Chief Building Official

Chief Building Official
City of Marina, California
Annual Salary: $133,675.65 – $162,493.62 DOE/DOQ*
*A COLA of up to 3.5% is scheduled for July 2026.

The City of Marina, California, is seeking a solution-oriented and customer-focused Chief Building Official (CBO) to lead all operations of the Building Division within the Community Development Department. This hands-on leadership role oversees plan review, permitting, inspections, and code enforcement to ensure compliance with state and local regulations. The CBO manages three staff members and a division budget exceeding one million dollars. They play a pivotal role in supporting Marina’s continued growth, overseeing major residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects over the next decade, while upholding the City’s commitment to safety, quality, and customer service excellence. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise with strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills and works effectively with developers, contractors, and regulatory agencies to promote safe, sustainable development. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned building professional to guide a talented team, enhance operations, and make a lasting impact in a dynamic coastal community. Apply today!

View the full recruitment brochure here: https://indd.adobe.com/view/03a7a6c6-de63-4a5a-af8f-095c059f3f38

SALARY AND BENEFITS
This position will receive an annual salary of $133,675.65 – $162,493.62 DOE/DOQ*.
*A COLA of up to 3.5% is scheduled for July 2026.

The City of Marina offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees.

HOW TO APPLY: For first consideration, apply by December 15, 2025 at: https://wbcp.applicantpool.com/jobs/1261892-300215.html

View the WBCP Job Board: www.wbcpinc.com/job-board

SAVE THE DATES
Round one virtual interviews will take place on January 14, 2026. Finalists will move forward to round two in-person interviews on January 22, 2026. Selected candidates must be available for both dates.

QUESTIONS?
Please contact your recruiter, Levi Kuhlman, with any inquiries:
• levi@wbcpinc.com
• 541-664-0376 direct
• 866-929-9227 toll free