Building Inspection Supervisor

JOIN THE CITY OF ORANGE AS OUR BUILDING INSPECTION SUPERVISOR!

This recruitment is ongoing and may close without notice.

A first review of applications will take place on Monday, June 10th.

Under general direction, the Building Inspection Supervisor plans, schedules, coordinates training, assigns, and reviews the work of building inspection staff within the Community Development Department; supervises, plans, and coordinates a comprehensive building inspection program, combination inspections of residential, commercial, and industrial building sites to enforce building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, housing, and environmental codes, and other governing laws and ordinances, including zoning, grading, fire, and safety regulations; ensures conformance with approved plans, specifications, standards, permits, and licensing; provides complex staff assistance to departmental management staff in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required.

Why work for the City of Orange?

• Employees enjoy the perks of working within Old Towne Orange where our Metrolink, parks, shops, and restaurants are all just a short walk away!

• You will have every other Friday OFF! This role offers a "9/80 work schedule" which means we work 9-hour days Monday through Thursday, and just an 8-hour day every other Friday. That equates to 26 Fridays off per year!

• Your retirement will include a pension through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

• We provide a generous amount towards the purchase of healthcare insurance plans, but if you do not need insurance through the City, you will be eligible for a portion of that money as income.

• We offer Tuition Reimbursement benefits, and we are a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

• Our Wellness Program offers reimbursement for various wellness expenses including gym memberships, weights, and exercise equipment, providing employees with resources, social support, and strategies to adopt and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

• Historically, City Hall is closed between Christmas Day through New Year's Day for a holiday break, wherein City employees may utilize accrued paid time off (subject to City Council approval).

In the City of Orange's Community Development Department, you can:

• Expand the scope of your professional experience and abilities through working on a wide variety of projects.

• Perform work that protects and promotes the built environment and cultural history of the community.

• Engage with staff from all City departments and community members who are passionate about Orange.

• Be part of a team that embraces having fun while being productive at work.

The following duties represent the principal job duties; however, they are not all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of various positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, coordinates training, and reviews the work of building inspection staff within the Building and Safety Division; trains staff in work procedures; evaluates employee performance, counsels employees, and effectively recommends initial disciplinary action; assists in selection and promotion.

• Monitors activities of the building inspection work unit; recommends improvements and modifications and prepares various reports on activities and projects; recommends and assists in the implementation of goals and objectives; implements policies and procedures.

• Determines and recommends staffing needs for assigned activities and projects; participates in the annual budget preparation; prepares detailed cost estimates with appropriate justifications, as required; maintains a variety of records and prepares routine reports of work performance.

• Answers questions and provides information to the public; investigates complaints; recommends corrective actions to resolve issues.

• Supervises and performs field inspections of new and existing residential, commercial, and industrial properties for conformance to codes, regulations, plans, specifications, and standards related to foundations, framing, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, housing, soil testing, access, life safety, and other functional elements.

• Confers with and provides information to developers, engineers, architects, property owners, contractors, and others regarding code requirements and alternatives; attends pre-construction meetings.

• Oversees and participates in investigating complaints regarding substandard housing, existing buildings, and new construction to buildings to determine if code violations or problem conditions exist.

• Oversees the preparation of notices of violation or noncompliance and citations according to applicable codes and regulations; issues letters to property owners notifying them of violations.

• Coordinates the writing of "stop work" orders for work being done without permits or in an unsafe manner.

• Supervises and conducts follow-up investigations to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances; establishes and maintains accurate and complete case files; prepares documents and evidence for court proceedings and testifies in hearings and court proceedings, as necessary.

• Supervises, prepares and maintains a variety of correspondence, reports, correction notices, and other written materials.

• Represents the City in meetings with members of other public and private organizations, community groups, contractors, developers, and the public.

• Provides technical and administrative assistance to the Building & Safety Manager; develops, prepares, and presents reports, surveys, and performs other administrative activities; recommends and assists in drafting building and related code changes within City guidelines.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, discipline, and the training of staff in work procedures.

• Basic principles and practices of budget development, administration, and accountability.

• 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, and related codes.

• Concepts and practices of non-structural plan review.

• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, regulations, and departmental policies governing the construction of assigned projects, as well as enforcement of housing codes.

• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices necessary in the area of building inspection and construction.

• Mathematical principles including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.

• Principles and procedures of record keeping.

• Modern office practices, methods, computer equipment and computer applications.

• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.

• Techniques for dealing effectively with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff, in person and over the telephone.

• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to public and City staff, in person and over the telephone.

Ability to:

• Assist in developing and implementing goals, objectives, practices, policies, procedures, and work standards.

• Supervise, train, plan, organize, schedule, assign, review, and evaluate the work of staff.

• Analyze, interpret, apply, and ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, regulations, codes, and departmental policies governing the construction and inspection of buildings, as well as code enforcement of housing codes.

• Identify problems, research and analyze relevant information, and develop and present recommendations and justification for solutions.

• Perform the most complex building inspection duties.

• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.

• Review and analyze construction plans, specifications, and maps for conformance with City standards and policies.

• Detect faulty materials and workmanship and determine the stage of construction during which defects are most easily found and remedied.

• Coordinate and deal with contractors, engineers, and property owners, as well as investigate code violations and respond to inquiries and complaints in a fair, tactful, and timely manner.

• Respond to complaints or inquiries from citizens, staff, and outside organizations.

• Read, understand, and interpret construction blueprints, plans, and specifications.

• Prepare clear, effective, and accurate reports, correspondence, change orders, specifications, and other written materials.

• Effectively represent the department and the City in meetings with other departments, public and private organizations, and individuals.

• Maintain accurate and precise records.

• Make accurate mathematic computations.

• Make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines.

• 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.

• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.

• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.

• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade supplemented by college-level coursework in construction technology, building inspection, or a related field.

Five (5) years of responsible experience inspecting residential, commercial, or industrial buildings.

Two (2) years of lead or supervisory experience, and/or more than 10 years of responsible experience inspecting residential, commercial, or industrial buildings.

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid California class C driver license with satisfactory driving record and automobile insurance.

Certification from the International Code Council (ICC) in all four aspects of Building Construction Inspection (i.e., building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical) must be obtained within one (1) year of appointment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to inspect various commercial and residential development sites, including traversing uneven terrain, climbing ladders, stairs, and other temporary or construction access points; to attend meetings and to operate a motor vehicle; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and make inspections; color vision to identify materials, structures, wires, and pipes; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone.  This is partially a sedentary office and partially a field operations classification; frequent standing in work areas and walking between work areas is required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.   Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.  Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 40 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS

Employees partly work in the office and partly in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes.  Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives and contractors in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All employees of the City of Orange are designated by both State law and City ordinance to be "Disaster Service Workers."  In the event of a declared emergency or any undeclared emergency or natural disaster that threatens the life, health and/or safety of the public, employees may be assigned to assist rescue and relief workers.  Such assignments may be in locations, during hours and performing work significantly different from the employees' normal work assignments and may continue through the recovery phase of the emergency.

CITY MISSION, VISION, AND VALUES

Incumbents in all City positions are expected to exhibit the behavior characteristics reflected in the City's Mission, Vision, and Values statements in the performance of their duties: The City of Orange is committed to excellent service for our residents, businesses, and visitors.  As an organization, the City of Orange is the leader in delivering the highest level of service to meet current and future needs of the community.  The City's values include Teamwork, Integrity, and Excellence.