Chief Building Official

Archuleta County•Pagosa Springs, CO

7d•$66,114 - $98,155•Hybrid

About The Position

Manages overall activities of the Building Division and supervises the permitting and inspection of all building construction and the enforcement of building codes. Receives general direction from the County Administrator. Exercises direct supervision over the work of the Planning/Permit Technician and Field Inspectors.

Requirements

Associates Degree with emphasis in Building Construction/Inspection Technology, Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, other related field or any equivalent combination of education and experience
5 years of building construction and inspection experience, including 2 years of supervisory experience or, any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and ability.
Valid state driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle record.
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of applicable construction, electrical, plumbing codes, codes enforcement and zoning ordinances.
Knowledge of: Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods and records management techniques.
Knowledge of: Basic budgetary principles and practices.
Knowledge of: Applicable state, federal and local laws, rules and regulations.
Knowledge of: Methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis and report presentation.
Knowledge of: Administration of staff and activities, either directly or through subordinate supervision.
Knowledge of: Computer applications related to the work.
Ability to: Use tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
Ability to: Research, compile, and summarize a variety of informational and statistical data and materials.
Ability to: Organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow up assignments with a minimum of direction.
Ability to: Communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to: Analyze and resolve office administrative situations and problems.
Ability to: Plan, organize, assign, direct, review and evaluate the work of staff.
Ability to: Select and motivate staff and provide for their training and professional development.
Ability to: Provide exemplary customer service.
Ability to: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and members of the community.
Ability to: Effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
Ability to: Understand and interpret building codes.

Responsibilities

Enforces the Building Resolution and all applicable codes.
Assists staff and general public in the interpretation and application of building codes.
Develops and prepares for adoption new codes and changes to Building Resolution.
Makes presentations to legislative body regarding proposed changes.
Assists with establishing policies that ensure conformity within the Building Department and other departments.
Plans, coordinates, and supervises the operations and staff of the division to include scheduling, specifying procedures, equipment and manpower, planning short and long-range goals, and implementing work objectives.
Assists in staff selection, evaluates their work performance, and instructs them on the policies, regulations and programs administered by the Building Department.
Directs the plan checking process and routes plans to all applicable departments for review and approval.
Reviews and approves permits including valuation determinations, fees and refunds.
Authorizes the expiration, suspension or revocation of permits.
Reviews and approves the issuance of certificates of occupancy.
Authorizes stop work order and occupancy violations.
Prepares the Divisions Annual Budget and submits it to the county administrator and BoCC for approval.
Maintains master files on all permits and oversees the storage of all records and plans.
Organizes training seminars for staff; trains new inspectors.
Conducts follow-up inspections to be used in evaluation of inspectors' performances.
Reviews and approves daily inspections schedules.
Assigns and reviews work load of staff.
Recommend disciplinary actions to the County Administrator.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Conducts Plan Reviews
Conducts quarterly builders education seminars.
Sits on and acts as the secretary to the Building Board of Appeals.
Conducts inspections for Building Safety
Conducts Inspections for compliance with the State of Colorado Manufactured Home Code.
Maintains weekly meetings with the County Administrator to seek continued compliance with the nuisance ordinance.
Works directly with the Planning Manager to coordinate the two divisions of Development Services to efficiently serve the public.
Assists with reception of incoming telephone calls and with walk-in traffic as needed.