Building Official

City of Big Spring•Big Spring, TX

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position conducts building inspections and supervises the enforcement of building codes and city ordinances. This person is responsible for enforcing all Federal, State, and Local codes related to Health, Safety, and Nuisances. The position also oversees the City Facilities Department. Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Review plans for residential and commercial construction to ensure compliance with building, safety, and accessibility codes. Prepare and issue permits for residential construction. Inspects new residential and commercial construction in the city, including building foundations, rough structures, and finished structures, for safety and compliance with standard codes. Enforces soil erosion and sediment control ordinances. Travels city streets to locate non-permitted construction and other code violations; conducts site inspections when complaints are received. Interprets and explains building and zoning ordinances, codes, and regulations to builders, contractors, and homeowners. Answers zoning questions, receives requests for conditional use, variances, and changes, and collects applicable fees. Reviews standard building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, gas, fire prevention, and other codes to remain abreast of code changes. Prepares reports and maintains inspection records. Supervises the work activities of the Senior Code Enforcement Officer and Code Enforcement Officers. Supervises and assigns work for the City Facilities Department. Oversees the control and use of all materials, supplies, and equipment used in the maintenance, construction, and repair of City facilities. Serves as Project and Construction Manager for the City of Big Spring when required. Organizes and conducts various board meetings to include the Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Board and Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals. Supervises the work activities of the Permitting Office. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of the techniques and materials used in building construction and inspection.
Knowledge of the state laws, local ordinances, and construction and trade codes governing the building inspection and planning administration processes.
Knowledge of the geography of the City, including roads, streets, subdivisions, and zoned areas.
Knowledge of planning and zoning principles, techniques, and practices.
Knowledge of City and departmental policies and procedures.
Knowledge of codes and laws governing utility installations.
Knowledge of administrative duties associated with Permitting duties.
Skill in interpreting blueprints and maps.
Skill in operating general office equipment and gauges, circuit testers, levels and other tools and equipment used in the building inspection process.
Skill in supervising the work of others.
Skill in dealing with the public.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Texas for the vehicle or type of vehicles operated.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain, within one year, the appropriate state certification for the type of inspection(s) conducted, including: ASFPM Certified Floodplain Manager, Registered Code Enforcement Officer, Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners Plumbing Inspector License, ICC Residential Plumbing Inspector License, Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester License, ICC Certified Building Official certification.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory or management experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct building inspections and supervise the enforcement of building codes and city ordinances.
Enforce all Federal, State, and Local codes related to Health, Safety, and Nuisances.
Oversee the City Facilities Department.
Review plans for residential and commercial construction to ensure compliance with building, safety, and accessibility codes.
Prepare and issue permits for residential construction.
Inspect new residential and commercial construction in the city, including building foundations, rough structures, and finished structures, for safety and compliance with standard codes.
Enforce soil erosion and sediment control ordinances.
Travel city streets to locate non-permitted construction and other code violations; conduct site inspections when complaints are received.
Interpret and explain building and zoning ordinances, codes, and regulations to builders, contractors, and homeowners.
Answer zoning questions, receive requests for conditional use, variances, and changes, and collect applicable fees.
Review standard building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, gas, fire prevention, and other codes to remain abreast of code changes.
Prepare reports and maintain inspection records.
Supervise the work activities of the Senior Code Enforcement Officer and Code Enforcement Officers.
Supervise and assign work for the City Facilities Department.
Oversee the control and use of all materials, supplies, and equipment used in the maintenance, construction, and repair of City facilities.
Serve as Project and Construction Manager for the City of Big Spring when required.
Organize and conduct various board meetings to include the Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Board and Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals.
Supervise the work activities of the Permitting Office.
Perform other related duties as assigned.