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Chief Building Inspector

Job Description:

DEFINITION 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 the top level management position which provides direction and supervision for the county's building inspection, plan checking, and code enforcement functions.

REPORTS TO Director of Public Works

CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED Building Inspector I, II, III and Fiscal Assistant I, II, III Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 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 consultations 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. Knowledge of: Practices, tools, equipment, and materials used in the general construction trades. Accepted safety standards and methods of building construction. Qualities of various construction materials. 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. Budget development and control. Principles of management, supervision, training, and employee evaluation. Desired skills: Plan, organize, manage, and direct county building inspection, plan checking, and code enforcement functions. Provide supervision, training, and work evaluation for 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.

Requirements:

Five years of responsible building inspection experience, preferably including experience in a lead, supervisory, or management position. Special Requirements: Possession of a valid and appropriate California driver's license. Possession of certification, training, and education pursuant to Chapter 7, Part 2.5 of Division 13 of the California Health and Safety Code.

Application Procedures:

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