Building Commissioner

Job overview

The Building Commissioner role is onsite in Brookline, MA, with an annual salary range of $165,756 to $173,327, depending on experience. The position leads the Town’s building operations, including code enforcement, public buildings, and capital projects. The commissioner oversees regulatory and facilities work to support safe, compliant, and effective municipal buildings and construction projects, while coordinating with Town departments and state and local stakeholders.

What you'll do

• Direct building, electrical, plumbing, gas, and zoning enforcement and Town construction projects
• oversee maintenance and repair of Town and School buildings
• review plans for code and accessibility compliance
• lead enforcement actions
• supervise staff
• manage budgets and records
• coordinate with Town departments
• and report to state and local stakeholders.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

building commissioner

town of brookline

brookline ma

municipal government

building code enforcement

inspections

capital projects

public buildings

facilities maintenance

budget management

$165,756–$173,327/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• State-sponsored defined-benefit pension plan, health insurance, 457 deferred compensation plan, paid vacation, sick leave and holidays, and professional development opportunities.

Why this role

Required credentials include an unrestricted Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License, state certification as Inspector of Buildings or Building Commissioner, and MCPPO certification.

About the employer

Town of Brookline is hiring for this role. Industry: Legislative Bodies. Sector: 92.