Activity Project Manager - Working Title: Deputy Building Official - Building & Code Administration

County of Volusia•Fl 32720, FL

16d•Onsite

About The Position

The County of Volusia seeks a Deputy Building Official for its Building & Code Administration Division in DeLand, Florida. The position performs administrative, technical, and supervisory work for Building Code Administration and Contractor Licensing activities and assists the Chief Building Official with division operations. The Deputy Building Official may serve as Chief Building Official during that person’s absence, lead damage-assessment operations, represent the County at code-related meetings, and may be assigned to other county locations based on operational needs. The role requires applying and interpreting building codes and related laws, ordinances, and regulations; overseeing staff and programs; coordinating projects and meetings; advising on project and program status; evaluating staffing, priorities, budgets, and program goals; and preparing and presenting cases before the Volusia County Contractor Licensing and Construction Appeals Board. The position also responds to emergencies, attends work regularly, and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and nine years of experience in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field, with progressively responsible experience; OR a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field and five years of progressively responsible experience, including supervisory experience over building code enforcement personnel.
Possess a valid standard license as an Inspector and/or Plans Examiner in two or more disciplines, including building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and/or residential, issued by the Florida Department of Professional Business Regulations under Florida Statute 468.
Possess a Florida Building Code Administrator license at hire or attain it within six months of hire and maintain it thereafter.
Possess a valid driver's license at hire, obtain a valid Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire, and maintain it thereafter.
Knowledge of the Florida Building Code; building materials and construction methods; public administration principles and practices; research techniques; and current information sources.
Working knowledge of the Florida Building Code, Underwriters Laboratories Fire Resistance Directory, International Code Council Evaluation Reports, Florida Statutes, and FEMA requirements.
Ability to apply state statutes, local codes, and ordinances to relevant commercial and residential construction.
Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in establishing, applying, and interpreting policies and procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend construction plans and blueprints.
Ability to communicate code applications and permit requirements effectively to relevant professionals, property owners, the public, and groups, both orally and in writing.
Ability to conduct job-site and office meetings with developers, engineers, architects, contractors, and owners.
Ability to respond to emergencies and work under stressful conditions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, subordinates, public officials, other governmental agencies, and the public.
Ability to prepare and analyze budgetary tools and documents.
Ability to supervise subordinate staff and assign work.
Ability to relocate to other county locations based on operational needs.
Meet the stated physical, environmental, and mental demands, including speaking and hearing; visual acuity needed to operate a motor vehicle; finger dexterity; bending, stooping, and reaching; pushing, pulling, and/or carrying 15 pounds; reading professional and legal materials; writing reports and policies; performing advanced mathematical functions; public speaking; analyzing data; and identifying and resolving problems.

Nice To Haves

Preferred candidate will have a minimum of two standard Plans Examiner licenses and two standard Inspector licenses.

Responsibilities

Supervise Building Code Administration and activity staff.
Serve as Chief Building Official during the Chief’s absence.
Lead department operations related to damage assessment.
Work with the Chief Building Official to develop systems, procedures, forms, and instructions.
Advise the Chief Building Official regarding project and program status.
Analyze and recommend adjustments to staffing positions and program priorities.
Establish and maintain records, statistics, reports, and controls to ensure compliance with applicable requirements.
Interpret codes for administration and enforcement.
Conduct performance evaluations.
Investigate construction failures to determine cause and remedy.
Attend meetings regarding construction projects and represent the County at code-related meetings when appropriate.
Prepare and present cases before the Volusia County Contractor Licensing and Construction Appeals Board.
Analyze programs, assess value, evaluate budgetary needs, and set goals.
Coordinate projects through meetings, correspondence, and presentations.
Prepare meeting agendas and coordinate meetings.
Work with consultants to stay informed about developments.
Monitor the annual activity budget.
Attend work regularly and consistently; adhere to applicable ordinances and requirements.
Respond to emergency situations.
Perform other duties as assigned.