Manager III, Grade M3

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The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $ to $, based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Safety, sustainability, and economic development are the hallmarks of the Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services (DPS). The department issues approximately 40,000 building permits a year and conducts thousands of inspections by local code officials. With a staff of about 240 employees, DPS’ five divisions include: commercial building construction; customer support and outreach; land development; residential construction and fire code compliance;

and zoning and code compliance. From its award-winning programs to providing excellent customer service in the office and in the field, DPS’s commitment to its customers is summed up by its tagline: “Your Project Partner.”

The Department is seeking a Manager-III, Grade M3 (Residential Plan Review Section) to join the Division of Residential Construction & Fire Code Compliance team. A multifaceted individual who has the technical knowledge, experience, and skillsets to manage and lead the Residential Construction Plan Review staff and to ensure public safety through the effective application of residential building, structural, electrical, mechanical, and energy conservation codes.

Manage the Residential Plan Review Section within the Residential Construction & Fire Code Compliance Division, which is responsible for the review, interpretation, and approval of residential construction plans for new construction and for alterations to existing buildings and structures.

• Serve as the technical expert for the County’s residential plan review operations; approve structural design alternatives, evaluate engineering modifications, and ensure plan reviews conform to applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Manage the engineering and technical assessment of a diverse and high-volume portfolio of residential construction documents, including single- and two-family homes, townhomes, accessory dwelling units (ADUs), complex structural additions, and solar infrastructure.
• Oversee the amendment and adoption of local and State codes, and review and provide comments on pending local and State legislation.
• Engage with builders, developers, architects, engineers, community and civic leaders, and elected officials to explain and interpret regulatory requirements, resolve disputes, and serve as a liaison.
• Ensure the correct and consistent application and interpretation of codes, requirements, policies, and procedures.
• Coordinate activities with other sections within the Department of Permitting Services, County departments, and external stakeholders.
• Provide advice, guidance, and recommendations to support department programs, policies, and procedures.
• Provide leadership and supervision to a team of seven (7) technical and professional staff; assign cases and permit reviews, delegate work, and conduct quality reviews of staff output.
• Develop, communicate, and implement goals and priorities; monitor performance and take appropriate action as needed.
• Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures, and work with staff to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Telework: This position may be eligible for limited hybrid telework, up to two days per week, after the probation period.

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree.

Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience as a construction or design professional in the field of…