Chief Building Official

Laramie County Government•Cheyenne, WY

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Planning and Development Director, manages building permit records, building permit operations, plan checking and building inspection functions of the Planning and Development Department. The incumbent plans, develops, coordinates, supervises and manages plan checking and building inspection functions; ensures compliance with County and State Codes and Regulations; acts as Chief Building Official for the County; trains and evaluates assigned staff; performs related duties as required. Works closely with locally elected officials, the private sector, and numerous organizations to provide community outreach and services.

Requirements

A Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering, Building Construction, Architecture or a related field
Five (5) years progressively responsible experience in building construction, engineering or architecture
Two (2) years of which were in a supervisory or managerial capacity
A valid State of Wyoming Driver's License is required.
Knowledge of County organization, goals, objectives, policies, procedures
Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws, rules and regulations affecting planning, zoning, land use, flood plains, code enforcement, building construction permitting and community development
Knowledge of principles and practices of organization, administration, personnel and budget management
Knowledge of principles and practices of the International Residential, Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical Codes, and pertinent state and county codes and regulations.
Knowledge of approved building construction methods, materials, and proper inspection methods
Knowledge of principles of structural design, engineering mathematics, and soil engineering
Knowledge of legal procedures involved in enforcing building regulations
Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and performance evaluation
Knowledge of principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building and conflict resolution
Knowledge of principles and practices of work safety
Knowledge of the basic principles of official records management
Skill in organizing, directing, and coordinating the activities of the Building Division
Skill in obtaining and maintaining necessary licenses to perform the duties of a Chief Building Official
Skill in supervising, training, and evaluating assigned personnel
Skill in reading, analyzing, checking and interpreting complex plans, calculations, drawings and specifications and recognizing regulation or code violations
Skill in keeping operating records and preparing necessary reports
Skill in enforcing codes with firmness, tact and impartiality
Skill in maintaining confidentiality regarding proposed projects
Skill in communicating effectively verbally and in writing
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with public officials, employees, owners, contractors, architects, other departments, outside agencies and the general public
Skill in analyzing building and permitting issues, evaluating alternatives, and making logical recommendations based on findings
Skill in assessing County building permit needs, and developing and promoting effective solutions
Skill in representing the County in a professional manner, and working effectively with various community, cultural and ethnic groups
Skill in compiling statistical information, and preparing and presenting technical reports
Skill in use of common tools used in the profession, including computerized solutions
Skill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands, organize, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up assignments with minimal direction
Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications, including the County's GIS user programs, building permit functions and MS Office applications; familiarity with building permit review, issuance and tracking software
Skill in use of tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within scope of authority
Skill in designing and carrying out effective citizen participation plans, including group facilitation

Responsibilities

Direct the activities, including staffing, training and development and employee evaluation of assigned staff
Plan, develop, implement and coordinate a variety of building and planning programs
Oversee and direct the records management and project tracking activities
Monitor State and County regulations and codes
Ensure that County programs are in compliance with applicable regulations and codes
Represent the County with community groups, architects, engineers, manufacturers and the general public on building and planning code matters and proposed regulations, legislation and access requirements dealing with building issues
Provide building code interpretations
Perform building plan check activities and issue permits and Certificates of Occupancy for building construction
Represent the County with ICC, which writes and publishes the building codes
Enforce laws regarding the construction, reconstruction, relocation of buildings
Inspect buildings for compliance with codes and regulations
Enforce applicable County Regulations
Advise and provide information to the general public, architects, engineers, manufacturers, suppliers and others on the requirement of the building, plumbing, heating, and ventilation, housing and related codes and regulations
Issue stop work orders and notices in situations of deliberate violation or negligent compliance
Provide testimony when legal action is required to secure compliance
Assist in the drafting of amendments to local building codes
Assist other County Departments in the enforcement of codes related to construction
Assist in the preparation administration of the annual budget and work programs
Prepare technical and administrative reports and studies
Prepare written correspondence as necessary
Provide monthly reports on division activities
Attend Board of County Commissioners meetings as required
Negotiate and monitor contracts with outside consultants for plan check and inspection services
Analyze permit fees in relation to fee structures of regional jurisdictions and recommend revisions as needed to support services provided
Enforce other County regulations related to the issuance of building and planning permits
Exercise judgment in the interpretation and application of County regulations and codes.
Evaluate, develop and implement various building permit issuance and inspection procedures
Provides superior customer service
Answers inquiries and assists the public and other agencies on building issues
Explains policies, codes, standards and enforcement procedures
Researches customer issues and answers questions within scope of authority
Prepares written and graphic reports in a clear, comprehensive, concise and timely manner
Conduct technical research; gather, interpret, analyze, prepare data and make recommendations on improvements to overall building permit functions
Research and draft regulations for review and adoption
Act as Planning and Development Department representative at various meetings
Develop and update database records
Research, prepare, and present information at public meetings and before various boards, commissions, and groups
Performs other duties as assigned or required