Building & Safety Services Manager (Building Official) en City of Lompoc, CA
City of Lompoc, CA · Lompoc, Estados Unidos De América · Onsite
- Senior
- Oficina en Lompoc
About the Department
THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR A CURRENT VACANCY. Interested applicants must submit on-line application -- NO paper applications will be accepted.
Under general direction, to plan, organize, and direct activities of the Building and Safety Services Section of the Fire Department Life Safety Division including plan checks, related inspections, and to perform related work as required.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS: The Building and Safety Services Manager is designated as the Building Official and responsible for management of the Building and Safety Services Section of the Fire Department's Life Safety Division. This Section is responsible for all building regulation services and programs, including: plan checking, electrical, structural, plumbing, mechanical, and other relevant codes and regulations. The incumbent is involved in a high level of contact with contractors and the general public. The incumbent receives direction from the Fire Chief, or his designee, on policy and day-to-day operations.
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Under general direction, to plan, organize, and direct activities of the Building and Safety Services Section of the Fire Department Life Safety Division including plan checks, related inspections, and to perform related work as required.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS: The Building and Safety Services Manager is designated as the Building Official and responsible for management of the Building and Safety Services Section of the Fire Department's Life Safety Division. This Section is responsible for all building regulation services and programs, including: plan checking, electrical, structural, plumbing, mechanical, and other relevant codes and regulations. The incumbent is involved in a high level of contact with contractors and the general public. The incumbent receives direction from the Fire Chief, or his designee, on policy and day-to-day operations.
EXAMINATION PROCESS: Based upon screening of the City application, résumé, and responses to supplemental questions, applicants whose qualifications best meet the requirements of the position will be invited to the examination process. This process may include, but is not limited to: written examination, panel interview and/or performance examination, which consists of an evaluation of some of the essential knowledge, skills, abilities, and job related experience listed below. Those candidates who pass the examination process are placed on an eligibility list from which the final selection will be made.
SELECTION PROCESS: As authorized by City policy, applicants being considered for hire in this position are subject to fingerprinting for purposes of investigating criminal history background, as part of the employment screening process. Appointment is subject to successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination (based upon job-related physical standards) by a City-designated physician.
Failure in any one part of the examination or selection processes will disqualify a candidate from further consideration.
Position Duties
The following duties are typical of this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
- Plans, directs, develops and manages comprehensive programs relating to building inspection, activities falling within the Section.
- Develops, implements, and monitors policies, goals, objectives, and priorities in compliance with governing laws, regulations and guidelines.
- Coordinates the activities of the Section with other City programs and activities.
- Reviews building plans to determine compliance with codes, regulations, and ordinances.
- Claculates fees and issues permits.
- Coordinates building activities with other City divisions and outside agencies.
- Prepares reports and recommendations to the City Council.
- Makes recommendations to the Fire Chief, Fire Marshal, City Manager and public officials.
- Provides technical advice to builders and the general public.
- Investigates complaints of code and ordinance violations and other unsafe conditions.
- May conduct field inspections of building projects.
- Coordinates with the Fire Marshal in evaluating existing fire safety conditions and federal, state, and local codes applicable to fire safety.
- Recommends policies, procedures, and ordinance revisions as necessary.
- Develops the building services work plan for review and approval.
- Monitors work flow.
- Reviews and evaluates work products and procedures. Meets with architects and builders to discuss plans, code compliance and changes in plans, serves as secretary to the Uniform Code Board of Appeals.
- Approves utility connections.
- Trains staff.
- Performs related work as required.
PERIPHERAL FUNCTIONS: Use and operate computers and various office equipment; database software; small hand tools; motor vehicle; portable radio and cellular telephone.
If you are unable to perform the essential functions of the position for which you are applying, either with or without reasonable accommodation, please notify Human Resources at (805) 875-8208.
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination of training, education and experience which demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of the position. The typical qualifying entrance background is Bachelor's degree in architecture, building/construction technology, engineering, fire protection engineering, or a related field AND four (4) years in plan checking and/or the enforcement of building codes; preferably with a public agency. Prior experience with a public agency working with Fire Codes is highly desirable.
- Substitution: Qualifying experience in building trades, construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field may be substituted for up to two (2) years of college course work on the basis of two (2) years of qualifying experience for one (1) year of college.
LICENSE REQUIRED: Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver's License. Possession of Building Inspector and Plans Examiner Certifications by the International Conference of Building Officials; and possession of OR ability to obtain certification as a Building Official by the Council of American Building Officials, within nine (9) months of appointment. Possession of ICBO/AACE and/or SCACEO certificates is highly desirable.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Principles, practices, methods, materials, techniques, and safety standards of building construction, building inspection, and structural design for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings
- Building plumbing, electrical, mechanical, life safety, energy, housing, zoning, codes and related laws and regulations
- Principles and practices of plan checking and plan review processes
- Basic principles and practices of civil and structural engineering
- General principles of supervision and training
- Methods and techniques of conflict resolution
- Research and report writing techniques
- Research methodology and data collection techniques
- Records management principles and practices
- Appropriate safety precautions and procedures
- Modern office practices, methods, computer equipment and computer applications
- Standard and accepted English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation
- Techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
ABILITY TO:
- Recommend and implement goals, objectives, and practices for providing effective and efficient services
- Manage and monitor complex projects, on-time and within budget
- Supervise and train staff in work procedures
- Evaluate and develop improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods
- Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques
- Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials
- Analyze, interpret, summarize, and present administrative and technical information and data in an effective manner
- Interpret, apply, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations
- Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations and prepare effective technical staff reports
- Take a proactive approach to problem solving
- Use good judgment and make sound recommendations
- Work independently
- Effectively represent the Section and the City in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations and in meetings with individuals
- Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems
- Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner
- Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines
- Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs
- Effectively communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
- Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines
- Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Other Qualifications
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL/PSYCHOLOGICAL DEMANDS: The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL: Strength Category: Medium-exert force of 20-50 pounds occasionally, 10-25 pounds frequently or up to 10 pounds constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects. Frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping and sitting. Occasional fingering, typing, crouching, climbing stairs, ladders and scaffolding, reaching at, above, and below shoulder level, extending neck upward, downward and side-to-side, pushing, pulling, and twisting at the waist. On rare occasion crawls, kneels, handles, grips and grasps. Vision: visual acuity sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position. Hearing: effectively hear/comprehend oral instructions and communication.
MENTAL/PSYCHOLOGICAL: Work cooperatively and interact appropriately with those contacted in the course of work, including City staff, governmental agencies, officials, vendors, contractors, and the general public, without exhibiting extreme responses; respond appropriately to criticism from supervisor; read/comprehend complex material; utilize complex math skills; utilize complex writing skills; understand, remember and carry out complex, detailed job instructions; communicate effectively orally and in writing; respond quickly to changing priorities; work under pressure; and work within deadlines.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Works indoors frequently and outdoors occasionally. Frequently works alone, occasionally works with others. Noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office, and moderate to loud in the field. Frequently exposed to slippery or uneven walking surfaces, and drives City vehicle. Occasional use of computer, working at unprotected heights, around machinery, and exposure to dust and fumes. On rare occasion exposed to gases and odors, excessive noises, electrical energy, solvents, grease or oil, flames/smoke, and extreme temperatures.
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