Chief Building Inspector
Town of Nags Head•Nags Head, NC
•Onsite
About The Position
The Town of Nags Head has an opening for a Chief Building Inspector. This position is responsible for the inspection and permitting for residential and commercial construction sites to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal building codes, standards, and requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED with vocational coursework in building construction trades required
- Supplemented by ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in building inspections/investigations or building trades, code enforcement, and construction administration
- Demonstrates substantial experience reviewing plans for, issuing permits for, and conducting inspections of Level I, Level II, and Level III structures in accordance with the North Carolina State Building Code, including institutional, educational, healthcare, commercial, and multi-story occupancy types, to include lead or supervisory experience
- Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job
- Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina driver's license
- Standard Level III certification in building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical trade inspection areas
- Certified Floodplain Manager required upon 12 months of employment
Responsibilities
- Supervises and conducts field inspections of residential and commercial construction sites throughout the Town: reviews and verifies permit and licensing requirements; inspects installations and construction activities, such as framing, footing/slabs, foundations, waterproofing, and various plumbing. electrical, mechanical, and gas installations and other items; and reviews approved building plans and compares them to actual construction to ensure compliance.
- Identifies code violations and needed corrective action: writes letters to contractors, architects, engineers, and/or property owners regarding inspection findings; re-inspects after completion of required corrections/modifications; issues citations for violations; and prepares and presents evidence in Court as needed.
- Approves construction activities and final products which meet applicable code requirements: prepares and maintains inspection records and related documentation; and enters data into computer systems.
- Receives, reviews and analyzes construction plans, field drawings and reports submitted by architects, engineers, developers, and contractors for permit: evaluates plans for compliance with local, state and federal building codes and standards and floodplain management; approves or rejects construction plans as appropriate; makes recommendations regarding changes to correct deficiencies, as necessary; calculates appropriate fees; and forwards permits and approved plans.
- Communicates with building owners, contractors, developers, and the general public regarding building codes, inspection procedures, floodplain management, and related issues: responds to routine and complex questions, complaints, and/or requests for information; and explains and interprets division policies and procedures, and Town ordinances and codes.
- Coordinates and maintains documentation, reporting, and compliance activities associated with floodplain management and disaster-related building requirements.
- Administers programs and activities related to the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and ensures compliance with applicable FEMA requirements and regulations.
- Reviews, interprets, and applies FEMA regulations and guidance related to Substantial Damage and Substantial Improvement determinations.
- Oversees daily building operations and ensures effective administration of permitting, inspections, and related regulatory activities.
- Manages departmental workflows and processes to promote efficiency, consistency, and timely service delivery.
- Supervises Building Inspector staff: organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work: prioritizes work activities to meet objectives; ensures team has the proper resources needed to complete assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
