Chief Building Inspector

Chief Building Inspector Examples of Duties Under direction, supervises the inspection of buildings and other structures to ensure compliance with Cleveland and Ohio Basic Building Codes, and other regulations related to the location, design, construction and maintenance of structures. Supervises annual licensing inspections of dance halls, pool halls, amusement devices, day care centers, auto repair garages, and other facilities, as mandated. Assigns and supervises the work of building inspectors and clerical personnel in code enforcement work sections. Conducts training sessions for building inspection staff. Conducts training sessions for building inspection staff. Conducts after-hours inspections as directed. Performs building conditions surveys. Attends and/or presents at community meetings. Evaluates new construction materials for potential use. Reviews various sources of information concerning new construction methods and changes in ordinances. Performs other job-related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications A High School Diploma or GED is required. Ten years of full time experience in the construction industry for work subject to inspection in accordance with State construction codes by a municipal inspection agency is required. Experience may consist of a combination of construction supervision, general trades tradesmen, Building Inspection and Code Enforcement. Building Inspection and Code Enforcement must be for a State Certified Agency for work covered by the Ohio Building Codes and the rules of The Ohio Board of Building Standards (OBBS). A minimum of five years of required experience in non-residential construction as well as a maximum of five years of required experience can be in Building Inspection and/ or Code Enforcement. (Substitutions: An Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university in Construction Technology may be substituted for two years of required experience. A Bachelor's Degree in Building Design, Architecture, Structural Engineering, Construction Technology, or Construction Supervision or similar field from an accredited four-year college or university may be substituted for four years of required experience.) A full OBBS certification as a Residential Building Inspector or Residential Building Official is required. A full OBBS certification as a Building Inspector is required. A valid State of Ohio Driver's License is required. Technical understanding of all phases of construction is required including: bearing capacities of soils and materials; structural and architectural design practices and documentation; interior and exterior building elements and installation; and means and methods for the erection, construction, installation and alteration of structures. Experience in the evaluation and approval of work to an approved design is required including proficiency in interpreting architectural, structural and mechanical drawing and details. Understanding of the enforcement of land use designations and regulations is required. State Certifications and Valid Driver's License must be maintained throughout employment. Supplemental Information The City's guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.

Salary : $82,999 - $84,660