Advanced Official

This course is designed for Building and Fire Code Officials, assistant code officials, and people managers. Other applicants will be accepted on a case-by-case basis. The course is required for DHCD certification as a Building Official, Fire Official, or Maintenance Official. Persons taking this course should have some basic knowledge of the legal aspects, managerial practices, and technical knowledge related to code enforcement, and must have attended the Academy's Core Course. The course includes training sessions related to:

  • Human Resources and Employment Law
  • Preparing for court, with a mock courtroom activity
  • Media Relations - How to prepare for and handle an interview with the media