Job Title: Building Official/Chief Inspector

Department: Community Development

Salary: Range: $68,432 to $96,677

Hours: Full Time

Location: Bel Aire City Hall

Reports to: City Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Purpose of the Position

The Building Official/Chief Inspector deals directly with the public, contractors, and City staff with limited supervision from the City Manager. In this position the employee must demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the building codes, property maintenance codes, nuisance codes, and other adopted regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

· Oversee the review and issuance of building permits, occupancy certificates, contractor licenses and zoning permits.

· Oversee the enforcement of the City’s building, property maintenance, nuisance, and zoning codes, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and other ordinances pertaining to construction and building trades.

· Lead the review of building permit applications, conduct plan reviews, and the inspection of public and private buildings to ensure compliance with building codes and other regulatory requirements.

· Provide both written and oral interpretations of the building codes and other regulatory requirements.

· Research and maintain knowledge of new code changes, new materials available, and new methods of construction.

· Provide staff support to various boards, committees, and commissions, including but not limited to: City Council and Board of Building Code Appeals.

· Assist with the enforcement of the zoning regulations and site plan review standards through inspection of public and private buildings and/or sites.

· Performs other related duties as deemed necessary or assigned.

Experience & Education

Experience

Preferred four years’ progressive commercial construction experience in building trades, or related field. and one (1) year of supervisory or lead experience, two (2) years of supervisory experience is preferred.

Education

Required high school diploma or GED.

Preferred post-secondary courses in building, construction, inspection, or a related field.

ICC Certified Building Official certification preferred, ICC Combination Inspector certification preferred, ICC Residential and Commercial Plans Examiner certifications preferred.

International Code Council B1, E1, M1 and P1 certifications, required within 6 months.

International Code Council B2 certification, required within 12 months.

International Code Council B3 certification, required within 18 months.

International Code Council CBO certification, required within 24 months.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

· Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

· Establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues.

· Prioritize daily work assignments and perform daily duties in an efficient manner.

· Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products.

· Working knowledge of computers, electronic data processing, and modern office practices and procedures.

· Ability to multitask and work independently with drive and initiative.

· Ability to engage with the public in a respectful and courteous manner.

· Knowledge of building codes, plumbing codes, mechanical codes, electrical codes, property maintenance codes, nuisance codes, and zoning regulations.

· Knowledge about construction materials and methods.

· Ability to read and understand construction plans, specifications, and blueprints.

· Ability to solve problems using a balance of technical competence, creativity, and research.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

This position requires frequent bending and stooping as well as occasional physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, or push heavy (50 lb. or more) objects. Frequently climbing in and out of basements, crawl spaces, sewer and line ditches, manholes, attics, roofs, etc. is also required.

Reasonable accommodation shall be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $68,432.00 - $96,677.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office
• Outdoor work

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person