Building Commissioner

Job Description

The town of Hatfield (pop. ~3,300) seeks an experienced Building Commissioner/Zoning Enforcement Officer (19 hrs/week), appointed by and reporting to the Select Board.

Responsibilities include administering and enforcing the Massachusetts State Building Code (780 CMR), MGL Chapter 40A, and Town Zoning By-Laws; investigating zoning violations; plan review; permitting; field inspections; budget preparation; and technical support to the ZBA, Planning Board, and Select Board.

Required qualifications:

• Massachusetts Building Commissioner/Inspector of Buildings Certification (BBRS)
• Unrestricted Construction Supervisor’s License (CSL)
• Valid Class D Massachusetts driver’s license
• Minimum five years’ experience in building construction supervision, inspection, or code enforcement

A bachelor’s degree in a related field is desirable; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Compensation: ~$45,000, DOQ.

Submit cover letter and resume to Town Administrator Andrew Levine at [email protected]. Open until filled. Full job description at townofhatfield.org/employment.