Building Official [Internal Employees Only]

City of Norco • Norco, CA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under administrative direction, to manage, supervise and coordinate the activities and operations of the Building Safety Division including inspection of building construction activities, issuance of building permits, and operates as a resource to the Code Enforcement Division; to coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, departments and outside agencies; and to provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Director of Community Development.

Requirements

• Five years of increasingly responsible experience in building inspection, permit technician, including two years of senior level responsibility, or an equivalent of 5 years in a lead or senior level position as a senior permit technician and/or plans examiner work.
• Bachelor's degree with major coursework in public administration, business administration, engineering, architecture, or a related field.
• Possession of a State of California driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City’s vehicle insurance program.
• ICC Certification as a Building Plans Examiner and Building Inspector.
• ICC Certification for Building, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing.
• ICC Certification as a Certified Building Official.
• Knowledge of architectural principles including construction techniques and plan specifications.
• Knowledge of laws, codes and ordinances applicable to building inspection activities and plan checking.
• Knowledge of Building Code interpretation and alternate code compliance methods.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes, ordinances, fire regulations and safety precautions.
• Knowledge of technical aspects of the construction trades including materials and supplies.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of research and report preparation.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
• Knowledge of principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
• Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies for building division administration.
• Knowledge of modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and supporting software applications.
• Knowledge of appropriate safety precautions and procedures within the area of assignment.
• Ability to oversee and participate in the management of a comprehensive building inspection program.
• Ability to select, train, supervise, and evaluate assigned staff.
• Ability to direct work of lower level staff.
• Ability to participate in the development and administration of division goals, objectives and procedures.
• Ability to interpret and apply Federal, State, and local policies, laws and regulations.
• Ability to review and correct building plans as part of plan check process.
• Ability to issue building permits and inspection construction for compliance.
• Ability to prepare and administer program budgets.
• Ability to respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise investigative reports.
• Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, and implement recommendations.
• Ability to operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to maintain mental capacity and tact that allows for effective interaction and communications with others.
• Ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.
• All City employees are required to perform assigned Emergency Service duties in the event of an emergency or disaster.
• Employees must complete the required FEMA courses within six months of employment.
• This position requires a conditional employment offer based on the successful completion of a drug and alcohol screening.
• All employment offers are conditional based on the successful completion of a background investigation, physical and drug and alcohol screening at city expense and conducted by a physician designated by the city.
• All information on the application is subject to investigation and verification.
• Reference checks will be conducted by the City to include at least the following: (1) verification/reference from current and past employers, (2) fingerprinting and Department of Justice criminal background check, and (3) confirmation of necessary licenses, certificates, and/or diploma/degrees.
• In accordance with the City’s drug free workplace policy, all employment offers are conditional and based on successful completion of drug test.

Nice To Haves

• The employee works under typical office conditions with exposure to computer screens, and the noise level is usually quiet.
• However, up to 25% of the work may be in the field and on construction sites where the employee may be exposed to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, and traffic; and work in inclement weather conditions including heat, cold and rain.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; talk and hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle and feel computers and standard business equipment; reach with hands and arms, and occasionally climb ladders to the top of buildings.
• The employee is frequently required to stand and walk and may occasionally lift and carry materials and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus sufficient to read small print, computer screens and other written materials.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, and stand; talk and hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; perform repetitive movements of hands or wrists; climb or balance on ladders or stairs; stoop, kneel, and bend at the waist; crouch or crawl; and smell.
• The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds unaided.
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, use of both eyes, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this class, an employee uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets data, information and documents; analyzes and solves problems; uses math and mathematical reasoning; observes and interprets people and situations; learns and applies new information and skills; performs highly detailed work; deals with changing deadlines, constant interruptions and multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with others encountered in the course of work.

Responsibilities

• Plans, manages, and oversees the daily functions, operations, and activities of the Building & Safety Division, including building construction activities, plans examination, and permit processing.
• Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the division; recommends within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Reviews permit applications and check plans for conformance with appropriate codes and regulations; collect fees, issues permits and perform related work; resolve conflicts with developers; prepares enforcement correspondence as necessary; maintains a record of and prepare reports on building activity.
• Develops and standardizes procedures and methods to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of building inspection, plans examination, and permit processing services and activities; assesses and monitors workload and administrative and support systems; identifies opportunities for improvement and recommends to the Director.
• Conducts field investigations and inspections as necessary; confers with owners, architects and engineers on design and construction plans; ensures that all structures inspected adhere to housing, zoning, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, energy and mobile home codes and standards; may assist Fire department inspection staff as necessary; prepares case files for prosecution; testifies in court; prepares and records notices on properties.
• Prepares new codes and ordinances for adoption by the City Council.
• Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the division's annual budget; participates in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; implements adjustments.
• Serves as the liaison for the Building Safety division with other departments and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves sensitive and controversial issues.
• Attends meetings of a variety of boards, commissions and committees; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
• Provides responsible staff assistance to the Director of Community Development.
• Conducts a variety of organizational studies, investigations and operational studies; recommends modifications to building inspection programs, policies and procedures as appropriate.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays current on new trends and innovations in the field of building inspection.
• Researches and implements new technologies to improve customer service, including hardware and software systems.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
• Verifies consultant invoices for accuracy; verifies and prepares plan check and permit fees.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• The City is committed to making its programs, services and activities accessible to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to participate in this recruitment, please contact Human Resources prior to the filing deadline. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior