Salary : $116,113.92 - $141,136.32 AnnuallyLocation : Montclair, CAJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 20240206Department: Community DevelopmentOpening Date: 08/22/2024Closing Date: 9/12/2024 6:00 PM PacificFLSA: Determined by PositionBargaining Unit: MGMTThe contents of the job bulletin should not be construed as an implied contract. All information is subject to change and the City is not bound to any information or errors contained in the bulletin.This posting may close earlier than the indicated closing date if an excessive number of applications is received. The closing date may also be extended, or the job may be re-posted if an insufficient number of applications is received during the initial posting period. Job DescriptionUnder general direction, promotes public health and safety by ensuring that the construction, use, and condition of all buildings conform to the minimum standards adopted by the City Council and the State; and to enforce all applicable codes and ordinances. Essential Job Duties Administers the activities of the Building Division of the Community Development Department; supervises the work of the Building Inspector(s) and the Senior Building Inspector; reviews the work and activities of other division personnel performing other Building Division functions such as reports, filing, and other clerical duties; trains Building Inspector(s) in proper inspection methods, counseling, and where necessary, starting legal procedures to effect compliance; instructs and trains other personnel in the use of building records; coordinates plan checking activities with staff and consultants; performs plan checks and reviews field work; assists Director with budget preparation and follow up; advises architects, designers, contractors, staff, homeowners, and others regarding code requirements; interprets building and zoning codes for Inspectors, Code Enforcement, and Fire Prevention; represents City in building code groups, and represents city at development review and growth management meetings; prepares staff reports and ordinances for Director's and City Council's consideration regarding building regulations; issues permits; maintains library; reviews systems, forms, and makes revisions as needed; supervises and oversees Fire Prevention; advises and consults with Engineering, Planning, Fire Prevention, Code Enforcement, Building Maintenance, and Finance personnel; computes and collects sewer fees for Engineering; assists in the Fire Prevention Program with fire investigations to determine if building is safe for use, and estimates extent of damage; and plans and inspects installations.ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIESThis class reports to the Community Development Director and supervises the Fire Prevention Section, Plans Examiner, Senior Building Inspector, and Building Inspector classifications. Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge of: Principles and practices of organization, administration, personnel, and budget management; principles and practices of the California Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical Codes, and pertinent State and City codes and ordinances; modern construction methods and materials; principles of structural design, engineering, and architectural plan review; and legal limitations and authority of a municipal building inspection agency.Skills/Abilities to: Plan, organize, and direct a program for ensuring the safe and legal construction of buildings and structures within the City; and to manage the effective and efficient review and processing of building plans and issuance of permits.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCERequires a Bachelors Degree (or equivalent education, training, and experience) in Public Administration, Engineering, or a closely related field; and a minimum of two years supervisory experience. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess four years of increasingly responsible building inspection experience, including two years in a supervisory position, and a related Associates Degree. Additional experience may be considered as equivalent for the educational requirement.PHYSICAL DEMANDSMust possess mobility to work in a standard office setting including use of standard office equipment, including a computer; and to operate a motor vehicle to visit various City sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. May be exposed to outside weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, rain, and other conditions. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.LICENSEPossession of a valid California drivers license and proof of insurability; and possession of I.C.B.O./I.C.C. Combination Inspector and Building Plans Examiner certifications, and Certification as a Building Official by the International Code Council is required.The City of Montclair is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Full-time employees are currently covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System. The City contributes to medical, dental, and vision health plans for the employee with family coverage available. A term life insurance policy is paid by the City, as well as a long-term disability plan. To encourage employees to further their education in job-related fields, an educational subsidy is available upon completion of one-year probation.Nonshift employees receive 80 hours of vacation after one year of service; 120 hours after five years of service; 160 hours after ten years of service; and 200 hours after 20 years of service. Shift employees receive 145.21 hours of vacation after one year of service; 217.79 hours after five years of service; and 290.40 hours after ten years of service. Sick leave accumulates at the rate of eight hours per month. The City may credit an employee who is coming from another governmental agency with one half of his/her accumulated sick leave up to a maximum of 240 hours. Presently, 104 hours of paid holidays are provided each year for nonshift employees and 157.29 hours of paid holidays are provided each year for shift employees.01 Do you have a Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent education, training, and experience) in Public Administration, Engineering, or a closely related field?
02 Do you have a minimum of two years of supervisory experience?
03 Did you attach the required certifications with your application?
04 The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.
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