Building Codes Administrator (Business Operations Administrator 2)

Initial Posting Date:

04/21/2026

Application Deadline:

05/10/2026

Agency:

Department of Consumer & Business Services

Salary Range:

$10,569 - $16,363

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Building Codes Administrator (Business Operations Administrator 2)

Job Description:

Our mission...

To equitably protect and empower consumers and workers while maintaining a predictable yet innovative regulatory environment for the businesses we regulate.

The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) is a progressive business regulatory state agency dedicated to the mission of protecting and serving Oregon's consumers and workers while supporting a positive business climate. The department administers state laws and rules governing workers' compensation, occupational safety and health, financial institutions, insurance companies and building codes. The department has consumer protection and education programs, offices, and ombuds to help consumers, injured workers, and businesses.

This position is with the Building Codes Division (BCD). BCD adopts and enforces the statewide building code relating to the construction, reconstruction, alteration and repair of buildings and other structures and the installation of mechanical, plumbing, and electrical devices and equipment.

This is an executive service position and is not represented by a union.

What’s in it for you:

• Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment

• Colleagues who are passionate about public service

• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package

• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon

• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

This position is eligible to telework on a part-time basis once the incumbent has gained the proficiency to perform work independently. However, regular, scheduled office hours are also required.

Here’s what you will do:

As the Building Codes Administrator, you will be responsible for managing all Building Codes Division operations with broad policy direction from the policy boards, the legislature and agency director. This position administers statewide uniform building codes and regulates the building industry in a responsible, moderate, and constructive way, listening to and balancing, within the confines of the law and policy, the often conflicting desires of the public and industry regarding building design, construction, safety and energy conservation. This position is responsible for overall direction, policy, and administration of the division in carrying out its regulatory functions in a manner consistent with the director’s policies and priorities. The administrator is responsible for managing both internal and external relations in a way that is mindful of the dynamics of state government. As primary spokesperson for the division, the incumbent is often involved in a variety of legislative proposals, working with interested groups to seek consensus, testifying before the legislature and making presentations to other government and civic groups.