Building Inspection Supervisor

• Receives direction from the Chief Building Official.
• Exercises direct supervision over technical staff.

Important responsibilities and duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise and review the work of assigned building inspection staff; assign daily work activities, review work for accuracy and compliance with Division policies and procedures.
• Participate in the selection of assigned staff; provide training to employees on work methods, procedures and techniques to ensure efficient and proper operation of the Building Division.
• Recommend building inspection services goals and objectives; assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures necessary for providing effective building inspection and plan check services.
• Participate in the development and implementation of the Building Division work plan; review and evaluate services, methods and procedures.
• Participate in preparing the Building Division budget; assist in budget implementation and monitoring; participate in forecasting additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; participate in the administration of the approved budget; assist in the preparation of special budget programs.
• Perform highly skilled inspection and plan review work for complex electrical, plumbing, mechanical ADA green building and Title 24 energy projects.
• Inspect foundation, concrete, steel, masonry, wood construction, framing, plastering, plumbing, heating and electrical installations and a large variety of complex and routine building system elements.
• Examine plans and specifications of new construction additions and alterations to residential, commercial and industrial buildings to determine compliance with the provisions of the construction codes, ordinances, and regulations/
• Issue "stop work" and "No Occupancy" orders, write citations, notice of violation letters in preparation for possible legal actions.
• Approve issuance of building and occupancy permits.
• Coordinate inspection activities with other City departments and divisions.
• Confer with architects, contractors, builders and the general public in the office and in the field, explain and interpret requirements and restrictions; attend and participate in professional organization and attend classes to keep abreast of changes and new trends.
• Maintain files and prepare reports regarding inspection activities and findings; input data to the City's computerized permit tracking system.
• Oversee the division's operations in the absence of the Chief Building Official as required. 
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Operation, services and activities of a comprehensive building inspection program.
• Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
• Building related codes and ordinances enforced by the City, including the California Building, Electrical, Plumbing and mechanical Codes, and Zoning codes.
• Complex principles and techniques of building inspection work; proper inspection techniques to examine workmanship and materials to detect deviations from plan, regulations and standard construction practices.
• Principles of structural design and engineering mathematics.
• Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Major types of building construction, materials, and methods.
• Accepted safety standards and methods of building construction for commercial, industrial and residential buildings.
• Budgeting practices and procedures.

• Supervise and train technical building inspection staff.
• Interpret and apply pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Read and interpret complex building plan, specifications and building codes.
• Determine if construction system conform to City code requirements.
• Apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques to examine workmanship and materials and detect deviations from plans, regulations and standard construction practices.
• Advise on standard construction methods and requirements for residential, commercial and industrial buildings.
• Prepare service goals and objectives; assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures necessary for delivering effective services.
• Assist in the development and implementation of a work plan; review and evaluate services; methods, and procedures.
• Assist in the preparation, implementation and administration of the Building Division budget; participate in the forecast of additional funds needs for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; assist in the preparation of special budget programs.
• Use an operate a personal computer to input data to a permit tracking system; write reports and other documents using a personal computer.
• Make mathematical computations rapidly and accurately.
• Enforce necessary regulations with firmness and tact.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationship with those contact in the course of performing work.

• Possess and maintain and appropriate, valid California driver's license and a safe driving record.
• Possess and maintain I.C.B.O/I.C.C. or other city-approved agencies certification as a  combination commercial building inspector.

Step 1: Application Submittal and Supplemental Responses To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a completed City of Vallejo online application and current resume.    Applications may be obtained and completed on-line at the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/vallejo or under "Employment Opportunities".

If you have problems creating a user account or submitting your online application, please contact governmentjobs.com applicant support directly at 855-524-5627.

Step 2: Supplemental Responses Applicants must respond to the supplemental questions

Step 3: Applicant Screening   Application packets containing all required materials will receive an overall screening assessment. Applicants who are found to be the best qualified will move forward in the process.

Pool of Candidates The City reserves the right to limit the number of candidates to those determined to be best qualified based upon all requested application materials, including training and experience, current resume, and responses to supplemental questions.
 
Step 4: Examination A Performance Examination will be given, weighted at 100% of the candidates score.  Candidates must achieve a minimum passing score of 70%. Those achieving 70% or higher will be placed on the Register of Eligibles List.  A performance exam date and location will be announced once this position has been filled, giving each candidate a minimum of 15 days advance notice.  
 
Step 5: Final Selection Names of candidates who qualify for placement on the Register of Eligibles List names will be forwarded to the department for final interviews based on their performance in the exam. The number of candidates referred for a hiring interview is at the discretion of the hiring department.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS 
The City of Vallejo is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application, assessment or selection process may contact the Human Resources Department to request an accommodation. Please contact Lisa Townsend at (707) 648-5402 or send an email to: lisa.townsend@cityofvallejo.net two days prior to a scheduled exam.

PRIOR TO HIRE
The selected candidate will be required to: 1) Successfully complete a job-related pre-placement medical exam. 2) Submit to and successfully pass a pre-employment background check, including fingerprint check and reference check. 3) Provide proof of legal right to work in the United States.

Disaster Service Workers - All City of Vallejo ("City") employees are designated Disaster Service Workers ("DSW") by state law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109).  Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all DSW-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Veteran's Preference - Veteran's preference points will be applied in accordance with Civil Service Rule 24. A copy of the DD 214 form must be filed at time of application.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) - The City of Vallejo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Vallejo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Note: The provisions in this bulletin do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.