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Building Official

desoto, TX

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Government Jobs lists this Building Official opportunity in desoto, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Job TitleThe purpose of this position is to manage code compliance programs and coordinate related review and inspection services.Specific Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe specific duties and responsibilities include managing all building permit activities, coordinating the budget process, directing all inspection activities, interpreting and enforcing building, zoning, and related codes and ordinances, leading and coordinating efforts related to the adoption and implementation of new building codes, regulations, and local ordinances, representing the department in presentations to City Council, Boards and Commissions, leading and participating in public outreach, stakeholder engagement, and educational efforts, monitoring all contracts, and coordinating staff activities.QualificationsThe qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Construction Management, or other related field, five (5) years of related work experience, Certified Building Official (CBO) preferred, Registered Architect (R.A.) preferred, or equivalent training, education, and/or experience, and a valid Driver's License.Supplemental InformationThe supplemental information includes knowledge of City policies and procedures, working knowledge of the principles and practices of construction, building, inspection, and code activities; methods and practices in a municipal environment, working knowledge of International Codes, National Electric Code, and/or related state and local statutes and regulations, knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, skill in reading and interpreting plans and specifications; ability to apply relevant codes and ordinances, skill in presenting to large groups and communicating effectively both orally and in writing, ability to work flexible hours, including some nights and weekends, ability to obtain Texas Plumbing Inspector License within one (1) year of hire date, and ability to establish and maintain working relationships with City administration, other employees, and the general public.Employee Benefit InformationHealth Insurance- BCBS, Dental Insurance- BCBS, Vision Insurance - EyeMed, Insight Flexible Spending - Payflex, Life Insurance- Dearborn National, Voluntary Term Life Option- Dearborn National, Employee Assistance Program- Deer Oaks, Education Pay, Social Security, Texas Municipal Retirement System, Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays, Longevity Pay, Worker's Compensation, Fire/Police Eligible for Education/Certification pay, Deferred Compensation Plans- Mass Mutual/Empower.

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desoto, TX, 75115, US

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