Deputy Building Commissioner

Description The City of Roanoke is seeking a Deputy Building Commissioner to review building plans and proposed construction (new or existing) for compliance with legal standards.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to reviewing building plans as part of the application and review process leading to the issuance of a construction permit for compliance with building and zoning code requirements and for application of safe construction design; providing training and seminars to inspectors, plan reviewers, design professionals, contractors and citizens on code related issues; and performing difficult technical and administrative work supervising the enforcement of the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and related ordinances.

The successful candidate will exercise supervision of other inspectors and coordinate work and inspections, with periodic reports to Building Commissioner; exercise supervision of other reviewers and coordinate work and reviews with periodic reports to Building Commissioner; and authorize issuance of permits for building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and fire protection work and supervises inspection of such work.

They will also coordinate with architects, engineers, property owners, and developers in the review of construction documents, problem solving, and project feasibility.

This position requires a high school diploma or general education degree (GED) and five or more years related experience and/or training in the building construction trade; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Possession of a valid appropriate driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia required.

The City of Roanoke is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA/M/F/Disability Employer.

To elevate the performance of the organization, we are committed to respecting, celebrating, and embracing the collective mixture of differences and similarities between our employees as a rich tapestry.

Our behaviors will demonstrate open communication, and we will seek opportunities to learn, recognizing and rewarding actions that promote acceptance while suspending judgment.

By doing this, we will foster an inclusive, open work environment that delivers excellent service and creates a more vibrant and inviting community.

This is an exempt position.

Examples of Duties SUMMARY Reviews building plans and proposed construction (new or existing) for compliance with legal standards.

Reviews building plans as part of the application and review process leading to the issuance of a construction permit for compliance with building and zoning code requirements and for application of safe construction design.

Provides training and seminars to inspectors, plan reviewers, design professionals, contractors and citizens on code related issues.

Performs difficult technical and administrative work supervising the enforcement of the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and related ordinances.

Exercises supervision of other inspectors and coordinates work and inspections, with periodic reports to Building Commissioner.

Exercises supervision of other reviewers and coordinates work and reviews with periodic reports to Building Commissioner.

Authorizes issuance of permits for building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and fire protection work and supervises inspection of such work.

Coordinates with architects, engineers, property owners, and developers in the review of construction documents, problem solving, and project feasibility.

Performs quality assurance checks of reviews and inspector to ensure compliance and consistency in regards to adopted codes and standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

Other duties may be assigned.

Reviews building plans and inspects buildings in the process of construction, alteration, or repair for compliance with building code requirements and for application of safe construction practices Exercises supervision of other inspectors and coordinates work and inspections, with periodic reports to Building Commissioner Exercises supervision of other reviewers and coordinates work and reviews, with periodic reports to the Building Commissioner Authorizes issuance of permits for building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical work and supervises inspection of such work Coordinates with architects, engineers, property owners, and developers in the review of construction documents, problem solving, and project feasibility In the absence of the Building Commissioner, may grant modification to any provision of the USBC, provided the spirit and intent of the USBC are observed Checks quality of materials and methods of construction Performs duties and responsibilities of Building Commissioner when needed Makes inspections of existing buildings for hazardous conditions, structural failures or improper uses Communicates with builders and others regarding building regulations Approves certificates of occupancy in the absence of the Building Commissioner Issues warnings and stop-work orders if necessary where construction is not being made in compliance with regulations as to methods and/or materials Answers questions from private citizens, contractors and builders, does basic plan checking to determine compliance with codes Testifies in court on code violation cases Makes reports and keeps records regarding inspections SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Supervises up to 6 Inspectors.

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

Responsibilities include interviewing, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Typical Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

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

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and five to ten years related experience and/or training in the building construction trade; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental Information LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.

Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints orally and in writing.

Ability to effectively present information to management.

Ability to resolve conflicts.

REASONING ABILITY Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Must maintain certifications required by the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code including Combination Inspections (Residential and Commercial), Building Plans Examiner, Electrical Plans Examiner, Plumbing Plans Examiner, Mechanical Plans Examiner, Building Official, and Fire Protection.

Possession of a valid appropriate driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.

The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

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

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This is a job description and not an individualized position description.

A job description defines the general character and scope of duties and responsibilities of all positions in a job classification, but it is not intended to describe and does not necessarily list the essential job functions for a given position in a classification.