Building Official

Cameron County•San Benito, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs managerial work in overseeing inspection, code enforcement, repair and/or building maintenance function. Duties include maintaining existing structures and grounds. Positions in this class perform routine project management and identify needed corrective actions to resolve discrepancies; answer maintenance questions; and maintain repair documents and records.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Seven (7) years of experience performing technical and/or repair work in construction including electrical, mechanical, plumbing experience or semi-skilled position
Ability to exert medium physical effort in medium work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of medium weight (20-50 pounds)
Tasks may involve extended periods of time climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motion at a keyboard or work station
Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals
Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally
Exposure to adverse environmental conditions
Exposure to damp/wet surfaces, duty conditions, fumes and odors, flammable liquids and high noise levels

Responsibilities

Supervises all building inspectors and clerical staff
Gives final approval on all permit applications
Conducts building plan reviews, subdivision reviews and property searches
Oversees daily operations of Building Code Enforcement and Damage Assessment Team
Checks Flood Zones and performs Flood Control
Reviews floor plans for code compliance
Performs and conduct inspections on m/h check on m/h requirements if coming from another county to determine if it meet zoning requirements
Keeps records of all inspections performed
Prioritizes those which do not meet minimum code requirements
Monitors existing job sites for compliance
Notifies contractor, subcontractor, engineer, architect or homeowner of code violations and discusses possible options to correct violations
Maintains files of inspections, re-inspections, inspector notes and required reports
Compiles status reports on specific assignments, as requested
Provides assistance and information to employees, managers, vendors, citizens, local businesses, and/or and other interested parties regarding assigned code enforcement functions
Serves as liaison between supervisors, vendors, and other departments in regards to code enforcement policies and activities
Explains policies and procedures
Prepares various department documents requiring knowledge of department policies, programs, and procedures and which may involve researching, compiling, analyzing, retrieving and/or summarizing data
Performs other related duties as required