Deputy Building Official

SUMMARY

To assist citizens, contractors and designers in the development of property and structures consistent with values, objectives, policies and codes of the City of Cape Canaveral.

Under the general supervision of the Building Official, the Deputy Building Official plays a crucial role in the Building Department, overseeing management, supervision, and technical administrative tasks. This position involves collaborating in the development, prioritization, and achievement of departmental goals and policies, ensuring alignment with state technical codes and local ordinances governing new construction and renovations of existing structures.

The Deputy Building Official provides inspection and plans examiner duties as well as guidance and oversight of inspectors and plans examiners, facilitating plan review, permit issuance, inspections, and legal proceedings against code violators. Additionally, the Deputy Building Official may be tasked to represent the department before governmental and professional agencies and the general public. In conjunction with the Building Official, the Deputy assists in budget management for fiscal and personnel accountability, as well as setting goals to maintain service levels within the department.

The position requires strong knowledge of technical codes, local (zoning) codes and property maintenance, codes, as well as building construction safety rules, materials, and equipment.

During the Building Official's absence, the Deputy assumes the Building Official’s administrative duties, ensuring continuity of operations. Furthermore, the role may involve responding to man-made or natural disasters to support recovery efforts. Reporting directly to the Building Official, this position plays a vital role in upholding regulatory compliance, promoting public safety, and facilitating community development in alignment with the values, objectives, policies, and codes of the City of Cape Canaveral.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Building Official in carrying out assignments related to development of property

and enforcement of City Codes, including building, zoning, licensing, housing and

property maintenance codes.

• Act as Building Official in their absence.
• Review plans and specifications for proposed construction projects for compliance with

City Building and Zoning Codes.

• Coordinate commercial and residential projects throughout the plan review process and monitor progress of various construction projects.
• Provide assistance to property owners, developers, builders, architects, engineers and

other customers seeking information on planning, building or zoning matters.

• Inspect buildings and properties to ensure compliance with approved plans and applicable codes; inspect dwellings for Housing Code violations.
• Issue verbal and written violations, “stop work” orders and citations.
• Perform inspections; maintain accurate daily records of inspections performed.
• Knowledge of City Building, Housing, Property Maintenance and Zoning Codes.
• Knowledge of building construction, safety rules, materials and equipment.
• Provide supervisory responsibilities at the direction of the Building Official – As directed, provides strong leadership, supervising employees in accordance with City Policy, applicable laws, rules and regulations. May participate in hiring process and oversee employee training, performance appraisals, recommending performance/ disciplinary action, addressing complaints, resolving problems and maintaining an effective and productive working relationship with the public and city staff.
• Coordinate commercial and residential projects throughout the plan review and inspection processes and monitoring progress ensures timely completion and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Provide assistance to property owners, developers, builders, architects, engineers, and other customers seeking information on planning, building, or zoning matters fosters positive relationships and promotes regulatory compliance.
• Issue verbal and written violations, "stop work" orders, and citations, as well as performing inspections for building, structural, and zoning compliance, are essential for maintaining regulatory standards.
• Maintains a strong commitment to City of Cape Canaveral Organizational Values:
• City of Cape Canaveral Organizational Values
• Other Duties as Assigned: Being adaptable and willing to perform other duties as assigned demonstrates flexibility and dedication to the department's goals and objectives.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES - Provides strong leadership, supervising employees in accordance with City Policy, applicable laws, rules and regulations. Will participate in hiring process and oversee employee training. Responsible for appraising performance, recommending performance/ disciplinary action, addressing complaints, resolving problems and maintaining an effective and productive working relationship with the public and city staff.

QUALIFICATIONS - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Appropriate accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Graduation from high school or possession of a GED. Over five years of relevant experience, to include experience as an architect, engineer, plans examiner, building code inspector, registered or certified contractor, or construction superintendent, as related to the position.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Possess and maintain standard State licenses in various inspection and plan review disciplines.

Must hold or have the ability to become certified as a State of Florida Building Code Administrator within 24 months of the date of hire. Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License and maintain an acceptable and safe driving record.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31.37 - $51.56 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you hold or have the ability to become certified as a State of Florida Building Code Administrator within 24 months of the date of hire?

License/Certification:

• Florida Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $31 - $52