Building Officials Leadership Academy

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Building Officials Leadership Academy

California Building Officials’ leadership program, Building Officials Leadership Academy (BOLA), is designed to maximize the leadership capabilities of seasoned public safety professionals, in addition to those who seek a future within California’s building departments.

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Building Officials Leadership Academy
Application Deadline: Friday, March 20, 2026

In recognition of Building Safety Month 2026, apply for the 2026-27 Building Officials Leadership Academy (BOLA), taking place May 4-8, in Sacramento. 

If you’re ready to grow as a leader in the building safety profession, BOLA offers executive-level training and networking with peers from across California. This Academy features five days of in-person leadership training in Sacramento plus three elective courses at CALBO Education Weeks (North or South). Graduates will be recognized at a future CALBO Education Week to celebrate their accomplishments and growth as building safety leaders.

CLICK HERE for Application Packet
*Follow Directions Below*

How to submit an application?

Step 1. Review the Registration Packet

Step 2. Complete Fillable PDF Participation Form (including your supervisor) on page 7

Step 3. Complete the Fillable PDF Application Form on page 8

Step 4. Email the two completed PDF forms, your PDF resume, and a PDF statement of interest in ONE PDF document to lherman@calbo.org.

*For your statement of interest, please address how the Building Officials Leadership Academy will assist you in your current position and future career in building-safety.

Step 5. Applicants will be notified after the deadline. The Academy is limited to 21 students.*

*IMPORTANT: Only applicants with all the required materials will be considered.

For application assistance, please email Lauren Valdez or call 916-457-1103.