Building Department Manager

City of Lincoln Park•Lincoln Park, MI

12d

About The Position

Acts as the Chief Building Official for the city. Shall supervise and control the activities of the Building Department and its personnel and is responsible for the planning, organizing, and managing the department and activities concerning compliance with building code and ordinances within the city. Work is performed under the supervision of the City Manager. Directs and assigns work to the staff to ensure that thorough and timely inspections and plan reviews are conducted, and that proper discretion is used in the enforcement of codes and ordinances. May perform the duties of the building inspector and issue permits for the departments as necessary. Maintains an active working relationship with owners/developers during all phases of development. Ability to effectively lead a team, work with staff, and is responsible for the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and procedures for staff and the department to ensure a high performance, customer service-oriented work environment to achieve the department's objectives. Enforces all department related codes and issues notices and citations as required. Explains, interprets, and provides guidance regarding all applicable codes and ordinances to architects, engineers, contractors, property owners, other departments and the public. Provides assistance, responds to requests and resolves complaints. Enters data, prepares, and maintains records, correspondence, and documentation. Answer inquiries from the public, contractors, staff, and other employees. Writes departmental reports, evaluations, inspection reports. Prepares and presents case information for court. Prepares departmental budget. Direct, coordinate and review the work for all building, rental and code enforcement services and activities. Assign work activities, projects, and monitor workflow. Review and evaluate work practices, methods, and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems. Work with employees to correct deficiencies and implement discipline as necessary. Building Department staff liaison for the appointed boards and commissions which includes attending meetings and providing technical and administrative support as required. Shall perform such other duties as are assigned from time to time by the Mayor and Council. Other duties as needed to operate the department.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or GED.
Seven or more years of experience as a building inspector/plan examiner, construction management, code enforcement, supervisory role or related field or any combination of education and experience.
Registered with the State of Michigan as a B uilding Inspector, Plan Examiner and Building Official
Demonstrated administrative, leadership, and organizational skills; resourceful problem solving, troubleshooting and conflict resolution skills; exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Possess successful techniques for promoting necessary changes; thorough knowledge of applicable State and F ederal laws/regulation; in-depth knowledge of Michigan Building Codes and related standards and the ability to apply this knowledge in the field and direct staff charged with the enforcement of such codes and standards; and an observable dedication to public service and the health and safety of the public.
Knowledge of city buildings and related codes, zoning and ordinances.
Possess the ability to positively interact with other staff members, the public, contractors, and governmental entities.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing and follow professional protocol.
Knowledge of modern administrative and general office procedures including English composition, spelling, grammar, and mathematics.
Must be able to perform multi-task operations with frequent interruptions.
Perform a variety of duties requiring use of critical thinking, independent judgment, and technical knowledge based on department policy.
Considerable knowledge of computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Office.
Ability to learn BS&A software and other specialized software as required.
Ability to understand, delegate and execute complex oral and written instructions.
Possess the traits of dependability, integrity, discretion and maintain confidentiality.
Must pass physical with drug screen and background check
Valid State of Michigan driver's license

Responsibilities

Directs and assigns work to the staff to ensure that thorough and timely inspections and plan reviews are conducted, and that proper discretion is used in the enforcement of codes and ordinances.
May perform the duties of the building inspector and issue permits for the departments as necessary.
Maintains an active working relationship with owners/developers during all phases of development.
Ability to effectively lead a team, work with staff, and is responsible for the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and procedures for staff and the department to ensure a high performance, customer service-oriented work environment to achieve the department's objectives.
Enforces all department related codes and issues notices and citations as required.
Explains, interprets, and provides guidance regarding all applicable codes and ordinances to architects, engineers, contractors, property owners, other departments and the public.
Provides assistance, responds to requests and resolves complaints.
Enters data, prepares, and maintains records, correspondence, and documentation.
Answer inquiries from the public, contractors, staff, and other employees.
Writes departmental reports, evaluations, inspection reports.
Prepares and presents case information for court.
Prepares departmental budget.
Direct, coordinate and review the work for all building, rental and code enforcement services and activities.
Assign work activities, projects, and monitor workflow.
Review and evaluate work practices, methods, and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
Work with employees to correct deficiencies and implement discipline as necessary.
Building Department staff liaison for the appointed boards and commissions which includes attending meetings and providing technical and administrative support as required.
Shall perform such other duties as are assigned from time to time by the Mayor and Council.
Other duties as needed to operate the department.