CITY OF CREVE COEUR

JOB POSTING

TITLE: Commercial Building Inspector

STARTING SALARY RANGE: $50,724-$70,980 (DOQ)

STATUS: Non-Exempt, 3-Year Term

GRADE: 10

DEPARTMENT / DIVISION:  Community Development Department / Building Division

SUPERVISOR: Chief Building Official

The City of Creve Coeur Building Division is seeking a Commercial Building Inspector who possesses the ability to perform commercial and residential building inspections. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position offering a competitive benefits package which includes a defined benefit retirement plan with Missouri Local Government Employee Retirement System (LAGERS). This position is term-limited to three (3) years; however, it could transition to permanent full-time status with anticipated employee retirements in the foreseeable future.

The successful candidate will inspect commercial and residential construction sites, respond to complaints from the public, enforce zoning ordinances, maintain accurate records, compile reports and provide proper notification for unauthorized construction in order to ensure that all construction and zoning activities are in compliance with City ordinances for the City of Creve Coeur.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Inspects construction sites and apartment dwelling units for compliance with the building code; inspects electrical, plumbing, mechanical work as they relate to the building code; drives to sites; and measures structural components, inspects fire resistance rated construction, inspects all aspects of the means of egress, etc. to ensure compliance with city-approved plans and building code requirements in order to ensure safe and lawful construction for the City of Creve Coeur.
• Responds to building code complaints from the general public; investigates complaints; sends violation notices as needed; and informs complainants of action being taken in order to prevent building code violations for the City of Creve Coeur. Provides proper notification for unauthorized construction work by posting a stop work order where the unauthorized work is taking place. Ensures said property owner obtains the necessary permits in order to gain compliance with the building and zoning codes of the City of Creve Coeur.
• Confers with property owners, contractors, architects, engineers and the general public in the field and office; explain and interpret building code requirements and restrictions.
• Inspects existing buildings and premises for change of use, occupancy, or compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
• Demonstrates a commitment to his/her public duty and presents oneself as a credible and knowledgeable representative of the city to maintain public trust by following the principals of  “Our Commitments to Character-Driven Professionalism”; builds and maintains positive relationships while serving all internal and external customers using effective communication and teambuilding skills; seeks to actively listen and provides prompt assistance to others; equally treats others with dignity and respect; problem-solves; accepts responsibility for self and work product.

REQUIREMENTS:

The successful candidate must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, Commercial Building Inspector Certification from the International Code Council and three or more years of increasingly responsible equivalent or related experience. Bachelor degree in construction technology, architectural drafting or related field preferred.  A valid driver license, proof of current vehicle insurance and reliable vehicle transportation is required.  Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Can effectively organize and prioritize work.  Communicates clearly both verbally and in writing.  Able to work independently.  Remains calm when dealing with disgruntled developers and residents.  Uses information to solve problems and make effective decisions.  Can concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously. Able to work outside in varying weather conditions.  Able to drive to different construction sites.  Able to walk, stoop, bend and climb as needed to survey sites. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision and ability to focus.

TO APPLY:

Please submit a resume, cover letter, references and completed application to Sharon Stott, Assistant City Administrator, City of Creve Coeur, 300 N. New Ballas Rd., Creve Coeur, MO 63141. Application are available online or can be downloaded from the City website at www.creve-coeur.org/jobs. First review of applications begins August 31, 2018 and continues until filled.

Members, below are the board members up for re-election in 2019.

MABOI Board of Directors -Slate 2019

Highlighted rows are positions requiring election.

** Indicates that the candidate must be elected and sworn in for the for the 2017-2018 MABOI Board of Directors.

Please note that this seminar is two 1 day seminars with different topics, introduction and advanced, both related to legal aspects. You may attend either day or at a discounted rate if you attend both days. Please choose the ticket correctly when registering.

Seminar Day 1: Legal Aspects of Code Administration

Seminar Day 2: Advanced Legal Aspects for Building Code Officials

Instructor: Linda S. Pieczynski is a former assistant state’s attorney and former municipal prosecutor in DuPage County, Illinois.  She devotes her legal practice to teaching and writing about the legal aspects of code administration including building, property maintenance, fire and zoning codes. She conducts training nationwide for the International Code Council (ICC).  She is the author of numerous code related books including The Building Process Simplified, The Building Official’s and Inspector’s Guide to Codes, Forms and Complaints, The Residential Inspector’s Guide to Codes, Forms and Complaints, The Fire Inspector’s Guide to Codes, Forms and Complaints, and The Property Maintenance Inspector’s Guide to Codes, Forms and Complaints, all published by Cengage.  She also has served as editor of revisions to the Legal Aspects of Code Administration published by ICC.

DAY 1 COURSE DESCRIPTION: Participants will be provided guidelines for effective code administration and enforcement of the legal aspects of the code for the building code official. The following topics will be covered during the seminar: legal concepts, identifying responsible parties, gathering evidence, property law concepts, right of entry, liability preparing a case for court, and testifying effectively.

 GOAL: Participants will be able to apply effective building code administration and enforcement techniques to assist them in executing the legal aspects of their job

 Objectives: Upon completion of this seminar, participants will be better able to:

• Recognize the complacency cycle and its effect on code enforcement and administration.
• Apply key legal concepts.
• Identify and trace the source of the code official’s legal authority.
• Describe how laws originate and the building code official’s involvement in the court system.
• Identify the responsible parties for purposes of issuing permits and notices of violation.
• Gather evidence that substantiates a code violation.
• Conduct inspections in a manner that complies with the Fourth Amendment.
• Reduce exposure to liability lawsuits.
• Explain the court process and the code official’s role in court proceedings.
• Prepare oneself properly as a witness.

Outline of Day 1 Seminar 

1.  Legal Concepts
2. Responsible party
3. Property law concepts
4. Gathering evidence
5. Foreclosure
6. Right of Entry
7. Liability
8. Testifying Effectively/Going to Court
9. Summary – Q&A

DAY 2 COURSE DESCRIPTION: In addition to reviewing key concepts necessary for legal aspects of building code administration, Participants will be provided more in-depth material for effective code administration and enforcement of the legal aspects of the code for the code official. The following topics will be covered during the seminar: powers and duties of the building code official, permits, inspections, certificates of occupancy, unsafe structures, overcrowding, hoarding, rental inspections, administrative search warrants, using zoning ordinances to obtain compliance and effective techniques for enforcement, and using internet databases for corporate, LLC and real estate records.

Goal: Participants will be able to apply effective building code administration and enforcement techniques to assist them in executing the legal aspects of their job.

 Objectives: Upon completion of this seminar, participants will be better able to:

• Identify the source and legal basis for their duties and powers.
• Gather information that will enable the building official or inspector to identify the proper legal entity so that the correct person or company is given permits, stop work orders, certificates of occupancy, notices of violation and complaints.
• Effectively enforce provisions of the model codes.
• Avoid common mistakes made by building officials and reduce civil liability.
• Apply the legal principles of the model codes to actual field situations.
• Conduct constitutionally valid inspections.
• Identify multiple ways to deal with unsafe structures
• Understand the complexity of hoarding cases
• Use zoning ordinances in enforcing building code problems
• Be able to choose the right venue for enforcement

Outline of Day 2 Seminar 

1. Legal Basis for the Building Official’s Duties and Responsibilities
2. Review of Responsible Party Issues and Using the Internet for Research
3. Permit and Plan review issues
4. Unsafe Structures and Equipment
5. Review of Right of Entry and Administrative Search Warrants
6. Hoarding
7. Using Zoning as an Enforcement Tool
8. Overcrowding
9. Administrative hearings vs. court proceedings

 Who should attend: (per day)

• Permit Technicians (CEU’s—.6)
• Building Inspectors (CEU’s—.6)
• Plans Examiners (CEU’s—.6)
• Code Officials (CEU’s—.6)

Where / When:

Maryland Heights City Hall 11911 Dorsett Rd. Maryland Heights, Mo. 63043

Sign-in / Breakfast: 8:30 am

Seminar: 9 am-4 pm

Registration:

Seminar Fee single day: MABOI Members: $80

Seminar Fee both days: MABOI Members: $140

Includes: breakfast, seminar, and lunch

Pre-registration is required

Seating limited to 60 people

Information:

PAYMENTS: 12685 Dorsett Rd #308, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

Please join us for the annual MABOI installation of officers and banquet.  Similar to last year, the annual banquet will be held at the Ameristar–Imagination Ballroom.

• Who-                     MABOI BOD & Membership
• What-                   MABOI’s 2018 BOD Installation Banquet/Ceremony
• Where-                Ameristar Casino “Imagination Ballroom”
• When-                  Friday, September 28, 2018  -6:30pm check-in (6:30-10 pm)
• Cost-                    NO COST, MABOI pays for the event

To RSVP: Register at Eventbrite HERE

Below is a map to get to the ballroom for the upcoming banquet.

To get to the ballroom, go up the escalators and around the hall (as shown in red)

Morning Session: Firestopping Life Safety

MORNING SESSION DESCRIPTION: Life Safety Seminar is a comprehensive 3-hour learning course that will give attendees a deep dive into the major components of firestop and how they impact life safety of buildings. During the course, we will not only look at the major categories of passive compartmentation, firestop systems, including joints, penetrations, and edge of slab, but we will also look at how the code has evolved over time and where firestop fits into the International Building Code. At the conclusion of the course participants should be able to identify: What is Firestop and why do we use it, Compartmentation and the elements that are included, Important Code updates from 2012, 2015, 2018, How firestop systems are tested and listed with the applicable testing jurisdictions, and secondary attributes attributed to proper use and selection.

Afternoon Session: IRC Deck Connection

AFTERNOON SESSION DESCRIPTION: Wood framed decks are often overlooked when it comes to structural integrity and code requirements.  Many people overlook the fact that decks must be designed and constructed to resist stresses from uplift, lateral, and other loads that result from wind and seismic activity along with the people and objects that occupy the deck.  This class will provide an introductory look at some of the core code requirements for deck construction from the IRC.

PROPRIETARY ITEMS DISCLOSURE

During our workshops at Simpson Strong-Tie, proprietary items may be used in our literature and as part of tests and installation demonstrations. We think their inclusion is fundamental to increasing learners’ competency with respect to structural design and connections, anchoring solutions and limitations, and structural systems dynamics.

 Who should attend:

• Permit Technicians (CEU’s—.6)
• Building Inspectors (CEU’s—.6)
• Plans Examiners (CEU’s—.6)
• Code Officials (CEU’s—.6)

Where / When:

Sybergs 2430 Old Dorsett Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

Sign-in / Breakfast: 8:30 am

Seminar: 9 am-4 pm

Registration:

Seminar Fee: MABOI Members: FREE

Includes: breakfast, seminar, and lunch

Pre-registration is required

Seating limited to 60 people

Information:

PAYMENTS: 12685 Dorsett Rd #308, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

TITLE: 2018 IRC Residential Dwelling

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to provide tools and procedures useful for residential code compliance of the new 2018 International Residential Code.  In this fast-paced class, we will cover broad spectrum code issues and topics that will guide the combination inspector with their day-to-day inspections.  Participants will have the opportunity to review electrical, plumbing, and mechanical, as well as general construction for the purpose of determining a minimum standard of living for residential occupancy.  This course is applicable to code enforcement, field inspectors and code officials.

Goal: This course is designed to provide tools and procedures useful for residential code compliance of the new 2018 International Residential Code.

Instructor:  Russell Thornburg

With over 31 years of experience, Russell Thornburg brings to the classroom first-hand knowledge of many aspects of the building industry from the basics of home ownership, to general contracting, to field inspection and plans examiner.  For more than twenty years he was self-employed as a licensed general contractor and has over 17 years of experience working for municipalities in the state of Minnesota and Kansas.  During this time he began teaching Building Inspection Technology programs for Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, as well as Continuing Education Seminars from around the country and ICC chapters.  After a short stint serving as Program Director for Johnson County Contractor Licensing of KS he has returned to Texas and now writes and develops code seminars and presents these programs for various organizations, including municipalities, institutes, ICC chapters, Home Builders Associations, and industries throughout the United States.

Who should attend:

• Permit Technicians (CEU’s—0.6)
• Building Inspectors (CEU’s—0.6)
• Plans Examiners (CEU’s—0.6)
• Code Officials (CEU’s—0.6)

Where / When:

Maryland Heights City Hall

11911 Dorsett Rd.

Maryland Heights, Mo. 63043

August 24th, 2018

Sign-in / Breakfast: 8:00 am

Seminar: 8:30 am-4 pm

Registration:

Seminar Fee: MABOI Members: $80

Includes: breakfast, seminar, and lunch

Pre-registration is required

Seating limited to 60 people

PAYMENTS: Send payments to MABOI, 12685 Dorsett Rd #308, Maryland Heights, MO  63043

MABOI Social Event – Night out at the Shooting Range (4th)

Gateway Gun Club– 13547 Missouri Bottom Rd. Bridgeton Mo. 63044   (314-344-1050)

Date: Saturday, October 13th, 2018

Time: 4pm until 10pm or later…

Dinner: Starting @ 5:00pm

***MABOI members attending will have access to the pistol range at a reduced rate of $10 per hour per person. The shotgun range will also be available for trap and skeet at the reduced rate of $6.50 per 25 targets. Feel free to bring your own firearms, ammunition along with hearing and eye protection. Although, the range has also agreed to let us use their rental firearms at no cost. If you need ammunition the range will have it available for purchase. MABOI will provide a catered self-serve meal and beverages to current MABOI members and one guest who have registered to attend by rsvp.

***All firearms must be handled with caution at all times and in full compliance with the rules and regulations of Gateway Gun Club.

Please rsvp with Gregory Tate at 636-949-3595 or by email at: Gregory.tate@stcharlescitymo.gov

MABOI Social Event (4th) 10-13-18 Flier

MABOI Social Event – Night out at the Shooting Range (4th)

Gateway Gun Club– 13547 Missouri Bottom Rd. Bridgeton Mo. 63044   (314-344-1050)

Date: Saturday, October 13th, 2018

Time: 4pm until 10pm or later…

Dinner: Starting @ 5:00pm

***MABOI members attending will have access to the pistol range at a reduced rate of $10 per hour per person. The shotgun range will also be available for trap and skeet at the reduced rate of $6.50 per 25 targets. Feel free to bring your own firearms, ammunition along with hearing and eye protection. Although, the range has also agreed to let us use their rental firearms at no cost. If you need ammunition the range will have it available for purchase. MABOI will provide a catered self-serve meal and beverages to current MABOI members and one guest who have registered to attend by rsvp.

***All firearms must be handled with caution at all times and in full compliance with the rules and regulations of Gateway Gun Club.

Please rsvp with Gregory Tate at 636-949-3595 or by email at: Gregory.tate@stcharlescitymo.gov

MABOI Social Event (4th) 10-13-18 Flier

Morning Session: Firestopping Life Safety

MORNING SESSION DESCRIPTION: Life Safety Seminar is a comprehensive 3-hour learning course that will give attendees a deep dive into the major components of firestop and how they impact life safety of buildings. During the course, we will not only look at the major categories of passive compartmentation, firestop systems, including joints, penetrations, and edge of slab, but we will also look at how the code has evolved over time and where firestop fits into the International Building Code. At the conclusion of the course participants should be able to identify: What is Firestop and why do we use it, Compartmentation and the elements that are included, Important Code updates from 2012, 2015, 2018, How firestop systems are tested and listed with the applicable testing jurisdictions, and secondary attributes attributed to proper use and selection.

Afternoon Session: IRC Deck Connection

AFTERNOON SESSION DESCRIPTION: Wood framed decks are often overlooked when it comes to structural integrity and code requirements.  Many people overlook the fact that decks must be designed and constructed to resist stresses from uplift, lateral, and other loads that result from wind and seismic activity along with the people and objects that occupy the deck.  This class will provide an introductory look at some of the core code requirements for deck construction from the IRC.

PROPRIETARY ITEMS DISCLOSURE

During our workshops at Simpson Strong-Tie, proprietary items may be used in our literature and as part of tests and installation demonstrations. We think their inclusion is fundamental to increasing learners’ competency with respect to structural design and connections, anchoring solutions and limitations, and structural systems dynamics.

 Who should attend:

• Permit Technicians (CEU’s—.6)
• Building Inspectors (CEU’s—.6)
• Plans Examiners (CEU’s—.6)
• Code Officials (CEU’s—.6)

Where / When:

Sybergs 2430 Old Dorsett Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

Sign-in / Breakfast: 8:30 am

Seminar: 9 am-4 pm

Registration:

Seminar Fee: MABOI Members: FREE

Includes: breakfast, seminar, and lunch

Pre-registration is required

Seating limited to 60 people

Information:

PAYMENTS: 12685 Dorsett Rd #308, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

Every three years, the Missouri Association of Building and Fire Officials puts together one of the best educational and networking opportunities for the region and this year is no different. Some of the highlights include:

• 23 Unique training sessions from some of our favorite speakers over 3 days
• Vendor product expo showcasing new products
• Speaking opportunities from the President of MABFO, President of ICC, and Vice President of ICC
• A crowd pleaser as always, the hospitality suite

Attached is the full conference brochure and also a link to register through Eventbrite for the conference. Registering is also available via mail, the details for that are in the brochure. Some key notes:

• Early bird registration ends August 14th, at $275, includes breakfast, lunch, and seminars
• Regular registration, at $325, includes breakfast, lunch, and seminars
• Companion fee is $50
• Lodging registration is separate, early bird registration ends August 14th, at $119 per night, after that date regular rates apply

We hope to see you all there!

2018_MEGAbrochure

Eventbrite registration

PT Building Official

The City of Valley Park is accepting applications for a Building Official.  Under the supervision of the City Clerk, this position responsibilities include the issuance of all permits, review construction plans, perform inspections, investigate complaints, research municipal codes, and respond to public inquiries.   The position will be open until filled.

A complete job description and application can be found at http://www.valleyparkmo.org/employment-opportunities.

How to Apply/Contact:
Please send resume and completed employment application to:

City of Valley Park
Attn:  Bill Hanks, City Clerk
320 Benton Street
Valley Park, MO 63088

or by email to bhanks@valleyparkmo.org

Please note that this seminar is two 1 day seminars with different topics, introduction and advanced, both related to legal aspects. You may attend either day or at a discounted rate if you attend both days. Please choose the ticket correctly when registering.

Seminar Day 1: Legal Aspects of Code Administration

Seminar Day 2: Advanced Legal Aspects for Building Code Officials

Instructor: Linda S. Pieczynski is a former assistant state’s attorney and former municipal prosecutor in DuPage County, Illinois.  She devotes her legal practice to teaching and writing about the legal aspects of code administration including building, property maintenance, fire and zoning codes. She conducts training nationwide for the International Code Council (ICC).  She is the author of numerous code related books including The Building Process Simplified, The Building Official’s and Inspector’s Guide to Codes, Forms and Complaints, The Residential Inspector’s Guide to Codes, Forms and Complaints, The Fire Inspector’s Guide to Codes, Forms and Complaints, and The Property Maintenance Inspector’s Guide to Codes, Forms and Complaints, all published by Cengage.  She also has served as editor of revisions to the Legal Aspects of Code Administration published by ICC.

DAY 1 COURSE DESCRIPTION: Participants will be provided guidelines for effective code administration and enforcement of the legal aspects of the code for the building code official. The following topics will be covered during the seminar: legal concepts, identifying responsible parties, gathering evidence, property law concepts, right of entry, liability preparing a case for court, and testifying effectively.

 GOAL: Participants will be able to apply effective building code administration and enforcement techniques to assist them in executing the legal aspects of their job

 Objectives: Upon completion of this seminar, participants will be better able to:

• Recognize the complacency cycle and its effect on code enforcement and administration.
• Apply key legal concepts.
• Identify and trace the source of the code official’s legal authority.
• Describe how laws originate and the building code official’s involvement in the court system.
• Identify the responsible parties for purposes of issuing permits and notices of violation.
• Gather evidence that substantiates a code violation.
• Conduct inspections in a manner that complies with the Fourth Amendment.
• Reduce exposure to liability lawsuits.
• Explain the court process and the code official’s role in court proceedings.
• Prepare oneself properly as a witness.

Outline of Day 1 Seminar 

1.  Legal Concepts
2. Responsible party
3. Property law concepts
4. Gathering evidence
5. Foreclosure
6. Right of Entry
7. Liability
8. Testifying Effectively/Going to Court
9. Summary – Q&A

DAY 2 COURSE DESCRIPTION: In addition to reviewing key concepts necessary for legal aspects of building code administration, Participants will be provided more in-depth material for effective code administration and enforcement of the legal aspects of the code for the code official. The following topics will be covered during the seminar: powers and duties of the building code official, permits, inspections, certificates of occupancy, unsafe structures, overcrowding, hoarding, rental inspections, administrative search warrants, using zoning ordinances to obtain compliance and effective techniques for enforcement, and using internet databases for corporate, LLC and real estate records.

Goal: Participants will be able to apply effective building code administration and enforcement techniques to assist them in executing the legal aspects of their job.

 Objectives: Upon completion of this seminar, participants will be better able to:

• Identify the source and legal basis for their duties and powers.
• Gather information that will enable the building official or inspector to identify the proper legal entity so that the correct person or company is given permits, stop work orders, certificates of occupancy, notices of violation and complaints.
• Effectively enforce provisions of the model codes.
• Avoid common mistakes made by building officials and reduce civil liability.
• Apply the legal principles of the model codes to actual field situations.
• Conduct constitutionally valid inspections.
• Identify multiple ways to deal with unsafe structures
• Understand the complexity of hoarding cases
• Use zoning ordinances in enforcing building code problems
• Be able to choose the right venue for enforcement

Outline of Day 2 Seminar 

1. Legal Basis for the Building Official’s Duties and Responsibilities
2. Review of Responsible Party Issues and Using the Internet for Research
3. Permit and Plan review issues
4. Unsafe Structures and Equipment
5. Review of Right of Entry and Administrative Search Warrants
6. Hoarding
7. Using Zoning as an Enforcement Tool
8. Overcrowding
9. Administrative hearings vs. court proceedings

 Who should attend: (per day)

• Permit Technicians (CEU’s—.6)
• Building Inspectors (CEU’s—.6)
• Plans Examiners (CEU’s—.6)
• Code Officials (CEU’s—.6)

Where / When:

Maryland Heights City Hall 11911 Dorsett Rd. Maryland Heights, Mo. 63043

Sign-in / Breakfast: 8:30 am

Seminar: 9 am-4 pm

Registration:

Seminar Fee single day: MABOI Members: $80

Seminar Fee both days: MABOI Members: $140

Includes: breakfast, seminar, and lunch

Pre-registration is required

Seating limited to 60 people

Information:

PAYMENTS: 12685 Dorsett Rd #308, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

Please join us for the annual MABOI installation of officers and banquet.  Similar to last year, the annual banquet will be held at the Ameristar–Imagination Ballroom.

• Who-                     MABOI BOD & Membership
• What-                   MABOI’s 2018 BOD Installation Banquet/Ceremony
• Where-                Ameristar Casino “Imagination Ballroom”
• When-                  Friday, September 28, 2018  -6:30pm check-in (6:30-10 pm)
• Cost-                    NO COST, MABOI pays for the event

To RSVP: Register at Eventbrite HERE

Below is a map to get to the ballroom for the upcoming banquet.

To get to the ballroom, go up the escalators and around the hall (as shown in red)

Morning Session: Firestopping Life Safety

MORNING SESSION DESCRIPTION: Life Safety Seminar is a comprehensive 3-hour learning course that will give attendees a deep dive into the major components of firestop and how they impact life safety of buildings. During the course, we will not only look at the major categories of passive compartmentation, firestop systems, including joints, penetrations, and edge of slab, but we will also look at how the code has evolved over time and where firestop fits into the International Building Code. At the conclusion of the course participants should be able to identify: What is Firestop and why do we use it, Compartmentation and the elements that are included, Important Code updates from 2012, 2015, 2018, How firestop systems are tested and listed with the applicable testing jurisdictions, and secondary attributes attributed to proper use and selection.

Afternoon Session: IRC Deck Connection

AFTERNOON SESSION DESCRIPTION: Wood framed decks are often overlooked when it comes to structural integrity and code requirements.  Many people overlook the fact that decks must be designed and constructed to resist stresses from uplift, lateral, and other loads that result from wind and seismic activity along with the people and objects that occupy the deck.  This class will provide an introductory look at some of the core code requirements for deck construction from the IRC.

PROPRIETARY ITEMS DISCLOSURE

During our workshops at Simpson Strong-Tie, proprietary items may be used in our literature and as part of tests and installation demonstrations. We think their inclusion is fundamental to increasing learners’ competency with respect to structural design and connections, anchoring solutions and limitations, and structural systems dynamics.

 Who should attend:

• Permit Technicians (CEU’s—.6)
• Building Inspectors (CEU’s—.6)
• Plans Examiners (CEU’s—.6)
• Code Officials (CEU’s—.6)

Where / When:

Sybergs 2430 Old Dorsett Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

Sign-in / Breakfast: 8:30 am

Seminar: 9 am-4 pm

Registration:

Seminar Fee: MABOI Members: FREE

Includes: breakfast, seminar, and lunch

Pre-registration is required

Seating limited to 60 people

Information:

PAYMENTS: 12685 Dorsett Rd #308, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

Every three years, the Missouri Association of Building and Fire Officials puts together one of the best educational and networking opportunities for the region and this year is no different. Some of the highlights include:

• 23 Unique training sessions from some of our favorite speakers over 3 days
• Vendor product expo showcasing new products
• Speaking opportunities from the President of MABFO, President of ICC, and Vice President of ICC
• A crowd pleaser as always, the hospitality suite

Attached is the full conference brochure and also a link to register through Eventbrite for the conference. Registering is also available via mail, the details for that are in the brochure. Some key notes:

• Early bird registration ends August 14th, at $275, includes breakfast, lunch, and seminars
• Regular registration, at $325, includes breakfast, lunch, and seminars
• Companion fee is $50
• Lodging registration is separate, early bird registration ends August 14th, at $119 per night, after that date regular rates apply

We hope to see you all there!

2018_MEGAbrochure

Eventbrite registration

MABOI Social Event – Night out at the Shooting Range (4th)

Gateway Gun Club– 13547 Missouri Bottom Rd. Bridgeton Mo. 63044   (314-344-1050)

Date: Saturday, October 13th, 2018

Time: 4pm until 10pm or later…

Dinner: Starting @ 5:00pm

***MABOI members attending will have access to the pistol range at a reduced rate of $10 per hour per person. The shotgun range will also be available for trap and skeet at the reduced rate of $6.50 per 25 targets. Feel free to bring your own firearms, ammunition along with hearing and eye protection. Although, the range has also agreed to let us use their rental firearms at no cost. If you need ammunition the range will have it available for purchase. MABOI will provide a catered self-serve meal and beverages to current MABOI members and one guest who have registered to attend by rsvp.

***All firearms must be handled with caution at all times and in full compliance with the rules and regulations of Gateway Gun Club.

Please rsvp with Gregory Tate at 636-949-3595 or by email at: Gregory.tate@stcharlescitymo.gov

MABOI Social Event (4th) 10-13-18 Flier

Morning Session: Firestopping Life Safety

MORNING SESSION DESCRIPTION: Life Safety Seminar is a comprehensive 3-hour learning course that will give attendees a deep dive into the major components of firestop and how they impact life safety of buildings. During the course, we will not only look at the major categories of passive compartmentation, firestop systems, including joints, penetrations, and edge of slab, but we will also look at how the code has evolved over time and where firestop fits into the International Building Code. At the conclusion of the course participants should be able to identify: What is Firestop and why do we use it, Compartmentation and the elements that are included, Important Code updates from 2012, 2015, 2018, How firestop systems are tested and listed with the applicable testing jurisdictions, and secondary attributes attributed to proper use and selection.

Afternoon Session: IRC Deck Connection

AFTERNOON SESSION DESCRIPTION: Wood framed decks are often overlooked when it comes to structural integrity and code requirements.  Many people overlook the fact that decks must be designed and constructed to resist stresses from uplift, lateral, and other loads that result from wind and seismic activity along with the people and objects that occupy the deck.  This class will provide an introductory look at some of the core code requirements for deck construction from the IRC.

PROPRIETARY ITEMS DISCLOSURE

During our workshops at Simpson Strong-Tie, proprietary items may be used in our literature and as part of tests and installation demonstrations. We think their inclusion is fundamental to increasing learners’ competency with respect to structural design and connections, anchoring solutions and limitations, and structural systems dynamics.

 Who should attend:

• Permit Technicians (CEU’s—.6)
• Building Inspectors (CEU’s—.6)
• Plans Examiners (CEU’s—.6)
• Code Officials (CEU’s—.6)

Where / When:

Sybergs 2430 Old Dorsett Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

Sign-in / Breakfast: 8:30 am

Seminar: 9 am-4 pm

Registration:

Seminar Fee: MABOI Members: FREE

Includes: breakfast, seminar, and lunch

Pre-registration is required

Seating limited to 60 people

Information:

PAYMENTS: 12685 Dorsett Rd #308, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

Please note that this seminar is two 1 day seminars with different topics, introduction and advanced, both related to legal aspects. You may attend either day or at a discounted rate if you attend both days. Please choose the ticket correctly when registering.

Seminar Day 1: Legal Aspects of Code Administration

Seminar Day 2: Advanced Legal Aspects for Building Code Officials

Instructor: Linda S. Pieczynski is a former assistant state’s attorney and former municipal prosecutor in DuPage County, Illinois.  She devotes her legal practice to teaching and writing about the legal aspects of code administration including building, property maintenance, fire and zoning codes. She conducts training nationwide for the International Code Council (ICC).  She is the author of numerous code related books including The Building Process Simplified, The Building Official’s and Inspector’s Guide to Codes, Forms and Complaints, The Residential Inspector’s Guide to Codes, Forms and Complaints, The Fire Inspector’s Guide to Codes, Forms and Complaints, and The Property Maintenance Inspector’s Guide to Codes, Forms and Complaints, all published by Cengage.  She also has served as editor of revisions to the Legal Aspects of Code Administration published by ICC.

DAY 1 COURSE DESCRIPTION: Participants will be provided guidelines for effective code administration and enforcement of the legal aspects of the code for the building code official. The following topics will be covered during the seminar: legal concepts, identifying responsible parties, gathering evidence, property law concepts, right of entry, liability preparing a case for court, and testifying effectively.

 GOAL: Participants will be able to apply effective building code administration and enforcement techniques to assist them in executing the legal aspects of their job

 Objectives: Upon completion of this seminar, participants will be better able to:

• Recognize the complacency cycle and its effect on code enforcement and administration.
• Apply key legal concepts.
• Identify and trace the source of the code official’s legal authority.
• Describe how laws originate and the building code official’s involvement in the court system.
• Identify the responsible parties for purposes of issuing permits and notices of violation.
• Gather evidence that substantiates a code violation.
• Conduct inspections in a manner that complies with the Fourth Amendment.
• Reduce exposure to liability lawsuits.
• Explain the court process and the code official’s role in court proceedings.
• Prepare oneself properly as a witness.

Outline of Day 1 Seminar 

1.  Legal Concepts
2. Responsible party
3. Property law concepts
4. Gathering evidence
5. Foreclosure
6. Right of Entry
7. Liability
8. Testifying Effectively/Going to Court
9. Summary – Q&A

DAY 2 COURSE DESCRIPTION: In addition to reviewing key concepts necessary for legal aspects of building code administration, Participants will be provided more in-depth material for effective code administration and enforcement of the legal aspects of the code for the code official. The following topics will be covered during the seminar: powers and duties of the building code official, permits, inspections, certificates of occupancy, unsafe structures, overcrowding, hoarding, rental inspections, administrative search warrants, using zoning ordinances to obtain compliance and effective techniques for enforcement, and using internet databases for corporate, LLC and real estate records.

Goal: Participants will be able to apply effective building code administration and enforcement techniques to assist them in executing the legal aspects of their job.

 Objectives: Upon completion of this seminar, participants will be better able to:

• Identify the source and legal basis for their duties and powers.
• Gather information that will enable the building official or inspector to identify the proper legal entity so that the correct person or company is given permits, stop work orders, certificates of occupancy, notices of violation and complaints.
• Effectively enforce provisions of the model codes.
• Avoid common mistakes made by building officials and reduce civil liability.
• Apply the legal principles of the model codes to actual field situations.
• Conduct constitutionally valid inspections.
• Identify multiple ways to deal with unsafe structures
• Understand the complexity of hoarding cases
• Use zoning ordinances in enforcing building code problems
• Be able to choose the right venue for enforcement

Outline of Day 2 Seminar 

1. Legal Basis for the Building Official’s Duties and Responsibilities
2. Review of Responsible Party Issues and Using the Internet for Research
3. Permit and Plan review issues
4. Unsafe Structures and Equipment
5. Review of Right of Entry and Administrative Search Warrants
6. Hoarding
7. Using Zoning as an Enforcement Tool
8. Overcrowding
9. Administrative hearings vs. court proceedings

 Who should attend: (per day)

• Permit Technicians (CEU’s—.6)
• Building Inspectors (CEU’s—.6)
• Plans Examiners (CEU’s—.6)
• Code Officials (CEU’s—.6)

Where / When:

Maryland Heights City Hall 11911 Dorsett Rd. Maryland Heights, Mo. 63043

Sign-in / Breakfast: 8:30 am

Seminar: 9 am-4 pm

Registration:

Seminar Fee single day: MABOI Members: $80

Seminar Fee both days: MABOI Members: $140

Includes: breakfast, seminar, and lunch

Pre-registration is required

Seating limited to 60 people

Information:

PAYMENTS: 12685 Dorsett Rd #308, Maryland Heights, MO 63043