Chief Building Official

Description

THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANYTIME AND WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

The posted salary reflects the 7% increase effective October 1, 2023. An additional 6% salary increase will occur in October 2024. Increased County contributions to medical will be in effect starting January 1, 2024.

Under general direction, to plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the building inspection and building code enforcement functions of the County; to train, supervise, and evaluate the work of subordinate staff; to provide consultation for building ordinance revision and development; to perform the most complex and sensitive inspection, plan review, and code enforcement work; to approve building permits; to answer questions regarding code enforcement and structural requirements for the public, architects, contractors, and engineers; and to do related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a single position classification for themed-level management position, which provides direction and supervision for the County's building inspection, plan checking, and code enforcement functions. The incumbent administers a comprehensive building plan check and inspection program in the County's unincorporated areas through the enforcement of Federal, State and County codes, ordinances and regulations.

Determines occupancy classification of buildings. Interprets building codes, makes final professional and technical determinations for building permit issuance and code enforcement.

REPORTS TO

Director Of Building and Planning

CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED

Building Inspector I, II, III

Code Enforcement Officer I, II, III

Permit Technician

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in office, outdoor, and driving environments; some assignments performed alone in remote locations; work is performed in varying temperatures; exposure to dust, chemicals, and gases; exposure to electrical currents; continuous contact with staff and the public.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; ability to walk in uneven terrain and on slippery surfaces; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; ability to crawl through various areas requiring movement on hands and knees; ability to climb, stoop, crouch, and kneel; lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX; operate an automobile.

Example of Duties

(The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.)

Plans, organizes, directs, and manages the County's building inspection, plan checking, and code enforcement functions

Supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned staff

Develops a unit budget and controls expenditures

Provides major input in the development and revision of County building ordinances

Develops and recommends changes in fee schedules

Serves on special committees and task forces

Oversees the development and maintenance of building inspection records

Performs the most complex and sensitive building inspection, plan checking, and enforcement functions

Provides consultation and assists staff with work problems and assignments

Approves the issue of building permits; provides advice and consultation to the public, contractors, architects, and engineers

Represents the County Building Inspection functions and policies with the Board of Supervisors, community organizations, other government agencies, and the general public.

Minimum Qualifications

Training and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Five years of responsible building inspection experience, preferably including experience in a lead, supervisory, or management position.

Special Requirements:

Possession or ability to obtain building inspector/plans examiner certification by ICBO/ICC as a building inspector

Ability to obtain certification as a California Building Official (CALBO)

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License.

Knowledge Of/Ability To

Knowledge of:

Thorough knowledge of the uniform codes effecting building inspection

Thorough knowledge of construction methods, building materials and tools and safety standards used in the general construction trades

Thorough knowledge of State and County regulations relating to the technical requirements for building permit applications and collection of fees for same

Building codes and ordinances enforceable by the County

Principles of mathematics related to the building trades.

Inspection methods and procedures

County code enforcement policies

Plan checking and review.

Working knowledge of principles and practices of management, supervision, training and employee evaluation

Working knowledge if seismic and energy considerations in the design and construction of building and structures

Some knowledge of the application of data processing to building inspection operations

Knowledge of the functional responsibilities of the planning process

Ability to:

Plan, organize, manage, and direct County building inspection, plan checking, and code enforcement functions.

Provide supervision, training, and work evaluation to assigned staff.

Perform the most complex inspection, plan checking and review, and code enforcement assignments.

Use and apply a wide scope of inspection methods and techniques.

Detect deviations from laws, regulations, and standard construction practices.

Read, interpret, and explain building plans, specifications, and codes.

Apply technical knowledge of building trades work.

Make mathematical calculations quickly and accurately.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Provide advice on acceptable construction methods and practices.

Enforce regulations with firmness and tact.

Prepare clear and concise reports.

Represent the County Building Inspection functions with the Board of Supervisors, community organizations, other government agencies, and the public.

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.