Deputy Building Official

Building Inspector

This is a highly responsible administrative, technical and professional position that oversees, coordinates and performs building inspection activities to ensure conformance with applicable Florida Building Codes and local codes, ordinances and laws governing building, mechanical, electrical, gas or plumbing system construction and installation. Reports to the Chief Building Official.

Coordinate the organization, staffing and operational activities for commercial, residential and industrial inspections.

Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities; recommend and implement resulting policies and procedures.

Identify opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; identify resource needs; review with appropriate management staff; implement improvements.

Direct, coordinate and review the work plan for all building inspection services and activities; assign work activities and projects; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.

Review construction plans, drawings and specifications to ascertain compliance with building codes.

Conduct field inspections of complicated or highly technical situations.

Ensure consistent and appropriate interpretation of the building codes and City ordinances.

Meet with architects, engineers, contractors and property owners regarding pre-construction requirements.

Coordinate the development and enhancement of automated permit tracking and inspection tracking systems.

Review, analyze, and evaluate management systems and procedures; develop program procedures and procedural manuals.

Select, train, motivate and evaluate inspection personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.

Participate in the development and administration of assigned program budget; forecast funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; recommend adjustments as necessary.

Coordinate Building and Safety Division activities with those of other divisions and outside agencies and organizations.

Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of building and zoning code enforcement.

Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience

High School diploma or GED.

Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in the construction industry, architecture, engineering or construction code inspections, or any combination.

Four (4) years of management experience.

A State of Florida Certification as a Building Code Administrator or, ability to obtain within 12 months, is required for the position.

Required Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Possession of two or more Standard Inspectors/Plans Examiner Licenses for Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, Residential and/or Electric trades.

Must possess a valid Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier.

Software Skills Required

Intermediate:
Presentation/PowerPoint, Spreadsheet, Word Processing/Typing

Basic:
Database, Human Resources Systems, Payroll Systems

Responsibility for Funds, Property and Equipment None.

Supervisory Responsibilities Directly supervises 1 subordinate supervisor(s) who supervise(s) a total of employee(s). Supervises 6 non-supervisory employee(s). Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Communication Skills Ability to read, analyze, and understand general business/company related articles and professional journals;
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.

Mathematical Skills Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Critical Thinking Skills Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of known variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram formats.

Supervision Received Under general direction, working from policies and general directives. Rarely refers specific cases to supervisor unless clarification or interpretation of the organization's…