of loss of life or property across Indiana.
Role Overview:
Your actions and judgments are controlled through the application of laws, rules, regulations, standards, guidelines, policies and procedures, and state codes. Employee utilizes independent judgment when determining compliance with building codes and violations; issuing orders of violation and determining the appropriate action to be taken. You will spend most of the time in the field but may request assistance from the Senior Building & Fire Inspector Staff or the Assistant Chief.
Salary Statement:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $47,320.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
- Conduct field inspections of construction activity for Class 1 structures, to determine compliance with appropriate codes laws, rules, and regulations.
- Interpret and issue inspection reports/ violations regarding various fire and building codes, standards, laws, rules, and regulations.
- Perform damage assessment inspections following natural or man-made disasters to assess affected buildings for safe entry.
- Issue appropriate inspection orders of code deficiencies, in tandem with local enforcement authority. May issue fire watches and prepare orders for closure of buildings that pose a severe threat to human life/safety.
- Enter detailed inspection results and code interpretation on a field computer into an established database management system.
- Explain and provide education on the various fire and building codes and their applicability to architects, engineers, local and fire building officials, contractors, manufacturers, property owners, and/or other staff members.
- Prepare correspondence and technical reports to explain fire and building code revisions, policies, etc. and answers general code inquiries.
- Investigate and resolve complaints or refers complaints to appropriate level.
- Keep abreast of changes in codes, standards, laws, rules, regulations, and procedures as they relate to all facets of job duties.
- Provide training and education opportunities for local fire and building official through classes and field instruction.
- Provide code related field, administrative, and policy training of new inspection staff, providing code education and specific on-the-job training.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
What You'll Need for Success:
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
- Must have a High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE).
- Have two (2) years of experience as a code official four (4) for the Indiana Department of Homeland Security.
- Must possess an International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Commercial Building Inspector and Commercial Fire Inspector.
- Working knowledge of a database systems and MS Office applications.
- Must be able to solve practical problems with tact, diplomacy, and deal with a variety of people in a variety of situations.
- Extensive knowledge of both construction and fire principles, practices, and procedures.
- Extensive ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications; possess knowledge of applicable building codes; and an ability to create accurate and concise written reports.
- Extensive ability to interpret the State’s fire and building codes, standards, laws, rules, and regulations and apply them to inspection practices similar to a Code Official 4.
- Effective communication skills to both internal and external customers.
- During weather events and other emergency situations, inspectors are required to be available to conduct Emergency Damage Assessments across the State in partnership with the Response and Recovery Division, which also may require overnights.
- Must have and retain a valid Indiana Driver's license and the ability to operate a State vehicle is required.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
- Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
- 150 hours of paid new parent leave
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.
Nearest Major Market: Fort Wayne
