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Building Inspection Supervisor

City of Centennial • Full-time • CO, CO • $85k - $95k / year • 1w ago

The City of Centennial, Colorado is an organization driven to quality products and outcomes while adhering

to sound fiscal practices and efficient provision of services. We seek to attract and retain the best staff to

assist us in this mission and, in return, foster a culture which supports all employees using their talents

every day to do what they do best. A winner of seven consecutive Gallup Exceptional Workplace Awards

(2017-2023), we are proud to embody the link between highly engaged workforce and excellence in

business outcomes. We are an innately collaborative culture dedicated to talents and focused on results.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

The City of Centennial is seeking a candidate for the full-time position of Building Inspection Supervisor. This position reports to the Chief Building Official and plays a vital role in assisting and supporting the Chief Building Official in the effective management and administration of the Centennial Building Division. The position is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Building Inspection team, decision-making related to building codes, building services inspection processes and service delivery. They must possess strong leadership skills, extensive knowledge of government operations, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The following statements are illustrative of the essential duties of the job and do not include other nonessential or peripheral duties that may be required. The City of Centennial retains the right to modify or change the essential and additional functions of the job at any time.

Manage day-to-day operations of the Building Division Inspection Team, Perform inspections.

Foster a positive work environment that promotes productivity, innovation, and employee development.
Provide input and recommendations to the Chief Building Official on critical issues and decision- making processes.
Assist in administering the City's building code; regulates and controls the design, construction, quality of materials, use and occupancy location and maintenance of buildings and structures within the City.
Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
Foster review of approved building plans and engineering calculations by the inspection team.
Interpret departmental policies and governing codes and regulations to Building and City staff.

Prepare and recommend codes and regulation changes that will help the inspection team.

Represent the Division in internal and external meetings, forums, and public events, articulating departmental goals, policies, and initiatives.
Assist in the preparation, management, and administration of the contracted overflow inspections.
Meet with developers, consultants, architects, citizens and other community and regional officials to coordinate submitted construction plans.
Collaborate with contractors, subcontractors, and other government agencies to address building inspection needs and concerns.
Interaction with professional engineers, architects, contractors, homeowners, and staff to discuss and resolve design and construction issues.
Issue correction notices and notice of violations and monitor compliance with the corrective measures.
Provide information by telephone, email and at the Public Counter in response to questions regarding building codes and ordinances, the inspection process, and the building permit application process and procedures.
Responsible for the maintenance, updating and retention of records, data, and content managed within the scope pf the position. Acquires and utilizes knowledge of City’s electronic content management systems and guards against the unauthorized removal, destruction or use of municipal records. Recognizes and respects that City employees forego any personal or proprietary right to the City’s records including those that may have been developed, created, or compiled during their tenure in employment.
Assist the Building Official as needed.

Functional Supervision:

Responsible for day-to-day supervision of the inspection team, including team training relevant to duties, prioritizing work, and ensuring adequate sources to meet expectations. The Chief Building Official manages Plans Examiners and Permit Technicians.

Other:

This position may be assigned to be the acting Chief Building Official whenever they are out of the office.
Other duties as assigned.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment connected to the position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of building materials and standards, current construction practices and methods.
Knowledge of national and local building, zoning and related codes and regulations.
Knowledge of major types of building construction, materials and equipment and the stages in construction, when possible, defects in building, electrical, plumbing, heating and air conditioning and related installations may most easily be observed and corrected.
Knowledge of computers and applications including Microsoft Office Suite and EnerGov.
Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and direct the activities and personnel in the Building Division inspection team.
Experience applying codes and standards including the International Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire, Energy Conservation and Abatement of Dangerous Buildings Codes, the National Electric Code, and Elevator Safety Code.
Ability to work with others to solve problems and establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and co-workers.
Ability to work with minimal supervision, to assume responsibility, to prioritize and resolve problems, to work under pressure, to pay close attention to detail, to coordinate tasks to completion and provide quality control for responsiveness and customer satisfaction.
Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering construction drawings, building codes, regulations, specifications, engineering studies, and technical reports.
Experience applying codes and standards including the International Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, Energy Conservation and Abatement of Dangerous Buildings Codes, the National Electric Code.
Ability to detect faulty specifications and plans and to determine feasible corrective measures.
Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Foster a participatory organizational climate that is open, positive, reinforcing, and supportive. Encourage employees to be accountable for their work and take ownership in what they do.
Demonstrate leadership and courage by making or supporting decisions that reflect the organizational mission and goals even when the decision may be unpopular to some.
Demonstrate collaboration and conflict resolution skills with other departments and employees.
Detect and suggest corrections to inferior or deficient design, workmanship, materials, and other hazards in an on-site inspection.
Prepare clear and concise oral and written reports and maintain review, inspection, and enforcement records and findings, documents, correspondence, and related files and records.
Effectively supervise, mentor, and motivate in a team environment.
Standard practices and procedures for field inspection.
Traffic laws and rules involved in vehicle operation.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Adhere to site specific safety procedures (ex. hard hat, safety boots, safety vest, etc.).

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:

Five (5) years of increasingly responsible supervisory and administrative experience or any equivalent combination of education and/or experience, with two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in code administration, building construction, building inspection or plans examiner.

Demonstrated experience managing teams and projects. Previous experience working with or in the construction and/or development review area of local government. Minimum of two ICC Certifications (Plans Examiner, Building Inspector, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, etc.) is preferred or ability to obtain within one year.

Licenses:
Valid State of Colorado Driver’s License or equivalent out-of-state Driver’s License with the ability to obtain an in-state Driver’s License within six months of employment.

Colorado State Masters or Journeyman Electrical License desired.REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Must be able to perform the essential functions of this job, with or without accommodation.

Physical Demands
The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time; needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Occasionally moves office equipment weighing up to 30 pounds. The person in this position frequently communicates with Council members, staff, vendors, and residents; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Must be able to identify Council members, staff, vendors, and residents, as applicable. Must be able to observe, assess, record, and interpret information.

Work Environment
Work is performed in an office and permitted job sites with in-person and telephone contacts and may involve frequent interruptions. Work may require attendance at evening and/or weekend meetings.

Equipment Used/Required
Frequently operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy/fax machine, and computer printer, and iPad.

EXPECTATION OF ALL EMPLOYEES
Support the City’s mission and values.

Mission – Driven to provide exceptional service to the Centennial community.

Values – Collaborative, Intentional, Service Oriented, and Innovative

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.