Japanese Associate; Part-time Instructor Pool

Description

The City's Sphere of Influence has recently expanded by 94 square miles, providing the opportunity for the development of large-scale master planned communities with integrated freeway, parks, trails, and infrastructure systems. As one of the most affordable and rapidly growing housing markets in California, the City continues to attract the nation's largest homebuilders and commercial developers.

Therefore, the City of Bakersfield is seeking a seasoned and enthusiastic building professional to help manage this time of growth. Under the direction of the Building Director, the Assistant Building Director assists in the managerial operations of the plan check and permitting, construction inspection, and code enforcement activities of the City.

The City will benefit from an Assistant Building Director who will cultivate and maintain successful working relationships with developers, contractors, and architects so that sound development continues to occur.

The Building Division's purpose is to promote health and safety in the construction and maintenance of buildings and structures, and the maintenance of property through the enforcement of uniform building construction codes, conservation standards, regulations, and ordinances. The Division provides quality services to the community in a comprehensive, efficient, knowledgeable, and helpful manner.

The Division is comprised of three sections:
Permit and Plan Checking, Construction Inspection, and Code Enforcement. It had a FY 05/06 budget of $6,290,997 and a staff of 64 members. In 2005, it issued 13,621 building permits, including 5,216 new single‑family residences, with a construction valuation of $1,.

In addition to standing in for the Building Director in his absence, the Assistant Building Director will also sit in as a Hearing Officer from time to time, requiring excellent interpersonal and communication skills and sound judgement. Political astuteness is valued, while political involvement is not required.

Ideal qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Business, Public Administration, or related field and five years of professional experience in building inspection, construction, engineering, administration, and related activities, including two years at a supervisory level.
• Registration as a professional Civil Engineer or Architect and/or certification as a Building Official within the State of California is highly desired.

Examination: Weighted: 100%

If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please submit a cover letter and resume ASAP to:
Regan Williams
Bob Murray and Associates
1677 Eureka Road, Suite 202
Roseville, CA 95661

(Fax)
email:

• Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
• Fire Safety Unit
• Police Safety Unit
• General Supervisory & Management Unit (coming soon)

Accrual rate is determined by bargaining unit:
1-4 years of service: 10 days per year.
5-13 years of service: 15 days per year.
14+ years of service: 20 days per year.

1-4 years of service: 4.68 (24‑hr. duty shifts)
5-15 years of service: 7.02 (24‑hr. duty shifts)
16+ years of service: 9.36 (24‑hr. duty shifts)

13 paid holidays per year.

Earned at the rate of one working day per month of service to a maximum of 120 days; portions thereafter may be convertible.

10 days per year for General Supervisory and Management employees.

The City and the employee share contributions for premiums for health insurance coverage. The City provides life insurance benefits based on bargaining unit. Visit the City's Employee Benefit website for detailed information (rates and plan information).

Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the City's Retirement website for additional information.