Gibson has been involved with construction for over 20 years and has been a Building Official for 8 years.  He has a B.S. degree in Forest Resources from the University of Georgia and is a Certified Building Official and Building Inspector with the International Codes Council.  Gibson is also licensed in the State of Georgia as an Unrestricted Conditioned Air Contractor and Master Plumber. 

“We were most impressed with Gibson’s overall experience as a Building Official,” said City Manager John Bennett.  “He has a strong belief in training not only for his employees but also for the building and development community.  Howard comes highly recommended for his integrity and work ethic.” 

County Manager Kevin Poe and City Manager John Bennett both participated in the interview process.  Mr. Gibson was chosen from a pool of approximately 30 applicants and will begin his position as Director of Building Inspection on March 26, 2007.  

Related Work Experience : 

11/01-Present             Director of Building & Planning

Edgefield County Government – Edgefield, South Carolina

2/96-9/98                     Chief Building Official

                                    Ringgold, Georgia

5/95-2/96                     Chief Building Official

                                    Town of Signal Mountain, Tennessee

1/94-10/01                   Northwestern Technical College – Walker County, Georgia

Night Instructor for Air Conditioning Technology & Continuing Education for Plumbing