Deputy Building Official

The City of Avondale has an opportunity for a Deputy Building Official with the Development Services Department.

This is an FLSA-exempt, full-time position with benefits.

The first review of applications will start on October 14, 2026 and weekly after.

This recruitment will remain open until filled.

Plans and directs the work of professional plans examiners, building inspectors, and permit technicians in the Building Services Division, including plan review, inspections, permit administration, and the development services center counter. The Deputy Building Official performs plan review as needed to support the Division, with a primary focus on assisting the Chief Building Official in planning, organizing, and managing activities related to building code and development processes within the City.

Supports the Chief Building Official in customer outreach, support, communication, and problem resolution. Acts as Chief Building Official in their absence.

Participates in the administration and supervision of operational programs, budget, development of strategic objectives, activities, and other functions. Supports oversight of front-counter operations, software systems, and digital plan review processes. Manages complex and multi-disciplinary activities and exercises independent judgment in working with departments and division managers on private and City development projects. Provides leadership and works with staff to ensure a high-performance, customer service-oriented work environment.

Interprets building codes, coordinates construction projects, compiles statistical information, establishes performance requirements and personal development targets, and provides or coordinates staff training. Evaluates and participates in developing division policies and procedures, provides staff guidance, and develops and shares technical knowledge and administrative skills with staff.

Work involves managing a variety of special projects and initiatives integral to the City’s vision, conducting research and analysis, and attending meetings with various City departments and divisions. Strong manager with leadership skills and the ability to work within an established group of professional staff, managing staff, serving as a technical advisor, and resolving issues. Able to effectively organize and prioritize the division’s workload and skillfully manage project expectations.

Understands the importance of public engagement and finding balance and compromise between a wide variety of stakeholders. Ability to collaborate with the department’s Planning and Administration Divisions, Engineering Department, and other City departments and divisions.

Assists the Chief Building Official in the supervision of the Building Services Division by evaluating and directing personnel, hiring new personnel, and providing policies and procedures. Serves as an expert on the development review committee and for plan review and permitting processes, with a focus on continuous improvement. Reports to the Chief Building Official and assists with meeting departmental goals and policies, daily operations, manage staff, monitor objectives, and provide comprehensive reports.

Acts as Chief Building Official in their absence. Manages division operations by developing and interpreting policies, providing general direction to staff on the implementation of procedures, and supervising employees involved in the following functional areas:
Building Plan Review, Building Inspection, Application/Permit Administration (building, planning, engineering, and fire), and the Development Services counter. Ensures safe, efficient operations of programs and facilities, including compliance with all state and federal regulations. Supports the…