Deputy Building Official

City of Montrose•Montrose, CO

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under general supervision, conducts plan review, and participates in other functions within the division to issue building permits, collect payments and assists with walk-in customers by providing technical support to explain applicable codes, rules regulations. May also perform on-site building, mechanical, plumbing inspections and code enforcement activities to ensure code compliance.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in construction management, business, engineering or related field preferred from an accredited college. Any equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Four (4) years experience in general construction, and/or building and structural code compliance.
Knowledge of the following: Building codes and related laws and ordinances related to the enforcement of municipal codes.
Knowledge of: Drafting and construction principles, building plans and specifications.
Knowledge of: Legal procedures involved in enforcing building standards and municipal codes.
International Code Council (ICC) Certification as one or more designations including Building Plans Examiner, Residential Plans Examiner, Residential Building Inspector, Commercial Building Inspector, Residential Plumbing Inspector, Commercial Building Inspector - or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment.
Current Colorado driver’s license with acceptable record.

Responsibilities

Accepts building permit applications and reviews application materials for submittal completeness relating to construction and development administered by the Building Services Department.
Reviews building plans, architectural drawings, structural calculations and specifications submitted for conformance with adopted codes and regulations and works with other internal departments and external agencies to approve plans.
Assist and provide support to Building Inspector on an as-needed basis and conduct field inspections related to Building Code enforcement activities and prepares associated correspondence and records.
Communicates with citizens and other City divisions to resolve violations.
Keeps records and prepares correspondence pertaining to plan reviews.
Calculates, collects fees and issues building permits.
Provides information to the public regarding City building codes and ordinances including regulations on accessibility, energy conservation, life safety, occupancy classifications and uses, and other construction related topics.
Assists customers to prepare complete application materials, answer questions about potential building projects, and respond to customer inquiries.
Helps to create, revise, and maintain informational material to distribute to customers regarding code requirements, permit procedures and policies.
Stay current with changes to building codes, regulations, and industry best practices; participate in professional development and training to maintain certifications and improve departmental effectiveness.