What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Official position at City of Colonial Heights?
City of Colonial Heights
Planning & Community Development Department
Open Until Filled
Building Official
Salary Range : $72,884 - $125,120
Enforces the uniform statewide building code and other applicable laws, regulations, and rules.
Examples of Duties
Organizes and directs building inspection activities.
Reviews all building plans for compliance.
Enforces compliance with the VA USBC and Property Maintenance Code and City Code, as applicable.
Determines fees for permits.
Investigates complaints and makes emergency inspections.
Issues warnings and stop work orders.
Addresses public and professional inquiries.
Approves final inspections and issues certificates of occupancy.
Maintains all records regarding inspections.
Education & Experience
High School Diploma and over ten years directly related supervisory experience or,
Two years of college or Associate's Degree and over ten years directly related professional experience or,
A Bachelor's Degree and over five years directly related professional experience or
any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Certification Requirements :
Must possess certification as a residential and commercial inspector from VA DHCD or obtain within a year of employment
Must possess Building Official Certification or must obtain certification within 1-year of initial employment.
Knowledge of relevant Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances.
General knowledge of building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, safety, energy, housing, and related codes.
Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, techniques, and safety standards of building construction, building inspection, and structural design for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings.
Ability to understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures, and standards.
Ability to evaluate and development improvements in operations, procedures, and policies.
Knowledge and ability to effectively use computer systems, software applications, and business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
Must have strong leadership, supervisory, organizational, communication (oral and written), and customer service skills.
Ability to plan, organize, direct and evaluate the work of subordinate staff.
Ability to build strong working relationships within and across departments, with the City's Management team, the Mayor and City Council, contractors, citizens, and the community.
Employee Benefits
Health Insurance - Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Delta Dental & Blue Vision (3-in-1 Package).
Retirement - Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
All full-time employees are enrolled into VRS when they being work and retirement contributions are made by both the City and the employee to receive a lifetime benefit at Retirement.
Basic Group Life Insurance & Optional Group Life Insurance Program.
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