Technical Support Administrator (Building and Fire Regulations)

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Richmond, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The State Building and Codes Office within the Building and Fire Regulations division is seeking a key technical resource to serve as the Technical Support Administrator to provide high-level expertise and guidance/leadership to internal staff, other state agencies, local officials, and stakeholders on the interpretation and application of state building and fire-related codes. This role will promote the consistent, accurate, and effective development and implementation of Virginia’s building and fire codes across the state. The Technical Support Administrator position allows for thriving in both technical and analytical work while supporting initiatives that shape policy and improve public service. The role involves supervising a team of technical experts and providing leadership through engagement with stakeholders and participation in the state and national code development processes.

Requirements

Virginia DHCD “Building Official” certification required.
Valid driver’s license required.
Comprehensive knowledge of state, federal, and national laws, codes, regulations, and standards related to building, fire, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, energy conservation, and accessibility.
Comprehensive knowledge of the principles of building and fire protection design, construction, and engineering.
Skill in conducting research, performing complex technical analysis, identifying emerging issues, and translating complex concepts into targeted presentations or reports on findings.
Demonstrated skillset in written, verbal, and interpersonal communication, with the ability to convey complex information clearly, engage diverse audiences, and foster collaborative relationships across organizational levels and with stakeholders.
Proficiency with computer hardware and software resources/applications necessary for execution of the job, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite.
Proven leadership experience in leading high-performing teams by fostering a collaborative, results-driven environment that promotes staff development, accountability, and excellence in service delivery.
Extensive experience in the administration, enforcement, and interpretation of building, fire-related regulations, codes, standards, and compliance strategies.
Extensive experience in the development and implementation of state and national building and fire regulations, codes, and standards.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the Virginia legislative and regulatory processes.

Responsibilities

Tracking, analyzing, and resolving technical issues to support operational efficiency.
Developing and delivering presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
Conducting research and preparing detailed reports to support legislative and regulatory initiatives.
Evaluating proposed legislative bills and regulatory amendments.
Collaborating with department teams to enhance technical processes and improve service delivery.
Supervising a team of technical experts.
Providing leadership through engagement with stakeholders.
Participating in the state and national code development processes.