DEPUTY BUILDING OFFICIAL

Town of Summerville • Summerville, SC

88d

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs technical work in reviewing plans to ensure compliance with all applicable codes and inspecting new and existing structures for the issuance of permits in accordance with building and other pertinent codes. Work involves performing general clerical and administrative tasks in maintaining departmental operations. Serves as Deputy Building Official in absence of Building Official.

Requirements

• Must have State certification as a Plans Examiner and certified through ICC as a Building Official.
• Must have successfully completed required courses and certification; may be required to possess additional certification(s) as deemed necessary by the Town.
• Requires an Associate’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field supplemented by three to five years’ experience in all phases of the construction field or a closely related position; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Must possess a valid South Carolina driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Reviews construction plans for compliance with building codes.
• Inspects construction, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, gas, and Americans With Disabilities Act codes.
• Conducts preliminary plan reviews with architects, engineers, and developers.
• Interprets all adopted building codes, policies, ordinances, and procedures for the Inspectors, contractors, and the general public.
• Maintains files and records of all building plans.
• Assists Inspectors with specific questions regarding approval of plans, code requirements, and interpretation; conducts building inspections as required.
• Researches on the Internet for updates on codes and manufacturer’s specifications.
• Maintains a Town vehicle.
• Keeps up-to-date with continuing education requirements; passes certification exams as required.
• Performs general administrative/office duties as required, including typing reports and correspondence, entering and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, sending and receiving faxes, answering the telephone, establishing and maintaining filing systems, etc.
• Receives and/or reviews a variety of reports and records (such as architectural plans, engineering plans, special inspection reports, energy conservation reports, and State laws).
• Prepares and/or processes a variety of documentation (such as permit application, plan review letter, inspection deficiency reports, business license inspection forms, and written warnings).
• Refers to building codes, manufacturer’s instructions, ordinances, State law, Internet, policy and procedure manuals, publications and reference texts, etc.
• Operates a vehicle and a variety of equipment and machinery (such as electrical panel boards, HVAC and mechanical systems, plumbing systems, structural framing, computer, printer, wireless router, modem, etc.).
• Uses a variety of tools (such as calculator, electrical analyzers, hand tools, pressure gauges, measuring tape, levels, standard office tools, etc.); a variety of supplies (such as inspection forms, writing instruments, paper, hard hats, flashlights, general office supplies, etc.); and a variety of computer software (such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, CitizenServe, ResCheck, ComCheck, etc.).
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals (such as Building Official, other Town personnel, co-workers, architects, engineers, contractors, and the general public).
• Provides assistance to coworkers and/or performs those responsibilities as necessary to maintain standards of operation.
• Maintains membership on local and Statewide group related to building.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• SC Retirement System
• 401k deferred compensation
• 457b deferred compensation
• Vacation Leave
• Sick Leave
• Holiday Leave (12 holidays)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Other Voluntary Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree