Chief Building Official- Community Development (1024)

Salary : Depends on Qualifications

Location : Flagstaff, AZ

Job Type : Regular Full Time

Job Number : 0804278

Department : Community Development

Opening Date : 11 / 15 / 2024

Nature of Work

Coconino County promotes a transformational leadership philosophy which elicits employee growth, cultivates inspiration and creates future leaders by empowering employees to solve internal and external customer needs and exceed customer service expectations. As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments. Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization. Come be part of this optimistic, innovative team where outstanding customer service creates dynamic solutions and engages leadership at every level.

Under general supervision performs professional and supervisory work of considerable difficulty in the administration of construction plan review and inspections; perform related work as required.

Typical Duties

Illustrative Only)

• Plans, coordinates and supervises the enforcement of building safety codes
• Provides leadership and supervises staff
• Performs construction plans review
• Develops policies and standards
• Communicates with applicants and interested parties regarding code compliance
• Assures consistent interpretation, implementation and enforcement of codes
• Reviews new codes
• Investigates and resolves complaints
• Represents the department in legal hearings, public meetings, and interagency workgroups
• Prepares and maintains records and reports

Essential functions include but are not limited to : driving; standing; walking; working with and around others including co-workers, customers and supervisor; dealing with interruptions; repetitive motions (hand / wrist) for computer work; vision acuity (near and far) for computer work; hearing and speech for ordinary communication; and touch (finger dexterity).

Minimum Qualifications

Five years of progressively responsible experience in building inspection and construction plan review, with two years in a supervisory capacity.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS :

Must possess ICC Certified Building Official Certificate.

Note : Individuals in exempt classifications as part time employees may be classified as non-exempt per FLSA law regarding minimum weekly salary requirements.

This position is safety sensitive.

This position is exempt from overtime.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Employee Benefits

Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits

package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes :

Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)

Elective Coverage

Do you have five years of progressively responsible experience in building inspection and construction plan review, with two years in a supervisory capacity? If so, please ensure this is reflective in your application.

Please list any certificates you have obtained throughout your career that may pertain to this position.

Please describe your leadership style. What are the strengths of this style?

Please describe your experience working with diverse populations within your staff, department and community.

Required Question