Salary: $87,936.35 - $96,729.99 Annually
Location : 400 S. Eagle Street, Naperville, IL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 3519
Department: Transportation, Engineering and Development
Opening Date: 08/28/2026
Job DescriptionThe City of Naperville seeks a Code Official to conduct comprehensive architectural and construction plan review for all types of residential and commercial buildings and structures; ensure that submitted plans are in compliance with adopted building codes and ordinances; coordinate review comments with other reviewers; and convey review comments and information regarding code requirements to the general public, developers, contractors, architects, and engineers.
The hiring range for this position is $87,936.35 - $96,729.99 per year, commensurate with credentials and experience. The Pay Grade for this position is E245. For additional information, click here. Duties- Reviews architectural plans, structural plans, and specifications associated with residential and commercial building permits.
- Ensures compliance with adopted building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, energy, and accessible (ADA) codes.
- Advises applicants of needed changes and suggests means of changing plans for compliance during plan review.
- Maintains accurate records of plan reviews and actions taken.
- Conducts field inspections of buildings and structures before, during, and after construction as needed.
- Communicates with and may attend meetings with property owners, developers, architects, engineers, and contractors to resolve permit issues through all permit phases.
- Assists the Chief Building Official in their duties as the staff liaison to the Building Review Board.
- Responds to building code and plan review inquiries and complaints as required.
- Assists the code enforcement team with building code complaints as required.
- Prepares reports, memorandums, letters, and other forms of correspondence.
- Creates and maintains handouts, drawings, and outlines explaining construction regulations.
- Recommends and drafts building and related code changes for all construction types found in the City of Naperville.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
QualificationsRequired:- Bachelor's degree in Architecture or a related field.
- Three years of progressive responsibility and experience in preparing and/or reviewing construction plans and building specifications.
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted.
- Valid State of Illinois Driver's License.
Preferred:- ICC Commercial and Residential Plans Examiner certifications.
- Or must obtain one within 18 months and the second within 36 months
- Additional ICC certifications: Electrical Plans Examiner, Mechanical Plans Examiner, Plumbing Plans Examiner, and/or Accessibility Inspector.
- Expertise in structural, mechanical, or electrical disciplines.
- Experience working in BlueBeam or a similar plan review software.
- Experience working in Tyler EPL (EnerGov) or a similar permit processing software.
Additional InformationThe City of Naperville offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund) or Fire/Police Pension Programs
- May be eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program (if requirements are met)
- Deferred Compensation Investment Plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Additional Voluntary Benefits
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Sick Time
- Paid Maternity and New Parent Leave
- Service and Recognition Awards
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