City of Brooklyn Employment Opening Notice
Building Commissioner
The City of Brooklyn invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Building Commissioner. The position
is in the unclassified service of the City and serves at the pleasure of the Mayor. Interested applicants can obtain
employment applications on the City of Brooklyn’s website. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and
resume with education, detailed job experience and accomplishments of the candidate. Electronic submissions are
encouraged.
General Description of Duties: Under the administrative direction of the Mayor (as detailed in the City’s
Organizational Chart), oversees the day to day operations of the Building Department; supervises the operations and
personnel of the Building Department; receives and responds to complaints or inquiries; conducts inspections of
commercial and residential construction projects; enforces zoning code; etc. Provides leadership and direction to the
organization and interprets the goals and policies of the City.
Minimum Qualifications for Positions: Completion of secondary education or equivalent; two (2) to four (4)
years of related experience as a Building Inspector; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and
training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Licenses Required for Positions: Building Official Certification; Building Inspector Certification; Residential
Building Official; Residential Plans Examiner; Residential Building Inspector; Plumbing Inspector License and must
possess a valid Ohio driver’s license and must be able to qualify for and remain insurable under the City’s vehicle
insurance policy.
Salary Range per Ordinance 2021-35 ($70,000 – $100,000)
Resumes must be submitted via email or to the address below and will be accepted until the position is filled. The
City of Brooklyn is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Mayor’s Office – City of Brooklyn
7619 Memphis Avenue
Brooklyn, Ohio 44144
kagallagher@brooklynohio.gov