Chief Building Official

Description

THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANYTIME AND WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

The posted salary reflects the 7% increase effective October 1, 2023. An additional 6% salary increase will occur in October 2024. Increased County contributions to medical will be in effect starting January 1, 2024.

Under general direction, to plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the building inspection and building code enforcement functions of the County; to train, supervise, and evaluate the work of subordinate staff; to provide consultation for building ordinance revision and development; to perform the most complex and sensitive inspection, plan review, and code enforcement work; to approve building permits; to answer questions regarding code enforcement and structural requirements for the public, architects, contractors, and engineers; and to do related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a single position classification for themed-level management position, which provides direction and supervision for the County's building inspection, plan checking, and code enforcement functions. The incumbent administers a comprehensive building plan check and inspection program in the County's unincorporated areas through the enforcement of Federal, State and County codes, ordinances and regulations. Determines occupancy classification of buildings. Interprets building codes, makes final professional and technical determinations for building permit issuance and code enforcement.

REPORTS TO
Director Of Building and Planning

CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED
Building Inspector I, II, III
Code Enforcement Officer I, II, III
Permit Technician

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in office, outdoor, and driving environments; some assignments performed alone in remote locations; work is performed in varying temperatures; exposure to dust, chemicals, and gases; exposure to electrical currents; continuous contact with staff and the public.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; ability to walk in uneven terrain and on slippery surfaces; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; ability to crawl through various areas requiring movement on hands and knees; ability to climb, stoop, crouch, and kneel; lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX; operate an automobile.

Example of Duties

(The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.)

Plans, organizes, directs, and manages the County's building inspection, plan checking, and code enforcement functions
Supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned staff
Develops a unit budget and controls expenditures
Provides major input in the development and revision of County building ordinances
Develops and recommends changes in fee schedules
Serves on special committees and task forces
Oversees the development and maintenance of building inspection records
Performs the most complex and sensitive building inspection, plan checking, and enforcement functions
Provides consultation and assists staff with work problems and assignments
Approves the issue of building permits; provides advice and consultation to the public, contractors, architects, and engineers
Represents the County Building Inspection functions and policies with the Board of Supervisors, community organizations, other government agencies, and the general public.

Minimum Qualifications

Training and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Five years of responsible building inspection experience, preferably including experience in a lead, supervisory, or management position.

Special Requirements:
Possession or ability to obtain building inspector/plans examiner certification by ICBO/ICC as a building inspector
Ability to obtain certification as a California Building Official (CALBO)
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License.

Knowledge Of/Ability To

Knowledge of:

Thorough knowledge of the uniform codes effecting building inspection
Thorough knowledge of construction methods, building materials and tools and safety standards used in the general construction trades
Thorough knowledge of State and County regulations relating to the technical requirements for building permit applications and collection of fees for same
Building codes and ordinances enforceable by the County
Principles of mathematics related to the building trades.
Inspection methods and procedures
County code enforcement policies
Plan checking and review.
Working knowledge of principles and practices of management, supervision, training and employee evaluation
Working knowledge if seismic and energy considerations in the design and construction of building and structures
Some knowledge of the application of data processing to building inspection operations
Knowledge of the functional responsibilities of the planning process

Ability to:
Plan, organize, manage, and direct County building inspection, plan checking, and code enforcement functions.
Provide supervision, training, and work evaluation to assigned staff.
Perform the most complex inspection, plan checking and review, and code enforcement assignments.
Use and apply a wide scope of inspection methods and techniques.
Detect deviations from laws, regulations, and standard construction practices.
Read, interpret, and explain building plans, specifications, and codes.
Apply technical knowledge of building trades work.
Make mathematical calculations quickly and accurately.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Provide advice on acceptable construction methods and practices.
Enforce regulations with firmness and tact.
Prepare clear and concise reports.
Represent the County Building Inspection functions with the Board of Supervisors, community organizations, other government agencies, and the public.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.

SAN BENITO COUNTY BENEFITS FOR MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES
(This is meant to be an overview of benefits only. For full benefit terms and conditions, please see MOU)

Employees in regular, full-time positions will be eligible to participate in the following employee benefits:

Pay Day: Employees are paid bi-weekly.

Insurance Deductions: The insurance and benefits deductions will take place bi-monthly, normally the first two pay periods of the month. Bank/Credit union and 457 Retirement Deferrals deductions will take place bi-weekly.

Vacation: Based on continued years of service. Newly hired MEG employees may be eligible for higher vacation accrual rate for previous public sector experience (verification required). Maximum accruals may apply depending on the bargaining unit.

• 5 to 9 years of service = 15 days per year
• 10 to 14 years of service = 18 days per year
• 15 + years of service = 20 days per year

Administrative Leave: Management employees receive 80 hours of administrative leave per calendar year. Forty (40) unused hours can be paid out at the end of the calendar year. Administrative leave is pro-rated.

Holidays: 13.5 holidays (including 3 floating) for most employees. Safety officers and dispatchers receive approximately 5% holiday pay in addition to their base pay in lieu of paid holidays off.

Sick Leave: 15 days per year. Maximum accruals apply.

Medical Plan: Comprehensive CalPERS medical plans available for full-time employees. Employees appointed to a regular position at a time base of 50% or higher are eligible to participate.

Increase County contributions to medical effective January 2024.

a. Employee Only: $750.00, which would include the PEMHCA Minimum
b. Employee Plus One: $1,250.00, which would include the PEMHCA Minimum
c. Family: $1,515.00, which would include the PEMHCA Minimum

The County's contribution above shall be prorated for positions that are less than .90 FTE rounding to the nearest one-quarter time.

HRA: Employee Only Medical Plan: $1,500 maximum
Employee Plus One Medical Plan: $3,000 maximum.
Employee Plus Family Medical Plan: $4,000 maximum.

Employees who are eligible to receive a "cash in lieu of' enrollment in the County's medical plan shall receive a taxable payment of $150 monthly (pro-rated into biweekly installments of $69.23).

Dental Plan: County contributes $30 to Delta Dental plan for full-time employees and their families.

Vision Plan: The County pays for employee coverage and the employee can pay for dependent coverage. This benefit is available to full-time employees only.

Employee Assistance Program: The County provides confidential short-term counseling services to employees and dependents.

Life Insurance/AD&D: County pays for a $20,000 BASIC life insurance policy for each employee. Voluntary life insurance plans available.

Disability Insurance: Confidential and Management groups participate in the State Disability Insurance.

Credit Union: Membership to the Santa Clara Federal Credit Union is available to San Benito County employees.

Deferred Compensation: Employees may participate in tax-deferred retirement savings. Three 457 plans are available. Employees may rollover funds from prior 401k or 457 accounts. IRS limits apply.

Retirement: Regular employees will be enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system in accordance with the Public Employees' Retirement Law. Employee contributions vary according to bargaining unit.

All New Miscellaneous (non-Safety) employees enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system participate in the full formula of 2% at 62. Miscellaneous employees participate in Social Security in addition to CalPERS.

Supplemental Insurance: Employees may participate in various AFLAC plans such as accident, disability, and cancer insurances.

Flexible Spending Accounts: Health and Dependent Care available, pre-tax deductions.

01

I understand all County employees will be required to take an Oath of Office and will be called upon to act as Disaster Service Workers, when needed.

• Yes

02

Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Answers such as "see resume" or "see above" will remove you from consideration. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses.

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have at least five years of responsible building inspection experience?

• Yes
• No

04

Does any of your experience include being in a lead, supervisory, or management position?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you possess a building inspector/plans examiner certification by ICBO/ICC as a building inspector? If so, please attach proof.

• Yes
• No

06

Do you possess certification as a California Building Official (CALBO)?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

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• County of San Benito

• (831) 636-4000

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