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Campbell County, Virginia lists this Building Official opportunity in rustburg, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Building OfficialMakes a daily difference in the Campbell County organization and locality through: hard work, open and honest communication, ongoing improvement and accountability.Performs with excellence, the following tasks, including but not limited to:Directs the operations of Building Inspections; oversees the collection of fees and issuance of permits.Supervises the inspection of buildings to determine adherence to standards of construction, in all applicable code areas;Determines compliance with handicapped accessibility standards for new construction and existing buildings and structures per building code requirements;Works with State and local Fire Marshal's offices with plan reviews and periodic inspections of buildings for compliance with applicable fire codes.Assists and coordinates with the Zoning Office, Commissioner of Revenue and other local staff;Provides code books and materials for staff and advises of changes and certain requirements;Exercises supervision over technical and administrative personnel involved with obtaining compliance with established standards;Responsible for making final decisions on technical problems and disputes subject to administrative review by the proper authorities;Maintains adequate and proper records of all actions of the Department as required for code compliance;Assists the Director with administrative duties;Participates in the Project Evaluation Committee;Reviews permit applications and building plans for code compliance and approval;Performs onsite inspections to determine compliance with all applicable codes. Conducts investigations of nonconforming situations and complaints; coordinates with state enforcement officials as needed;Provides technical assistance to departmental personnel, contractors, builders, general public, Building Code Board of Appeals, Board of Supervisors, and others as requested;Responsible for initial and updated training for Code Enforcement Officers to insure compliance with state requirements and performance standards set by the County;Responsible for the care, maintenance, and cleanliness of any vehicle assigned, or in their care.Prepares budget recommendations and administers the approved budget for Building Inspections.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in administrative management or technical and structural engineering.Five years of progressively more responsible nature in construction and/or building inspection.Additional education and/or training may be substituted where applicable.Certifiable as a Building Official in the State of VirginiaValid Virginia Drivers' License and be insurable under the County's policy.Requires completion of National Incident Management System IS-700 and IS-100 within 90 days of employment.Requires completion of National Incident Management System IS-200 within 120 days of employment and ICS-300 within one year of employment (based on availability of scheduled classes).Desirable: Three years of supervisory experience.Core Skill Sets:Thorough knowledge of state and local laws governing building construction, use and occupancy and the ability to apply this knowledge in the analysis and interpretation of construction plans and specifications;Thorough knowledge of approved methods and materials used in building construction and allied structural and mechanical work;Ability to interpret and enforce building codes firmly and tactfully and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, architects, property owners, employees and the public;General understanding and ability to utilize the County's adopted software platform, including Microsoft Office Suite products and system software run on the County's AS 400 computer system.General Service Areas/Conditions: Work is performed both indoors and outdoors where uncomfortable conditions exist. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Some nights and weekends could be required as needed.Standard hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Worksite address
rustburg, VA, 24588, US
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