LARCHMONT, N.Y. (October 7, 2025) — The Village of Larchmont, a picturesque community along Long Island Sound, is recruiting for two key positions: Building Inspector and Assistant Village Administrator. Both roles offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits through the New York State Health Insurance Plan, with applications due by October 24, 2025, for the first review.
Positions will remain open until filled.
The Building Inspector position, with a salary range of $140,000 to $160,000, involves leading code enforcement and building safety functions. Responsibilities include reviewing plans for compliance with state and local codes, conducting inspections, issuing permits, and supervising staff.
The role requires a New York State Code Enforcement Official certification, a high school diploma, and either six years of building construction or code enforcement experience, including one year in a supervisory role, or a bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or a related field with two years of experience. A valid New York State driver’s license and state residency are required.
“The Village seeks a professional who is dedicated to public safety, quality construction, and adherence to legal standards, while fostering cooperative relationships throughout the community,” according to the job posting on larchmontny.gov.
The Assistant Village Administrator, with a salary of $100,000 to $120,000, will support daily operations, long-term planning, and policy development. Duties include overseeing department programs, preparing legislative agendas, and leading initiatives in parking management, public communications, and process improvement. Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree in public administration with five years of experience, or three years with the degree, and expertise in municipal management and budgeting.
“The successful candidate sees Larchmont not only as it is, but as it can be—a thriving, resilient, and equitable community,” the village’s recruitment ad states.
Larchmont, with a population of approximately 6,542, is located 18 miles northeast of Manhattan, offering a 35-minute train ride to Grand Central Terminal. The village features scenic waterfronts, vibrant downtown districts, and historic Victorian homes. Its government, led by a mayor and board of trustees, operates with a $381,000 department budget and four full-time employees.
Both positions offer opportunities to shape Larchmont’s future. The Building Inspector will build a new department and support commercial revitalization, while the Assistant Village Administrator will drive organizational efficiency and implement a five-year Capital Improvement Plan. Challenges include navigating regulatory complexity and managing stakeholder expectations.
Candidates must submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references. Employment requires background checks, drug and medical screenings, and residency verification.
For the Building Inspector role, provisional appointees must score in the top three on the Westchester County Civil Service exam for permanent status. More details are available at www.larchmontny.gov/jobopportunities or through Pracademic Partners at 585.943.0589.
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