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ABOUT THE POSITION
- BUILDING OFFICIALMONTHLY SALARY: $8922 $11641PLUS AN EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE
THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO FILL A FULLTIME VACANCIES IN THECOMMUNITY DEVELOPMENTS BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISIONAND TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST TO BE USED FOR FUTURE VACANCIES.
The examination process will consist of a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore it is to your advantage to provide as much detailed and relevant work experience. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of the application materials. Please note that only applicants who are deemed most qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process.RECRUITMENT SCHEDULEApplication Deadline: Continuous until filled.First Review: Monday August 7 2023**All dates are subject to change at the discretion of Human Resources and may close at any time with or without prior notice**SUMMARY: Under general direction plans oversees coordinates and manages the staff and operations of the Building Division; ensures City structures are built and inspections are conducted in compliance with federal state and local building codes; plans supervises and performs complex inspections of residential commercial and industrial properties to determine compliance with federal state and local codes regulations and ordinances; provides complex and responsible support to the Director of Community Development.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following representative duties knowledge and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodation will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
- Manages the daily functions operations and activities of the Building Division including the Citys plan check permitting inspections and record keeping procedures and processes; and oversees professional service contracts.
- Participates in the development of goals objectives policies and procedures for assigned services and programs; recommends and implements policies and procedures including standard operating procedures for assigned operations.
- Oversees the review of building plans calculations and specifications for proposed structures. Performs for technical complex plan checks.
- Provides information on building regulations permits procedures developments and related matters and drafts code regulations.
- Reviews building and construction plans for compliance with adopted codes and requirements; reviews and approves development applications in accordance with City standards and issues permits.
- Conducts commercial and industrial inspections of more complex private development projects to ensure compliance with code requirements.
- Issues corrective action notices certificates of occupancy stop work orders citations and other various required notices; prepares and issues complex legal notices to maintain public safety and assist other City departments when necessary with enforcement of building and public nuisances.
- Resolves field and office concerns or conflicts regarding the application and/or interpretation of codes and regulations.
- Addresses complaints regarding activities of the Building Plan Check and Inspection Services and takes or directs appropriate corrective action.
- Reviews plans and technical documents for compliance with City regulations and ordinances; prepares drafts of ordinances of current codes and other ordinances for adoption as needed provides professional evaluations and reports as appropriate; produces professional quality staff reports presentations and recommendations on planning issues; develops solutions to issues and resolves conflicts; assists in the development of ordinances and regulations as appropriate.
- Represents the Building Division at City Council Planning Commission other Commissions and at professional and public meetings as required.
- Prepares and administers the division operating budget and work plans; identifies resource needs; prepares detailed cost estimates with appropriate justifications; monitors expenditures.
- Solicits public and municipal input regarding code changes; evaluates and makes recommendations pertaining to the application of State unform model codes and local code amendments affecting the Building Department.
- Participates in the selection of trains directs motivates and evaluates assigned personnel; works with employees to correct deficiencies; recommends and implements discipline and termination procedures; interprets City policies and procedures to employees.
- Supports the relationship between the City of Rosemead and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of workrelated issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education Training and Experience Guidelines:
Equivalent to a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering architecture construction or a related field. At least five 5 years of increasingly responsible experience in design construction and/or inspection of public commercial industrial and residential buildings including two 2 years in a supervisory capacity.
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of organization administration budgeting and personnel management; organization and functions of the various trades agencies and organizations involved in the construction process.
- Principles and practices of the California Building Plumbing Mechanical and Electrical Codes other uniform codes State Title 24 laws relating to disabled access and pertinent State and City codes and ordinances and regulations.
- Principles of structural design plan checking building inspection architectural plan review energy standards and disabled access or Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- Computer applications in building.
- Relationship of Building Division to other City departments/divisions.
Skill in:
- Supervising building inspectors plans examiners and related personnel.
- Resolving building inspections related problems; deal effectively with contractors developers architects engineers representatives from public agencies and the general public; operate computer equipment; communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
- Reading detailed plans and specifications to determine compliance with appropriate codes.
- Analyze complex administrative problems evaluate alternatives and make creative recommendations.
- Understanding and applying relevant rules ordinances codes regulations policies procedures administrative orders and other governing regulations. Planning prioritizing and completing assignments with minimum supervision.
- Communicating effectively verbally and in writing. This includes writing professional reports and correspondence from brief instructions and making presentations.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other team members general public elected officials special interest groups advocates and representatives from other regional agencies.
- Dealing tactfully and courteously with the general public and others seeking information about City functions and activities.
License and Certification Requirements:
Must possess or have the ability to obtain an appropriate California Drivers License and a satisfactory driving record. Certification from the International Code Council as a Building Official. Registered with the State of California as an architect civil engineer or structural engineer.
Physical Demands and Working Environment:
Work is usually performed in a standard office environment; may vary according to job assignment. May be required to travel to various sites locations and/or events. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours; employees are required to assume duties of a disaster worker in the event of a locally declared emergency.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Employment Type
Full-Time
