The City of Wooster serves as the county seat of the State and the largest city in Wayne County. The community boasts an excellent school system, a vibrant downtown, three colleges, a world-class community-owned hospital, a portfolio of growing businesses serving the global economy, and a network of volunteers and organizations dedicated to helping individuals succeed.
Aside from its 600 acres of parkland, two public pools and a natatorium, a growing urban bike trail network, and a full calendar of festivals, intriguing educational events, and concerts, Wooster provides plenty for visitors and residents alike to enjoy.
Downtown shops offer artsy and eclectic goods and the region's finest meals. At the same time, the city’s North End retail district hosts national retailers, exquisite restaurants, and indoor activities ranging from mini-golf to ice skating.
Ranked as the #14 Micropolitan Area nationally by Policom, Wooster and Wayne County continues to grow. Wooster’s continued strength largely owes itself to its heavily diversified manufacturing sector, which sees continual creative adjustments.
Wooster, named one of Ohio’s Best Hometowns in 2017, continues to be one of Ohio’s most innovative and exciting communities to live, work, and visit. We are one of the few Northeast Ohio areas to have gained residents based on the 2020 census.
ORGANIZATION
The City of Wooster is a charter form of government comprised of the Mayor, three Directors, and the Wooster City Council. The Mayor supervises and controls all of the Administrative Departments, including Law, Finance, and Administration.
The Director of Administration is responsible for all City Services except those headed by the Law Director and the Finance Director.
City Council consists of eight members elected to a fouryear term to oversee the city budget, establish goals, and set policies. The President oversees the meetings with four Ward and three At-Large council members acting as the voting body.
Mission
To partner with our community to deliver services, conserve resources, protect quality of life, and plan for the future.
Core Values
Accountability
Continuous Improvement
Leadership & Management
Respect & Communication
Honesty & Integrity
Stewardship & Trust
Full Time Employees = 202
Three Unions: IAFF, OPBA, WEA
Total Unionized Employees = 152 Employees
THE POSITION Benefits Include Building Standards Manager
Medical, dental, vision, disability & life insurance on the date of hire
Vacation, sick, personal & holiday leave, including cash-out options
Employer contribution to the Ohio Public Employee’s Retirement System (OPERS)
Tuition reimbursement
Deferred Compensation Plan
Flexible Spending
The Building Standards Manager is responsible for the daily management of the Building department under the general supervision of the Director of Administration and Deputy Director of Administration The position is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the enforcement of City and State building and related codes and standards. Incumbent holds responsibility to interpret the codes and obtain compliance with their intent.
QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:
Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or closely related field is required. Experience may be substituted for formal education.
A State of Ohio Board of Building Standards certification as a Building Official is required One or more of the following State of Ohio. certifications is preferred: Master Plans Examiner, Electrical Inspector, Plumbing Inspector, Building Inspector, Mechanical Inspector, Fire Protection Inspector, etc.
A minimum of eight (8) years of related building or construction work experience is required including two (2) years of management.
The selected candidate’s wage will be dependent upon experience and qualifications. The expected hiring range is $78,854 to $113,000 annual salary.
JOB FUNCTIONS
Responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the enforcement of City and State building and related codes and standards.
Responsible for the supervision and oversight of the enforcement of adopted Property Maintenance, Planning and Zoning Code, Residential Building Code of Ohio, Ohio Building Code and other related City ordinances.
Directs, supervises, maintains schedules, trains, evaluates and develops staff of the Building Standards department.
A detailed job description and application can be found at woosteroh.com/human-resources/careers
