Building Official

Job Description

Job Description

Building Official

Department of Community Develoment

Makes a daily difference in the Campbell County organization and locality through: hard work, open and honest communication, ongoing improvement and accountability.

Performs with excellence, the following tasks, including but not limited to:

• Directs the operations of Building Inspections; oversees the collection of fees and issuance of permits.
• Supervises the inspection of buildings to determine adherence to standards of construction, in all applicable code areas;
• Determines compliance with handicapped accessibility standards for new construction and existing buildings and structures per building code requirements;
• Works with State and local Fire Marshal’s offices with plan reviews and periodic inspections of buildings for compliance with applicable fire codes.
• Assists and coordinates with the Zoning Office, Commissioner of Revenue and other local staff;
• Provides code books and materials for staff and advises of changes and certain requirements;
• Exercises supervision over technical and administrative personnel involved with obtaining compliance with established standards;
• Responsible for making final decisions on technical problems and disputes subject to administrative review by the proper authorities;
• Maintains adequate and proper records of all actions of the Department as required for code compliance;
• Assists the Director with administrative duties;
• Participates in the Project Evaluation Committee;
• Reviews permit applications and building plans for code compliance and approval;
• Performs onsite inspections to determine compliance with all applicable codes. Conducts investigations of nonconforming situations and complaints; coordinates with state enforcement officials as needed;
• Provides technical assistance to departmental personnel, contractors, builders, general public, Building Code Board of Appeals, Board of Supervisors, and others as requested;
• Responsible for initial and updated training for Code Enforcement Officers to insure compliance with state requirements and performance standards set by the County;
• Responsible for the care, maintenance, and cleanliness of any vehicle assigned, or in their care.
• Prepares budget recommendations and administers the approved budget for Building Inspections.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in administrative management or technical and structural engineering.
• Five years of progressively more responsible nature in construction and/or building inspection.
• Additional education and/or training may be substituted where applicable.
• Certifiable as a Building Official in the State of Virginia
• Valid Virginia Drivers’ License and be insurable under the County’s policy.
• Requires completion of National Incident Management System IS-700 and IS-100 within
• 90 days of employment.
• Requires completion of National Incident Management System IS-200 within 120 days of employment and ICS-300 within one year of employment (based on availability of scheduled classes).
• Desirable: Three years of supervisory experience.

Core Skill Sets:

• Thorough knowledge of state and local laws governing building construction, use and occupancy and the ability to apply this knowledge in the analysis and interpretation of construction plans and specifications;
• Thorough knowledge of approved methods and materials used in building construction and allied structural and mechanical work;
• Ability to interpret and enforce building codes firmly and tactfully and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, architects, property owners, employees and the public;
• General understanding and ability to utilize the County’s adopted software platform, including Microsoft Office Suite products and system software run on the County’s AS 400 computer system.

General Service Areas/Conditions: Work is performed both indoors and outdoors where uncomfortable conditions exist. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Some nights and weekends could be required as needed.