Sumter County Economic Development
Assistant Building Official
Sumter County Economic Development, Florida, New York, United States
General Description
Highly responsible administrative and supervisory position responsible for the administration and management of the Building Services Division. Supervise the enforcement of building and fire codes, regulations, and policies to ensure public health, safety, and welfare. Provides effective inspections; develops policies, methods, and procedures. Assists the Building Official with the oversight and supervision of subordinate personnel in the Building Services Division. This position reports to the Building Official.
Essential Job Functions
Assist the Building Official in the daily oversight and supervision of plans examination, building and fire inspections, and permitting activities. Direct work assignments for building and fire plans examination and inspection contractors.
Assist the Building Official in the supervision and management of private contractors for building and fire plan examination and inspection services.
Assist the Building Official in maintaining codebooks and literature on approved building and fire materials/processes, staff development, certification, and other technical files.
Assist with the supervision, enforcement, and interpretation of codes established by the County pertaining to the Building Services Division. Attend seminars, meetings, and other business functions related to any changes or updates of laws, regulations, codes, procedures, enforcement, etc., to promote quality and compliance.
Assist with the oversight, supervision, and coordination of personnel and activities within the division that involve planning goals and other objectives. Assist in developing policies, methods, and procedures and establishing training programs for staff. Maintain standards and coordinate inspection activities by allocating personnel effectively.
Responsible for examination and approval or rejection of plans, specifications, and applications for building permits, contractor qualifications, inspections, and conformity with building permit conditions (electrical, plumbing, mechanical, or gas). Investigate and resolve complaints concerning public health, safety, welfare, and other division matters. Consult with the public, departmental officials, contractors, building owners, and associates.
Receive and review requests on alternative materials/methods for construction. Develop and submit changes to ordinances that affect Building Construction.
Investigate construction failures and remedies; review violations of building and fire codes. Mediate controversies between the public, contractors, inspectors, and plans examiners.
Assist with preparation of the Building Services Annual Budget. Oversee revenue reports, expenditures, monthly reports, etc.
In case of an emergency or crisis (hurricane, flood, etc.), respond/perform emergency and recovery duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Maintain regular physical attendance during normal work hours at county offices or facilities, with ability to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job‑related marginal duties as required.)
Minimum Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of building and fire codes, laws, and ordinances.
Knowledge of current methods and practices of all types of construction.
Knowledge of State statutes for building design and structural requirements.
Skill in oral and written communications.
Skill in tactfully resolving problems with staff and in the field.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with contractors and the public.
Ability to organize and present technical reports.
Ability to interpret codes and ordinances.
Ability to supervise inspectors and clerical staff.
Ability to review, inspect, and enforce codes.
Ability to provide in‑house training to technical staff.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and blueprints.
Ability to operate a personal computer and similar equipment.
Education and Experience
Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction, or related field.
Five (5) years of experience or equivalent as an architect, engineer, contractor, or construction superintendent.
Two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Two (2) years of experience as a fire/building plans examiner or building inspector in a governmental agency (preferred).
Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations
Valid Florida driver license and acceptable driving record.
State of Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation Standard Certification as a Building Code Administrator.
State of Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation Standard Inspector Certifications in Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical, Residential Electrical, and Standard Plans Examiner Certifications in Building, Plumbing, Electrical, Residential Electrical, and Mechanical (preferred).
Certified Floodplain Manager within one (1) year of employment.
Required National Incident Management System (NIMS) certifications within six (6) months of employment.
Supplemental Information Essential Physical Skills
Acceptable vision (with or without correction).
Acceptable hearing (with or without correction).
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to enter data into a computer.
Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods.
Moderate lifting and carrying (up to 45 pounds).
Climbing, crawling, kneeling, bending, balancing, stooping, climbing ladders.
Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.
Vaccinations
Tetanus within sixty (60) days of employment.
Environmental Conditions
Work inside and outdoors.
Heights up to 50 feet.
Stressful situations.
Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.
FLSA Exempt Status Reviewed 05/29/2024
Benefits Package Sumter County employees with full‑time status are eligible to receive medical, dental, short‑term disability, and life insurance benefits. Vision, dependent coverage, and additional voluntary insurance benefits are available through payroll deduction at the employee’s expense. Sumter County participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and contributes based on current legislative requirements. Additional benefits include 11 paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), and educational assistance reimbursement.
Application Questions
Did you graduate from an accredited college or university with an associate’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction, or related field?
Do you have five (5) years of experience or equivalent as an architect, engineer, contractor, or construction superintendent?
Do you have two (2) years of supervisory experience?
Do you have two (2) years of experience as a fire/building plans examiner or building inspector in a governmental agency (preferred)?
Do you have a State of Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation Standard Certification as a Building Code Administrator?
Do you have State of Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation Standard Inspector Certifications in Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical, Residential Electrical, and Standard Plans Examiner Certifications in Building, Plumbing, Electrical, Residential Electrical, and Mechanical (preferred)?
Do you have a Certified Floodplain Manager certification required within one (1) year of employment?
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Administrative
Industries: Government Administration
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Essential Job Functions
Assist the Building Official in the daily oversight and supervision of plans examination, building and fire inspections, and permitting activities. Direct work assignments for building and fire plans examination and inspection contractors.
Assist the Building Official in the supervision and management of private contractors for building and fire plan examination and inspection services.
Assist the Building Official in maintaining codebooks and literature on approved building and fire materials/processes, staff development, certification, and other technical files.
Assist with the supervision, enforcement, and interpretation of codes established by the County pertaining to the Building Services Division. Attend seminars, meetings, and other business functions related to any changes or updates of laws, regulations, codes, procedures, enforcement, etc., to promote quality and compliance.
Assist with the oversight, supervision, and coordination of personnel and activities within the division that involve planning goals and other objectives. Assist in developing policies, methods, and procedures and establishing training programs for staff. Maintain standards and coordinate inspection activities by allocating personnel effectively.
Responsible for examination and approval or rejection of plans, specifications, and applications for building permits, contractor qualifications, inspections, and conformity with building permit conditions (electrical, plumbing, mechanical, or gas). Investigate and resolve complaints concerning public health, safety, welfare, and other division matters. Consult with the public, departmental officials, contractors, building owners, and associates.
Receive and review requests on alternative materials/methods for construction. Develop and submit changes to ordinances that affect Building Construction.
Investigate construction failures and remedies; review violations of building and fire codes. Mediate controversies between the public, contractors, inspectors, and plans examiners.
Assist with preparation of the Building Services Annual Budget. Oversee revenue reports, expenditures, monthly reports, etc.
In case of an emergency or crisis (hurricane, flood, etc.), respond/perform emergency and recovery duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Maintain regular physical attendance during normal work hours at county offices or facilities, with ability to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job‑related marginal duties as required.)
Minimum Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of building and fire codes, laws, and ordinances.
Knowledge of current methods and practices of all types of construction.
Knowledge of State statutes for building design and structural requirements.
Skill in oral and written communications.
Skill in tactfully resolving problems with staff and in the field.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with contractors and the public.
Ability to organize and present technical reports.
Ability to interpret codes and ordinances.
Ability to supervise inspectors and clerical staff.
Ability to review, inspect, and enforce codes.
Ability to provide in‑house training to technical staff.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and blueprints.
Ability to operate a personal computer and similar equipment.
Education and Experience
Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction, or related field.
Five (5) years of experience or equivalent as an architect, engineer, contractor, or construction superintendent.
Two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Two (2) years of experience as a fire/building plans examiner or building inspector in a governmental agency (preferred).
Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations
Valid Florida driver license and acceptable driving record.
State of Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation Standard Certification as a Building Code Administrator.
State of Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation Standard Inspector Certifications in Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical, Residential Electrical, and Standard Plans Examiner Certifications in Building, Plumbing, Electrical, Residential Electrical, and Mechanical (preferred).
Certified Floodplain Manager within one (1) year of employment.
Required National Incident Management System (NIMS) certifications within six (6) months of employment.
Supplemental Information Essential Physical Skills
Acceptable vision (with or without correction).
Acceptable hearing (with or without correction).
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to enter data into a computer.
Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods.
Moderate lifting and carrying (up to 45 pounds).
Climbing, crawling, kneeling, bending, balancing, stooping, climbing ladders.
Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.
Vaccinations
Tetanus within sixty (60) days of employment.
Environmental Conditions
Work inside and outdoors.
Heights up to 50 feet.
Stressful situations.
Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.
FLSA Exempt Status Reviewed 05/29/2024
Benefits Package Sumter County employees with full‑time status are eligible to receive medical, dental, short‑term disability, and life insurance benefits. Vision, dependent coverage, and additional voluntary insurance benefits are available through payroll deduction at the employee’s expense. Sumter County participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and contributes based on current legislative requirements. Additional benefits include 11 paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), and educational assistance reimbursement.
Application Questions
Did you graduate from an accredited college or university with an associate’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction, or related field?
Do you have five (5) years of experience or equivalent as an architect, engineer, contractor, or construction superintendent?
Do you have two (2) years of supervisory experience?
Do you have two (2) years of experience as a fire/building plans examiner or building inspector in a governmental agency (preferred)?
Do you have a State of Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation Standard Certification as a Building Code Administrator?
Do you have State of Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation Standard Inspector Certifications in Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical, Residential Electrical, and Standard Plans Examiner Certifications in Building, Plumbing, Electrical, Residential Electrical, and Mechanical (preferred)?
Do you have a Certified Floodplain Manager certification required within one (1) year of employment?
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Administrative
Industries: Government Administration
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