Building Official

• Plans, organizes, coordinates and manages the operations of the permits & inspections work group, including customer service, plan review, building inspection and permitting; coordinates with Director of Community and Economic Development on plan reviews, building code administration, and other related issues.
• Provides leadership, direction and guidance in technical processes and procedures; manages and trains staff; assigns and coordinates tasks and projects, monitors workflow, and evaluates work effectiveness, methods and procedures.
• Reviews and evaluates operations to identify and resolve service issues; meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve workload and technical issues; reviews staff work for conformance with City codes and Department standards.
• Proposes an operating budget for the Division.
• Holds meetings with builders and contractors as needed to gain feedback and to provide information regarding any procedural changes or repeated violations of code.
• Authorizes the issuance of commercial and residential building and construction permits and Certificates of Occupancy.
• Prepares activity reports for plan review and inspections.
• Administer various Boards and Commissions such as the Board of Construction Appeals and the Zoning Board of Adjustments.
• Confers with contractors and property owners regarding review of plans and interpretation of building codes; examines blueprints to assure plans conform to City codes and ordinances; inspects construction sites as needed to review and resolve technical issues; resolves problems that arise due to structural design or code issues.
• Evaluates and analyzes issues, and recommends solutions; interprets, applies and explains codes and regulations; represents the City at Public Boards and meetings.
• Responds to requests for information and complaints; provides technical information on interpretation of City codes; researches technical issues, and recommends solutions.
• Provides excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Monitors budget and expenditures; manages the collection, analysis and reporting of operational, budget and financial data.
• Manages any third-party inspections when needed.
• Manages and maintains any software for permitting and inspections.
• Able to work with other staff members on plan review and inspections as needed.
• Responds outside of normally scheduled work hours in response to special events, natural disasters, emergencies, or critical incidents as determined by the City.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values and goals of the City by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• Cooperates with co-workers professionally to accomplish work efficiently and effectively.
• Has regular, predictable attendance; attendance is a factor in continued employment with the City.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Certification as a Plumber Inspector through I.C.C. is required or licensed Plumbing Inspector through State Plumbing Board. (Both Residential and Commercial preferred.)
• Certification as an Electrical Inspector through I.C.C. is preferred. (Both Residential and Commercial preferred.)
• Certification as a Building Official through I.C.C. is required or must obtain within one year of hire.
• Certification as a Plans Examiner through I.C.C. is required or must obtain within one year of hire.
• Depending on the needs of the City, may be required to obtain additional technical certifications.

• City policies and procedures.
• Principles and practices of the construction industry and building trades.
• Methods, procedures and techniques for evaluating technical compliance.
• Methods and techniques of inspecting a variety of buildings and facilities.
• Principles and practices of building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing inspection.
• Building material specifications and product installation standards.
• Uniform Building and Fire Codes, National Electric Code, Texas Uniform Plumbing Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, and related state and local statutes and regulations.
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions in construction areas.
• Record keeping and file maintenance principles and procedures.
• Customer service standards and protocols.

• Interpreting and applying building and safety standards, state and Federal regulations, department standards and City codes and policies.
• Reading and interpreting building plans and technical specifications, and checking details, estimates, plans, and specifications of projects.
• Performing building inspections for compliance with building and safety codes.
• Detecting deviations from plans, regulations, and standard construction practices.
• Providing advice and consultation on standard construction methods and requirements.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with employees, officials, contractors, other development agencies and the general public.
• Supervising staff, and delegating tasks and authority.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software.
• Proficient in Permitting, Inspections and Plan Review Software.
• Effective communication, both verbal and written.

• Work is performed in a standard office environment, with occasional visits to construction sites.

Salary : $83,221 - $99,861