Assistant Building and Housing Manager

This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Resource Management Agency. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.

Current vacancy is with the Resource Management Agency located in Visalia. The anticipated life of the list is six months.

Typical Duties

Manages and administers the submittal, building plans review and permit processing, Building inspection and Code Compliance functions. Assists the Building & Housing Manager in enforcement of planning and building codes, laws and regulations. Assists in recommending, developing and implementing department goals, objectives and policies. Assists in hiring Department staff. Assists in supervising, evaluating and insuring proper training of Department staff in accordance with County Personnel Rules. Provides input to the Building & Housing Manager in the development and revision of County planning and building ordinances. Assists in the development and revision of fee schedules. Represents the Building & Housing Manager to special County committees and task forces as required. Has responsibility for the proper development and maintenance of building records. May perform the most complex and sensitive building inspections, plan checks and enforcement functions. Approves the issuance of building permits. Gives advice to contractors and individuals on construction procedures and practices. Performs special projects as assigned. Represents the County Planning and Building function with the public, community organizations and other government agencies. Develops and provides public information on all Planning and Building Department policies and procedures. Advises the Building & Housing Manager regarding all matters concerning the Department. Fulfills assigned responsibilities when the Building & Housing Manager is unavailable. Performs special assignments as directed. In the absence of the Building & Housing Manager assumes responsibility for departmental operations. Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification. (Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.)

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade supplemented by technical or college level courses pertaining to engineering, architecture, construction, or criminal justice.

Experience: Four (4) years’ experience in building inspection or building plan check. OR Four (4) years of investigative or inspection experience in a public agency performing field or office work in the enforcement of codes, regulations or ordinances relating to building codes or building plans, zoning laws, abandoned vehicle abatement, and/or other health/safety nuisances. Four (4) years of lead work or supervisory experience in Building Code Compliance

Knowledge of: Practices, tools, equipment, and materials used in the general construction. Trades Design and principles of energy management. Development, revision and administration of building ordinances and regulations. Accepted safety standards and methods of building construction. Qualities of various construction materials. Planning, building and related codes and ordinances enforceable by the County California Building, Plumbing, Mechanical and Electrical Codes State Housing Act of California Federal Americans with Disabilities Act law and regulations. General knowledge of County Zoning and Land Use Ordinances Inspection methods and techniques Plan to check and review. Principles of mathematics related to the building trades. Principles of work safety and work safety laws. Principles of governmental administration, organization, supervision, training and employee evaluation. Principles of effective oral and written communication for the building trades and related technical fields. Principles of force, static load conditions and strength of materials. Basic engineering and architectural principles.

Skill/Ability to: Plan, organize, manage, and direct County building permit application submittal, building plans review and permit processing and inspection functions. Provide supervision, training, and evaluation for assigned staff. Perform complex plan checking and review assignments. Perform the most difficult and sensitive building inspections and Code. Enforcement assignments. Apply a variety of inspection methods and techniques. Detect deviations from laws, regulations, and standard construction practices. Read, interpret, and explain building plans, specifications and building codes. Make arithmetical calculations quickly and accurately. Apply technical knowledge of building trades works. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Provide advice on standard construction methods and requirements. Enforce regulations with firmness and tact. Prepare clear and concise written reports. Effectively represent County plan review, building inspection and enforcement functions with the public, community organizations and other government agencies. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Obtain or maintain valid/active certifications as a Building Official

License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Possession of a valid Building Official Certificate issued by the International Code Council (ICC),or either a valid Combination Building Inspector or Building Plans Examiner Certificate issued by the International Code Council (ICC); OR In addition, valid/active certification as a Building Official from ICC must be obtained within one (2) years of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment
Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act
This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bargaining Unit 20

The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.

Benefit Amount: An annualbenefit amountis provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability).This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).

Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMOmedical plans which include PPOand HMO dental plans andinclude dentalandvision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, andVision Services Plan (VSP). .

Retirement : The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.

Paid Holiday Leave : 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.

Vacation Accrual :

2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.

FLSA exempt employees accrue an additional 5 days of vacation per year.

Sick Leave Accrual : 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 48 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.

Group Term Life Insurance : $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.

Long Term Disability Insurance: A Long Term Disability plan is provided. This provides financial protection for you by paying a portion of your income while you are disabled. Provided by Standard Insurance Company.

Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.

Deferred Compensation : A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.

To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/

The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.

Closing Date/Time: 11/18/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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