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SECRETARY - Bensalem Township Building and Planning Dept. is accepting applications for the position of Secretary/Permit Clerk. The Secretary/ Permit Clerk is responsible for performing a variety of routine clerical assignments such as file maintenance, cash receipting, incoming mail, copier, telephone, and assistant to management. The successful candidate shall have a high school diploma or GED and have some experience in typing, computers and general clerical work, along with construction terminology and permitting. Applications are available at the Bensalem Municipal Building, 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem PA, 19020. Applications should be submitted to Matthew K. Takita, Director of Building and Planning, and must be received by June 1, 2018. Bensalem Township is an equal opportunity employer.
CONSTRUCTION CODE OFFICIAL - BENSALEM TOWNSHIP is accepting applications for the position of Construction Code Official. The Construction Code Official is responsible for enforcing the building codes and issuing permits to ensure compliance with all Township Codes and Ordinances. The successful candidate shall have a high school diploma or GED and the following: Commonwealth of Pennsylvania certification as a Building Inspector/Plans Examiner and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania certification as a Residential Building Inspector. A minimum of three to five years’ experience in the code enforcement industry. Applications are available at the Bensalem Municipal Building, 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem, PA 19020. Applications should be submitted to Matthew K. Takita, Director of Building and Planning by June 1, 2018 with resume. Bensalem Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer
DIRECTOR OF BUILDING & PLANNING—Bensalem Township, Bucks County (population 60,000) seeks a skilled and experienced individual to manage the Building & Planning Department. The Director oversees 9 full-time employees, and outside contractors who collectively administer all zoning, building, and planning activities. The Department is very busy reviewing all zoning, building, and code enforcement applications for a widely diverse building stock in the Township, including the issuance of approximately 6,000 building permits each year. Candidates should have (a) a Bachelors Degree; (b) knowledge and at least 5 years’ experience in zoning and land development regulations and laws in Pennsylvania; (c) knowledge of UCC codes in Pennsylvania and must possess the minimum of the BCO certification; (d) strong analytical, writing, and communication skills; and (e) experience and skill in managing people and a busy office environment. Salary $85-100,000 depending on qualifications and experience; excellent employer-paid benefits. Residency within Bensalem Township must occur within 6 months of appointment. Send cover letter, resume, and salary history/expectation with all included in only one attachment to wcmorey@bensalempa.gov by noon on May 18, 2018. EOE.
How to Apply
Please follow instructions indicated on the job announcement,as posted. For the most part the requirements will be a completed application, resume, background checks, credit checks and authorization to obtain information from prior employers or educational institutions.
Bensalem Township is an equal opportunity employer. Several labor unions are represented and certain requirements must be followed by law. When employment opportunities are available, they will be listed in this section of our site with the job description, job requirements etc.
Please follow instructions indicated on the job announcement,as posted. For the most part the requirements will be a completed application, resume, background checks, credit checks and authorization to obtain information from prior employers or educational institutions.
Bensalem Township is an equal opportunity employer. Several labor unions are represented and certain requirements must be followed by law. When employment opportunities are available, they will be listed in this section of our site with the job description, job requirements etc.