Building & Permit Services Division Manager

International City Management • Eugene, OR

355d • $125,798 - $169,811 • Remote

About The Position

The City of Eugene is seeking a Building and Permit Services (BPS) Division Manager. The BPS Division Manager leads and manages the activities and operations of the Building and Permit Services Division, including plan checking and building permit approval, field inspection, business license, code compliance, the rental housing program, administrative support and operation of the City's Permit and Information Center; coordinates assigned activities with other City departments, divisions and outside agencies; provides highly responsible and complex support to the Executive Director of the Planning and Development Department. Housing and economic development are top priorities for the City of Eugene and the BPS Division Manager is a key leader in the City's pursuit of creating economic prosperity and diverse types of housing for our community. An ideal candidate will seek to build strong, cooperative relationships and improve processes to support enhanced livability for all. While Eugene is a mid-sized city (population 176,000) it offers attractive opportunities for a building professional to oversee the permitting and inspection processes in support of advanced, innovative buildings and structures. Over the past few years BPS has worked with developers, local government, and higher education partners on innovative buildings like the world-renowned Hayward Field track and field stadium, Matthew Knight Arena, Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact, the Downtown Riverfront Redevelopment and numerous 10+ story housing developments. In the coming months and years projects such as the new state of the art University of Oregon indoor practice facility, ongoing downtown investments, redevelopment of the historic Steam Plant and more are anticipated.

Requirements

• Six years of experience in the design, construction and inspection of public, commercial, industrial and residential buildings, or planning and development; including three years of supervisory responsibility.
• Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in architecture, civil engineering, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field.
• Must pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Five or more years of experience managing large groups/teams.

Responsibilities

• Manages, directs and organizes a comprehensive building and permit services division including the staff and activities of the plan checking and building permit approval, field inspection, land use management, business license, code compliance, the rental housing program and administrative support sections, and operation of the City's Permit and Information Center.
• Directs, oversees and participates in the development of the Division's work plan; assigns work activities, projects and programs; monitors workflow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods and procedures.
• Coordinates work planning and problem-solving with division managers of the Planning and Development, Public Works, Fire/EMS, and other City departments or agencies that are involved in the development permitting process; facilitates alignment of permit service delivery in the furtherance of a joint mission to promote safe, efficient and effective development.
• Prepares various reports for the Executive Director - Planning and Development; oversees the development and presentation of annual reports on cost effectiveness of various programs; develops and reviews staff reports related to building inspection, building code enforcement and plan review.
• Recommends goals and objectives; assists in the development of policies and procedures for division activities; evaluates the effectiveness of division activities; modifies strategies to achieve goals.
• Responsible for the selection, supervision and evaluation of assigned staff; assigns work and ensures appropriate training is provided; investigates complaints; recommends and administers disciplinary actions; handles sensitive personnel matters and recommends grievance responses; exercises full supervision over employees.
• Researches and utilizes equity and inclusion principles and practices in managing the programs and leading staff within Building & Permits Services including how the City can build relationships with and support groups that have historically been marginalized or unable to access our services.
• Serves on a variety of City committees and task teams; provides staff support for advisory groups for program areas.
• Performs related and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Robust and competitive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees