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Deputy Building Official - City of La Porte, TX (ID: 322169)
Title	Deputy Building Official
Type	Planning,Zoning and Development Services
Date Posted	2019-01-31
City / Organization	City of La Porte, TX
Website	Click Here for the Position Listing
Email Contact	hr@laportetx.gov
Description	DEFINITION Assist in the management, supervision and coordination of the activities of the Inspection Services Division. Utilize construction inspection experience and construction code knowledge by providing professional level technical support to the Chief Building Official. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from the Chief Building Official. Exercises direct supervision over technical, clerical and less experienced staff. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities related to the Inspection Services Division. Plan, organize and evaluate the functions and activities of the Division, including building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and zoning inspections. Develop and/or assist in the development of policies, procedures methods, and checklists as needed. Plan, organize, and evaluate the plan review functions and activities of the Division. Develop and/or assist in the development of policies, procedures, methods, and checklist as needed. Assist in the supervision of the functions and activities of Code Enforcement personnel, including but not limited to zoning, junk vehicles, health violations, etc. Provide direction of Division office operations, maintain appropriate records and files and coordinate workflow. Provide assistance in preparation of and participate in meetings on an as needed basis. Assist in the development and enforcement of zoning regulations, as needed. Supervise the performance of difficult field inspections and response to public inquiries and complaints. Participate in the preparation of the Division budget. Prepare reports, memoranda, letters and other forms of correspondence. Provide complex technical assistance to other Department Directors and City Officials. Respond to the most sensitive complaints and requests for information for most public and City departments. Supervise, train, and evaluate staff in their professional development. Network with other public agencies and share information regarding common issues, solutions and new development in the field. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS For indefinite periods of time - mobility within a office and field environment; exposure to electrical hazards; writing; walking; typing; twisting body; stooping; standing; squatting; sitting; seeing; kneeling; grasping; crawling; climbing; cleaning; lifting and carrying up to 15 pounds; reading; decision making; speaking; interfacing with the public; keen vision; clarity of hearing; communicating clearly and effectively, in person and by telephone; fine finger manipulation; operation of a personal computer, calculator, minor hand tools, and electrical testing devices; operating a motor vehicle through city traffic QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Principles and practices of the City’s construction codes, pertinent State regulations and other applicable City codes and ordinances. Principles and administration of zoning regulations and practices of land use regulation. Principles of structural design, engineering mathematics, and building plan review. Principles and practices of organization, administration, personnel management and technical report preparation and presentation. Ability to: Make effective formal and informal presentations to city officials, community groups and the public. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Analyze multi-faceted issues, problems and situations carefully and develop effective courses of action. Plan, organize, direct, establish, and maintain cooperative relations with City staff, and public and private organizations. Coach, mentor and support development of staff. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, department heads, co-workers and the public. Assist in preparing and administering the Division budget. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience performing construction inspections for public, commercial, industrial, and/or residential buildings and enforcement of ordinances and codes, with one (1) year of supervisory experience and/or field related degree from an accredited college. A High School Diploma or GED is a minimum requirement. Training and experience in floodplain management is highly desirable. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES Must have a valid Class C Texas Driver's License. Possession of or ability to obtain within one (1) year a Texas Plumbing Inspector License from TSBPE and/or an ICC Building Inspector Certification is a requirement for this position. Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) certification is highly desirable. 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 actions may change at any time with or without notice. The City of La Porte is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Qualified Individuals.

Job Post Expiration Date April 8, 2022

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