Assistant Director, Building Development Services, (B252120-2), 215, Building Inspections

Under the direction of the Planning Director, ensures all development and construction is completed according to plans, specifications, and international codes. Provides direction and supervision to the Administration/Operations, Building Inspections, Code Enforcement, Residential/Commerical Plan Review, Public Right-of-Way, Zoning Enforcement, and Geographic Information System, sub-divisions of the Building Development Division. Assists the Director with all departmental functions. Performs executive level responsibilities in the administration and operations of the Building Development Services. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Provides direction, coordination, and monitoring of the operations for Building Administration Division, Building Inspections, Zoning Enforcement, Right-of-Way, Building Development Review, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) sub-divisions.
• Assists staff in the review of all construction plans for residential, commercial buildings, and subdivisions, including street design, water and wastewater systems, and drainage and elevations when conflicts exist and makes final decisions.
• Works with all City departments and other governmental agencies to achieve successful coordination and permits for all engineering and construction projects.
• Meets with engineers and contractor entities to ensure preliminary designs meet all building codes, engineering principles, city ordinances, state and federal laws. 
• Writes ordinances that pertain to Building, Zoning, Right-of-Way, Geographic Information System, One Stop Shop, and Land Development Code.
• Makes presentations to the general public, city administration, and Mayor & City Council.
• Must attend City Council meetings on behalf of the Planning & Zoning Director when absent.
• Assists the Director with hiring within division; provides and ensures all 49 staff members receive proper training on Naviline permitting system, AVOLVE Plan Review system, AS400 accounting system, and maintain current ICC Licenses.
•  Prepares Building Development Services division budget and CIP for all six (6) sub-divisions, prepare and monitor accurate reports and documents (permits). 
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of: 

• Knowledge of principles and practices of construction, architecture, engineering, law, management, and code certifications
• Knowledge of state and local building and international codes as enforced by the city.
• Knowledge of public administration, personnel, budgeting, and public relations.
• Knowledge of governmental principles and techniques of organization, management, and personnel supervision
• Knowledge of Naviline, AVOLVE, and AS400 system software.
• Knowledge of public administration, personnel, budgeting, and public relations. 

Skills and Abilities: 

• Ability to understand the legal process, basis of City ordinances, and international codes and their implications and limitations within the law. 
• Ability to deal courteously and diplomatically with the public.
• Ability to speak before public groups and make presentations.
• Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established policy and procedures. 
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements

 Position will have the following exposures

• Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment Locations 

Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
 
 Never

• Warehouse environment

 Seldom

• Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site

 
 Sometimes

• Confined space 
• Vehicles

 
 Often

• Office or similar indoor environment

Exposures 

Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Never

• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
• Loud noises (85 decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Seldom

• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Communicable diseases

Sometimes

• Individuals who are hostile or irate

Travel 

Position will require the employee to travel

Never:

• International travel

Sometimes

• Local travel
• Regional travel
• National travel

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited* college or university in Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, Building Science, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field
• At least five (5) years of experience in construction, and/or as an architect, engineer, contractor, real estate developer, or superintendent of construction of which four (4) years must have been in a supervisory capacity. 

        *Council of Higher Education Accreditation (C.H.E.A.) 


Required Licenses or Certifications

• Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.



Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.



A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480, two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.



City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.

Salary : $101,608 - $127,026