Chief Building Inspector

Responsible for supervising the daily activities of assigned inspectors and performing complex inspections.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

DUTIES

Prioritize and assign workload to building inspectors to facilitate the efficient use of time and resources. Coordinate safety meetings and in-house training. Manage after-hour inspections and emergency inspections. Regularly accompany inspectors to evaluate performance on construction sites, providing guidance to ensure consistency. Provide interpretation of City codes and adopted standards and reviews code revisions. Provide departmental reports, including but not limited to, work performance reports, third party and engineering reports as appropriate. Perform field inspections of public and private construction and improvements for violations and compliance of plans, standards, specifications, regulations, permits, zoning and/or City code ordinances; inspects, approves, and rejects phases of construction. Prepare and issue verbal warnings, violation notices, and stop work orders on construction projects that are non-compliant with City standards and/or other applicable regulations; schedule and conduct formal hearings; maintain case files regarding inspections and violations; prepare monthly report files. Review and interpret approved construction plans, specifications, and special provisions as a basis for monitoring construction activities. Facilitate and attend pre-construction meetings and address concerns of interested parties, including contractors and citizens. Collaborate with other City departments regarding projects and areas of overlap. Receive and respond to concerns and complaints from contractors, engineers, departments, business owners, homeowners, citizens, and/or other interested parties. Perform project audits, documenting, compiling, and analyzing project information on an annual basis.

SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES

Select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff; recommend assignment/assignment change, retention, discipline, and dismissal. Develop, manage, and monitor budget; maintain accurate budget reporting; ensure that operations are cost-effective, and funds are managed wisely.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

SAFETY

Ensure equipment is in safe operating condition; perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment, as appropriate and/or notify leadership immediately of needed repairs. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing; operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures. Promptly report unsafe conditions in the work area and/or any conditions that are not immediately correctable to leadership.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Safety Sensitive (Subject to random drug testing): Yes. Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; use of hand and power tools, standard electrical equipment, and use of motor vehicle; wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching. Lifting: Lifting no more than 50 pounds and carrying up to 25 pounds. Environment: Works in an office setting and outside with exposure to sun, heat, cold, humidity, and inclement weather, noise, dust, no/low light, insects, poison oak/ivy, debris, confined spaces, mold, chemicals, odors, heights, potentially hazardous conditions, steep slopes, uneven ground, and rough terrain; occasionally requires irregular and/or prolonged hours. Travel: Travel to City of Denton buildings and professional meetings as required. Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position. Must be able to work after normal business hours, holidays, and weekends, as needed. Must be able to work overtime, as needed. Must be available to be on stand-by callouts. Must attend regularly scheduled and special meetings. Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

CORE VALUES

Inclusion Collaboration Quality Service Strategic Focus Fiscal Responsibility

TOP TIER BENEFITS

Medical, dental, and vision coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans Employee Health Clinic Paid Vacation Days and Paid Holidays Retirement Plan

EEO STATEMENT

The City of Denton is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the City of Denton to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. All employment decisions, including decisions regarding recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, advancement, discipline, discharge, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are made without regard to any lawfully protected class, status, characteristic, or activity.

ADA/EOE/ADEA

This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. E-Verify The City of Denton participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalent; and, Five (5) years’ experience in building inspection or related field; and, Must have or obtain a valid Plumbing Inspector’s license issued by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners upon hire; and, Must have ten (10) valid International Code Council (ICC) certifications; and, Must have or complete and pass Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses 100, 200, and 700 within 18 months of employment; OR Any combination of related education and experience that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The list below represents the knowledge, skill, and/or ability to perform this job successfully: Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local Government laws, ordinances, and regulations. Knowledge of project management principles, including the ability to review and recommend project improvements based on scope and budget. Skill in analyzing, researching, interpreting, and understanding policies, laws, and regulations and to provide workable recommendations and solutions that maintain compliance. Skill in moderate problem solving; identifying problems and reviewing related information to develop, evaluate options, and implement solutions. Skill at the intermediate level, working with applicable Microsoft Office 365 products, and other software systems to complete work. Skill in providing exceptional service to internal and external customers. Skill in interpersonal relationships, including using tact, patience, and courtesy. Skill in building inspection techniques. Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and/or other related construction documents. Skill in reading and comprehending highly technical or specialized materials. Ability to communicate effectively, both in oral and written forms, for the needs of the audience. Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships. Ability to handle records and complex situations of a confidential nature. Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and confidentiality. Ability to work independently and/or with team environment while handling multiple tasks and changing priorities with attention to detail. Ability to motivate, mentor and train through direct and indirect influence. Ability to develop, understand, interpret, and apply rules, policies, and procedures operations. Ability to prepare budget documentation and to monitor expenditures to implement fiscal control and maintain budget compliance.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Must have and maintain a valid Class “C” Driver’s License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class “C” driver’s license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law). Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check, employment history verification, and social security number verification. Must have or obtain and maintain a valid Plumbing Inspector’s license issued by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners upon hire. Must have ten (10) valid ICC certifications. Must have or complete and pass FEMA NIMS courses 100, 200, and 700 within 18 months of employment. Must pass a physical inspection. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gfoat