Building Division Operations Manager

Please note that applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 pm ET on the day prior to the close date listed on the job posting.

Mission:
Provide Superior Services that Inspire Community Pride

Vision:
To be the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay

Values:
Integrity, Collaboration, Passion, Creativity

Largo's commitment to a High Performance Organization (HPO) model builds a flexible and resilient organization that intentionally builds leadership capacity at all levels of the organization.

CITY OF LARGO ... Naturally A Great Place to Work!

Closing:

06/17/2026

Salary:

$74, USD Annually

Job Summary:

The Operations Manager oversees the Building Division's efficiency and technology, ensuring daily operations, performance management, and regulatory compliance. This role streamlines processes to improve customer service and coordinates with internal teams and external stakeholders. Responsibilities include managing permitting, plan reviews, inspections, and business tax receipts while adhering to Florida Statutes and local ordinances. Independent judgment is necessary for making impactful decisions within legal and policy guidelines, working under the Building Official.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

All employees share components of leadership, management, technical, and team skills to assist in making the City of Largo the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay.

Leadership

* Demonstrates an understanding and reflection of the City's mission, vision, and values and a commitment to achieving organizational goals aligned with the City's strategic plan

* Champions a high-performance work culture that encourages and embraces new ideas, develops individuals, and welcomes and encourages diverse perspectives

* Articulates strategic and innovative thinking and provides clarity to deliver superior services

* Approaches the job with enthusiasm and curiosity to promote a solutions-oriented work culture

* Serves as a key representative for the department in citywide development processes

Management

* Effectively manages assignments and priorities to ensure the fulfillment of projects, tasks, and responsibilities

* Follows suggested procedures to ensure the highest standards of risk management, employee safety, and risk avoidance

* Responsible for managing human resources for assigned staff, including overseeing the hiring process, coaching, counseling, performance management, and improvement, mentoring and developing employees, and enforcing policies and procedures

* Actively trains and supervises staff adherence to safety policies and proper protective equipment usage, and enforces safe work practices and procedures to maintain a healthy work environment

* Develops and communicates job expectations and provides positive, constructive feedback

* Plans, monitors, appraises, and reviews job contributions

* Provides daily supervision and guidance to departmental staff and other assigned personnel

* Oversees and approves employee leave requests and time worked submissions

* Facilitates project initiation and coordination for external customers

* Conducts annual performance evaluations and delivers real-time coaching and issue resolutions

* Reviews and approves job descriptions with team members every 1-3 years

* Proactively engages stakeholders to enhance customer service; investigates complaints and recommends corrective actions

* Ensures compliance with City policies and industry best practices for building division operations

* Leads the development, implementation, and ongoing administration of a comprehensive accreditation and professional certification program that enhances service quality, regulatory compliance, and staff competency

Technical

* Embraces emerging technology and productivity tools with a willingness to learn new skills

* Coordinates with team members and external stakeholders to resolve technical and operational issues

* Facilitates project initiation and coordination for external customers

* Serves as a subject matter expert, responding to inquiries from City divisions and departments such as Planning, Economic Development, Housing, Community Standards, Environmental Services, Engineering, and Fire

* Evaluates and…