The purpose of this classification is to supervise operations and activities of the Building Division in its function to review permit applications and construction plans, conduct building inspections, identify code violations, issue certificates of occupancy or completion, and enforce applicable codes and ordinances in order to protect the life, health, and safety of citizens and the business community.
The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals; conducts staff training.
Coordinates daily work activities; organizes and prioritizes division workload; makes work assignments and sets deadlines; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work; troubleshoots problem situations.
Consults with assigned staff to review work requirements, status of work, and problems; assists with complex or problem situations; provides direction, advice, and technical expertise.
Consults with director, city manager, and other officials as needed to review division activities, provide recommendations, resolve problems, and receive advice/direction.
Coordinates division activities with other divisions, other departments, property owners, contractors, other inspectors, or other individuals.
Interprets and enforces the provisions of applicable federal, state, and local codes, laws, rules, regulations, specifications, standards, policies and procedures; reviews/interprets zoning and occupational license ordinances; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
Provides information and technical assistance concerning building codes; provides technical support to code enforcement staff; confers with contractors, architects and engineers concerning code interpretations; conducts pre-construction meetings with contractors; meets with property owners, developers, contractors, and architects; recommends solutions to problems; responds to questions or complaints concerning code violations.
Supervises records management; permitting application and issuance; inspection and plan review activities; reviews construction plans for conformance with applicable codes; approves or denies requests for approval of alternate construction methods.
Assists in the adoption of new codes and ordinances; reviews additions to building codes; recommends code changes to local amendments.
Attends various meetings and participates on committees/boards as needed; conducts staff meetings; participates in and/or serves as liaison to various professional organizations as appropriate. Serves as alternate for Building Official and Director of Development when needed.
Prepares and administers division budget; projects revenues for upcoming budget year; monitors expenditures.
Establishes and recommends internal operating policies and procedures; recommends improvements in operational procedures.
Reads, interprets, and understands construction plans and construction documents.
Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, production reports, performance appraisals, or other documents.
Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, budget reports, weekly/monthly activity reports, construction plans, permit files, manufacturer specifications, codes, amendments, ordinances, maps, trade publications, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; verifies accuracy of entered data and makes corrections; utilizes word processing, spreadsheet, or other software programs.
Operates/utilizes a variety of equipment and tools associated with inspection activities, which may include a motor vehicle, pager, ladder, measuring tape, level, and mechanic tools; computer, calculator, and drawing tools.
Ensures appropriate maintenance of equipment.
Oversees staff in following safety procedures, utilizing safety equipment, and monitoring work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service or assistance.
Communicates with director, employees, other divisions, other departments, city officials, government agencies, investigators, architects, contractors, design professionals, engineers, property owners, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, resolve problems, or give/receive advice/direction.
Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Provides education and information to the community; gives speeches and presentations; prepares/distributes educational materials.
Provides assistance or coverage to other employees as needed.
Performs other related duties as required.
High school diploma or qualified equivalent; and
Ten (10) years combined experience in the code review and inspection process of building construction as an architect, engineer, contractor, plans examiner, inspector or trades worker; and
Five (5) years in a supervisory position; and
Three (3) years experience in construction inspections or construction plans examining. Construction related college coursework may be substituted on a year-to-year basis for work experience up to a maximum of four (4) years; and
Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Florida Building Code Administrator Certification, and certification per Florida Statute (FS) 468, as a Plans Examiner and Inspector in at least one of the following disciplines: Building, Plumbing, Mechanical or Electrical; and
- Possess [or able to obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire] and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license.
Applicants who do not possess a State of Florida Building Code Administrator Certification, or Standard Plans Examiner or Inspector Certification(s) must meet the requirements established by FS 468 for work experience and be eligible for
provisional certification. Incumbents who are hired under Florida State Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) Provisional Certifications must obtain certification within the time limits set by FS 468. Failure to obtain Standard Plans Examiner and Inspector Certifications and Building Code Administrator Certification within the FS 468 time limit will result in termination.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications for education and experience must be met before consideration of the following Preferred Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management.
Knowledge of the Florida Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Existing Building, and Energy Code;
Knowledge of current building construction methods, materials, tools and equipment.
Knowledge of City ordinances, program and policies.
Skill in verbal communication ability and in preparing effective written communications and materials.
Ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding the application of procedures and standards related to the Florida Building Code, Florida Administrative Code, and the State of Florida Statues.
Ability to prepare operational records and reports.
Ability to use of various software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases and other system software.
Ability to analyze data and prepare analytical reports.
Ability to detect hazards and violations and detail what the Codes require during field inspection work.
Ability to enforce regulations with firmness, tact and impartiality.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees; other departments, contractors, builders and the general public.
Ability to read and accurately interpret plans and specifications of any complexity
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (20 pounds).
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, bright/dim light, machinery, electric currents, traffic hazards, toxic agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances.
The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S. C. 12101 et. seq.), the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.
VETERANS' PREFERENCECertain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City’s hiring process. Additionally, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment by the City.