Chief Building Official

City of Novato
Novato, California United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 27, 2025
  • Salary: $143,352 USD Annually
  • Salary Top:$174,246
  • Apply By: Jul 27, 2025
  • Full Time
  • Building and Safety
  • Summary

    Novato seeks an experienced building professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, dynamic team environment.

  • Job Description

    Located between San Francisco and Sonoma wine country, spanning 28 square miles, the City of Novato (pop. 53,000) is the northernmost city in Marin County. Novato offers a rural atmosphere with an extensive amount of open space. With a team of 7 staff, the Building Division manages the review, issuance, and inspection of building permit applications.

    Novato seeks an experienced building professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, dynamic team environment. They will bring knowledge of best practices in building code applications, permitting technologies, and the ability to lead change. As a hands-on manager, they will lean in where needed to support staff to ensure critical projects are completed.

  • Job Requirements

    Competitive candidates will bring five years of increasingly responsible experience in the design, construction, and inspection of public, commercial, and residential buildings, including two years of supervisory experience. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field is highly desired. A valid ICC CBO Certification and a California Driver’s license are also required.

    Salary range is $143,352 - $174,246; salary is supplemented by a competitive benefits package. For additional information and to apply, visit www.tbcrecruiting.com. This recruitment closes Sunday, July 27, 2025.

    Suzanne Mason ● 562.631.2500
    www.tbcrecruiting.com

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  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Teri Black and Company
    • Teri Black and Company

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