Building Services Manager

Salary : $161,616.00 - $196,908.00 Annually
Location : Fresno
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26RD00015
Department: Planning and Development Department
Division: Permit Center
Opening Date: 07/20/2026
Closing Date: 9/10/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: 14A


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Position Description
Position Description

The City of Fresno is currently recruiting for a Building Services Manager. Under direction of the Assistant Director of Planning & Development, the incumbent will plan, organize, and manage the operations of the Building Services Division, including plan check and inspection services, and will serve as the City Building Official in providing enforcement and interpretation of all state and local building codes, ordinances and regulations related to life, health and safety of the citizens of the City as it relates to the construction, use, and occupancy of structures.
The Building Services Manager manages comprehensive activities within the assigned programs of the Building and Safety Services Division. Incumbents oversee subordinate staff, including professional engineers. Selects, trains, directs, prepares performance evaluations, and recommends disciplinary actions for subordinate staff.
THE DIVISION :

Building and Safety Services is responsible for permit processing, plan review, and inspections for public and private projects. The team provides public counter services, plan review for residential projects and commercial projects, and field inspections for code compliance during the construction phase of a project. The Permits Center includes public counter processes o and public services; comprehensive plan checking for residential, commercial, and industrial projects; permit issuance; and specialty inspection support services as required. The Inspection Services Program includes comprehensive inspection services for residential, commercial, and industrial projects; and specialty plan check services as required. The Land and Engineering program processes various types of subdivision maps, development agreements, land development covenants and administers water, sewer and urban growth management fees as required.

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Plans, organizes, and manages staff engaged in the operation of plan review, inspection, and public counter services for enforcement of state and local codes, ordinances, and regulations related to life, health, safety, accessibility, structural, grading, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, energy efficiency, and green building.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures.
• Provides technical code interpretations and responds to engineers, architects, and members of the construction industry; renders decisions related to application of state and local codes and regulations and provides acceptable solutions to complex design and construction issues.
• Establishes and provides written policies and procedures related to the implementation and enforcement of state and local codes and regulations.
• Plans, organizes and manages staff engaged in official mapping records administration, development impact fee administration, special permit and plan review for public easement and infrastructure entitlements, geographical information system applications, permit management system land database inputs, quality control of official addresses, public sewer and water utility connections, and processing of various types of maps.
• Compiles statistical data and prepares reports related to building permit activity used by various federal, state, and local agencies.
• Provides leadership role to enforce all federal, state, and local building regulations.
• Participates in the preparation and monitoring of the Building and Safety budget; participates in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; implements adjustments.
• Engages in plan check, front counter, and inspection services as required.
• Provides preliminary review of major or complex projects with design professionals and customers.
• Serve as the liaison for the Building Services Division with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves sensitive and controversial issues.
• Acts as the Secretary to the Building Standards Appeals Board as required by California Building Code.
• Attends and participates in various City Council, Planning Commission, Building Appeals Commission and other related meetings to represent department/division on various project, code, and policy issues.

In addition, the incumbent will provide leadership in the development, implementation, and assessment of operational goals, policies, and procedures, and will provide oversight in the implementation of various work plans in support of Building Services. The incumbent must be able to effectively manage inspection programs while working collaboratively with the community, stakeholders, and other City departments.
The City is seeking a strong leader who is highly motivated and organized and possesses the ability to accomplish goals with a high degree of diplomacy, compassion and sound independent judgment.
This is an unclassified position in which the incumbent serves at the will of the Assistant Director and Department Director.
The Requirements
Education :

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or a related field (Graduate Degree desirable);
AND
Experience:

Four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative or management experience in one or more of the following areas: architecture, engineering, construction, code enforcement, permit or plan review, inspection, land division and development, or a related field.
Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for year basis, up to a maximum of two (2) years.
Special Requirement(s):

Certification as a Certified Building Official (C.B.O.) by the International Code Council (ICC) is

required.
Valid registration as a Professional Engineer, Civil Engineer or Architect by the State of California is desirable.
Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California driver's license is required at time of appointment.
Selection Process

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.
A select group of candidates will be invited to interview for this position.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io in advance of the examination.
How To Apply

For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the tab. For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason.

Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application.

For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for. Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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Bargaining Unit 14

Management Confidential

City of Fresno Profession Employees Association (CFMEA)
BENEFIT

DESCRIPTION

HEALTH INSURANCE

The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT

IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION

Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings. The City will reimburse up to $75 per month if contributing $75 per month or greater.

ANNUAL LEAVE
Accrue 15.55 - 18.83 hours per month based on years of service not to exceed 840 hours and cash out provisions.

LIFE INSURANCE

Benefit equal to annual salary with a maximum of $150,000; premium paid by the City.

MANAGEMENT LEAVE

60 hours per fiscal year with cash out provisions.

HOLIDAYS

10 City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and 2 personal days.

LONG TERM DISABILITY

Benefit equal to 66.66% of monthly salary up to $7,500 per month after 30 days of disability; premium paid by the City.

BILINGUAL PREMIUM

$100 per month upon approved certification

HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT (HRA)

Eligible retirees can use the remaining Sick Leave balance, in excess of 240 hours, at 80% of hourly rate and other qualified leave balances, tax free, to reimburse health insurance premiums and other qualified medical expenses.

RETIREMENT - City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.


DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits include ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.
Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at
Please note that the benefits package described above is specific to permanent full-time employees. Employees engaged on a part-time, temporary, limited, or other basis may have different entitlements.
01


Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, construction management, architecture, or a related field (Graduate Degree desirable)?

• Yes
• No

02


Did you upload a copy of your degree and/or transcripts with your application? If you are qualifying with education, you must provide verification of your educational credentials before submitting your application.

• Yes
• No

03


Please indicate the number of years of experience you have in progressively responsible administrative or management experience in one or more of the following areas: architecture, engineering, construction, code enforcement, permit or plan review, inspection, land division and development, or a related field. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A."

• Eight (8) years or more
• Seven (7) years but less than eight (8) years.
• Six (6) years but less than six (5) years
• Five (5) years but less than six (6) years
• Four (4) years but less than three (3) years
• N/A

04


Please describe your (4) years of progressively responsible administrative or management experience in one or more of the following areas: architecture, engineering, construction, code enforcement, permit or plan review, inspection, land division and development, or a related field.in the text box below
05


Do you possess a valid certification as a Certified Building Official (C.B.O.) by the International Code Council (ICC)?

• Yes
• No

Required Question