Assistant Building Commissioner

Job Title: Assistant Building Commissioner Status : Exempt Bargaining Unit : None Supervision Received: Receives general supervision from the Building Commissioner and Mayor. Required Minimum Qualifications: Requires: a degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field; at least five (5) years of experience in construction inspection, surveying, or a similar position involving experience with various types of construction, infrastructure, and/or civil engineering; a State of Ohio-issued Residential Building Official Certification; a Chief Building Official Certification; and a Building Inspector Certification. Plumbing and Electric Inspector Certificate a plus. The position requires a valid State of Ohio driver license. An individual who poses a threat to himself/herself or others in the workplace will be deemed not suitable for this position. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Includes the essential functions of the position assigned to this classification. Depending on assignment, the employee is required to perform a combination of some or all of the following duties and responsibilities: Provide information and guidance to contractors, builders, and the general public on all aspects of the Ohio Building Code, pertinent City and County Code, and related regulations. Review blueprints, plans and sketches submitted with permit applications; determines code conformance and reviews cost estimates; identifies, documents, and explains discrepancies and deficiencies of plans to contractors and the public; approves plans after corrections and issues building permits. Performs on-site inspection of residential and commercial building construction to ensure compliance with applicable law/regulations; verifies construction is according to approved plans; checks site locations for proper set-backs; inspects, as certified, plumbing, heating, cooling, structural and mechanical systems for compliance with regulations and safety requirements. Conducts final inspection of completed work, gives official approval to acceptable structures and installations, and rejects unacceptable work. Participates in meetings with building contractors and the general public to discuss problem areas involved in construction authorized by permits, actions of field inspectors, questions regarding building use or general guidance and interpretation of various state codes/regulations. Investigates building code violations, complaints and official reports; checks hazardous conditions; drafts correction notices; issues "stop work" orders; completes inspection forms. Assists the Building Commissioner in the supervision of Building Inspector(s) and administrative support personnel. Plans, organizes, prioritizes, assigns, and reviews the work of staff involved in building construction, inspection and code enforcement. Establishes work goals and project plans. Performs related administrative tasks such as answering correspondence, preparing periodice activity reports, and directing the work of a subordinate staff. Performs other related work as assigned. Primary Duties (includes estimated % of time spent on function - essential functions are identified by an asterisk (" * ")): Engineering, Building and Zoning Inspections (50%) a. Studies, reviews and applies the Ohio Building Code, City Building and Zoning code, applicable federal regulations, and various professional construction and engineering standards. b. Reviews residential construction plans and specifications.* Conducts inspections on various buildings, sites and projects to ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards including:* New residential construction; Additions/alterations to existing buildings including fences, pools, sheds; Signage; Point of Sale; City Capital projects including infrastructure; Commercial construction sites; and Zoning complaints. Measures, photographs and documents observations.* Communicates with contractors and homeowners/residents to enforce policies, explain codes and enforcement procedures and provide advice regarding compliance issues and requirements.* Reviews and approves inspection reports from various contract inspectors.* Reviews and approves plans for commercial and residential zoning projects.* Administration (30%) Prepares inspection reports, reviews and approves occupancies and permit requests, and completes other routine forms as needed * Enters data to maintain various records.* Completes and processes forms and documents to record inspections, notes, compliance decisions, and other enforcement procedures.* Drafts correspondence and prepares documentation to notify property owners of violations or violation inspections.* Attends various administrative meetings and hearings including the City's Planning Commission, Board of Zoning and Building Code Appeals, City Council, and any other meetings as required. Determines agenda and coordinates efforts with support staff to prepare plans for review by Planning Commission* and Board of Zoning and Building Code Appeals. Supervision (10%) Develops, implements, communicates and evaluates department policies and procedures; reviews and modifies as necessary to ensure efficient and effective operations and service.* Maintains current awareness of professional standards of engineering Provides direction, guidance and support to department staff.* Meets with employees to hear, evaluate and resolve employee concerns.* Miscellaneous (10%) Attends various meetings and training to maintain current job knowledge and abilities, or as needed or directed.* Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned or needed.* Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of Macedonia Building Department operations, policies and procedures including various reporting procedures and requirements Knowledge of Macedonia policies and procedures including purchasing, budgeting and legislative processes. Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations pertaining to building and zoning code enforcement. Knowledge of principles of engineering, structural design and construction management. Knowledge and ability to conduct structural, mechanical, plumbing and electrical inspections. Knowledge of municipal engineering practices, street construction, principles of environmental protection, construction methods and materials, inspection and documentation techniques, and principles and practices of safety. Knowledge of personnel management and supervisory practices. Knowledge of administrative practices and principles. Knowledge of various local, state and federal laws relating to building, zoning and professional standards of construction and engineering. Knowledge of current trends in building and zoning regulation enforcement. Knowledge of City geography, streets, landmarks, buildings, business locations, subdivisions and neighborhoods. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, co-workers, other City departments and public officials, representatives of various local, county, state and federal agencies, the media, citizens of the community, and representatives of various public and private entities to create a positive public image of the Building Department. Ability to provide effective strategic management for the Department. Ability to provide effective supervision and resolve employee concerns. Ability to prepare and administer a departmental budget.* Ability to maintain confidential information. Ability to read blueprints and topographical maps. Ability to operate basic computer software. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. Ability to operate standard office and engineering equipment. Ability to organize, prioritize, coordinate and delegate department workload.* Ability to create, prepare and present effective records, reports and presentations.* Ability to perform duties of other department personnel as needed. Effective analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, project management, time management, organizational, conflict management, communication and negotiation skills. Knowledge of basic safety procedures and regulations. Ability to inspect various building, construction and engineering sites. Ability to apply standard techniques of building and site inspection. Ability to see, hear, crawl, lift, carry, reach, climb, squat, sit, stand, maneuver in confined spaces, drive a motor vehicle and manual dexterity. Skills necessary to utilize equipment including tape measures, hand tools, survey equipment, ladders, cameras and other standard inspection equipment. Work Environment: The work is performed both in a typical office setting where the employee is not generally exposed to adverse conditions and in the field during inspections and other events where the employee is potentially exposed to inclement weather and various conditions of building construction.