Building Officials Leadership Academy

Overview

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
Last Call for Applications

Due to increased interest, the 2026-27 Building Officials Leadership Academy (BOLA) application deadline has been extended to Thursday, March 26, 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 trainings in Sacramento plus three elective courses at CALBO Education Weeks (North or South). Graduates are recognized at a future CALBO Education Week to celebrate their accomplishments and growth as building safety leaders.

CLICK HERE for Application Packet -
Application Deadline Thursday, March 26, 2026
*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 BOLA will assist you in your current position and future career in building-safety.

Step 5. Applicants will be notified after the deadline.*

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

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