Director Department Construction and Inspections
Director Department Construction and Inspections
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Position Description
Seattle is a progressive growing city butitsadministrative processes for building have become too cumbersome and complicated hindering our ability tobuild.Transforming red tapeto efficientand effectivedesign review isthe challenge facingthecity and theSeattle Department ofConstruction and Inspections(SDCI). SDCI administers City ordinances regulating building construction the use of land and housing. It supports key City priorities including delivering essential City services and building safer more just communities.We areseeking a transformative leader whobelieves in thepowerof governmentandtalents of public employeestosolve complex problemsefficiently andequitablytoleadSDCI inthis work.
SDCI reviews land use and constructionrelated permits annually approving more than 55000 permits and performing approximately 240000 onsite and 10000 virtual inspections. SDCIs work includes permit review and community involvement with Master Use Permits (MUPs); shoreline permits and design review; review and approval of permits for construction mechanical systems site development elevators electrical installation boilers furnaces refrigeration signs and billboards; field inspections for all construction and traderelated permits; annual maintenance inspections of boilers elevators and refrigeration equipment; and home seismic retrofits.
Accountable to the mayor thiscabinetlevel position leads a staff of over 460 employees and has administrative oversight of an annual operating budgetof$122million.
Job Responsibilities
TheDirector of the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections (SDCI)leadsthe departments employees in advancing the citys regulatory and compliance functions for building and land use.
The Director is accountable for:
Investing in Employee Development and Support Build a supportive work environment that values employees encourages innovation and recognizes the complexity of their roles. Ensure workload balance and professional growth opportunities to improve job satisfaction and retention.
AcceleratingHousing ProductionandAffordabilitySupport housing creation by clarifying regulations reducing approval delays and aligning permitting policies with Seattles housing and economic development priorities.
StreamliningPermittingandRegulatory Processes Improve efficiency transparency and predictability in permitting byeliminatingunnecessary barriers enhancing interdepartmental coordination and leading the implementation of the Mayors Permitting and Customer Service Team (PACT) a new centralized approach to permitting and customer service.
EnhancingCustomer ServiceandAccessibilitySet clear customer service standards and response time benchmarks ensuring they are consistently met. Expand virtual support explore inperson service counters and implement feedback tools to improve the permitting experience.
Fosteringa CustomerFocusedandInnovative WorkforcePromote a culture of problemsolving and innovation by investing in staff training empowering employees to enhance service delivery and ensuring consistency in permitting and inspections.
LeveragingDataandTechnology for EfficiencyImplement technology automation and datadriven tools to streamlinepermitreviews enhance accuracy and strengthen crossdepartmental coordination making the application process more efficient and userfriendly.
AligningRegulationsandPolicies for ClarityandConsistencyOversee a comprehensive review of outdated or conflicting regulations harmonize permitting policies across departments and ensure that rules are clear consistent and supportive of housing and business development.
SupportingSmall BusinessesandEconomic RevitalizationSimplify permitting for small businesses accelerate approvals for vacant storefronts and tenant improvements and collaborate with the Office of Economic Development to reduce barriers for business owners.
This is an opportunity to lead meaningful change in Seattles regulatory andpermittingprocesses ensuring the support to a growing vibrant andequitablecity
Qualifications
To the workthe Directorbringsa deep understanding ofbusiness processesandsystems witha history ofaligningpeople toaddress challenges throughcollaborationandunifiedaction. A skilled organizationalleader theyfacilitateswift issue resolution andmaintainhigh service standards.Theyarea decisive fair and diplomatic leader whomotivates others respects diverse perspectives and ensuresequitableand efficientoutcomes. Consistency openness and responsiveness are priorities and they personally set the example throughout the organization and community.
Additional Information
The DirectorSeattle Department ofConstruction and Inspection Services is appointed by theMayor confirmed bya majority ofthe City Council and is subject to reappointment and reconfirmation every four years.
Salary:The salary range for this position is currently $187753 $309692$89.92/hour $148.36/hour) and isdeterminedby City ordinance. The salary range for this role has been identified as $250000 $309692annually $119.73/hour $148.36/hour). This fulltime positionisclassified as an Executive 4is authorized for relocationassistanceand is not covered by the Civil Service System.
Due to the fiduciary nature of the work job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process including the completion of a detailed background check. The background check will involve an extensive criminal history check which includes conviction and arrest records and a driving history review in compliance with Seattles Fair Chance Employment OrdinanceSMC 14.17. Applicants will be provided with an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
Benefits:The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation holiday and sick leave as well as medical dental vision life and longterm disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the Citys website at: Environment:This is an inoffice position with limitedopportunity for remote work. The Director will attend meetings at locations outside of the office andmaybe requiredto work nights evenings or weekends.
Application Process:To be consideredsubmita resume and cover letter through the Citys application portal. We encourage you to use your cover letter to discuss why you want to lead theDepartment of Constructions and Inspectionsand your vision forthe department. Your resume should be comprehensive and summarize the talent experience knowledge and skills you bring to this critical leadership role.Applications received by TuesdayMay 13 2025 at 4:00PM PST will receive first consideration. The position will remain open to application until the position is filled.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation toparticipatein the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact Pam Inch at to request accommodation.
Who may apply:This position is open to all individuals whose experience skills and abilities are aligned with the qualifications presented above. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race color creed national origin ancestry sex marital status disability religious or political affiliation age sexual orientation medical condition or pregnancy. The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply including people of color immigrants refugees women LGBTQ people with disabilities veterans and those with diverse life experiences.
If you have questions please contact Pam Inch Senior Executive Recruiter at.
Additionalinformation about theSeattle Department of Construction and InspectionsSDCI is available at: Experience:
Director
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Full-Time
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