Deputy Building Official

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Plans, organizes, reviews, supervises and participates in the administration of building, electrical, plumbing and gas/mechanical codes through review of submitted applications and plans. 
• Participates in the selection, placement, supervision, promotion, training, safety, appraisal and discipline of assigned employees. 
• Maintains knowledge and awareness of changes and trends in applicable building codes; formulates policy and implements procedural changes as necessary to ensure effective plan review activities. 
• Explains applicable codes, regulations and policies to architects, builders, contractors, journeymen, the general public and assigned employees. 
•  Manages department contracts. 
• Makes decisions on questions of department policy affecting building codes, and applicable ordinances and regulations. 
• Represents the division at assigned meetings.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Must have a valid Florida Driver’s license and maintain an acceptable driving record. Must have at least ten (10) years of experience as an architect, engineer, inspector, contractor, or superintendent of construction and five (5) years of supervisory or managerial experience, or any other equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Must apply for a State of Florida Provisional Building Official license upon hire and obtain a State of Florida Standard Building Official’s License within one (1) year from date of hire. Must have a State of Florida Standard Inspector license. Building required, additional trades preferred. Must have a State of Florida Standard Plans Examiner license. Building required, other traders preferred.

Working 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.

Tasks are performed inside and outside, subject to weather conditions and uneven terrain.

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.

The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Tasks involve walking, standing, bending, climbing, stooping, some unassisted lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects up to 50 pounds. Tasks may require prolonged periods of visual concentration and require moderate levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.