Assistant Director/Chief Building Official

JOB SUMMARY

The Chief Building Official is responsible for Building and Permit administration for the City of Conroe including coordinating and controlling the issuance of building and trade permits and reviewing construction plans and documents for ordinance/code compliance. Construction projects include both residential and commercial projects and renovation projects as well as new construction.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

High school diploma, or equivalent and ten (10) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Construction industry and previous experience as an inspector with a municipality including, but not limited to, work involving the International Building Code, Electric Code, Plumbing Code, etc. preferred.

Special Requirements:

ICC Certification as a Certified Building Official or must obtain such certification within one year of date of hire. State Plumbing Inspectors' License or must obtain within one year of date of hire. Code Enforcement Officer Registration preferred or must obtain registration within one year of date of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of International Building Code, City Codes and Code Enforcement rules.
• Skill in interpreting and applying building and housing codes when meeting with contractors.
• Skill in coordination of electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and structural work.
• Ability to evaluate construction values.
• Ability to provide the highest level of customer service to the building community and prepare correspondence.
• Ability to coordinate the issuance of building permits in accordance with set procedures.
• Ability to supervise other employees effectively.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is light requiring exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, reaching, speaking, talking, visual acuity, and walking.

BENEFITS

The City of Conroe offers great benefits such as medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance program, paid time off and free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities. Starting salary for this position is $112,378 annually.

The City of Conroe is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Must pass background check and pre-employment substance abuse screening as a condition of employment. A motor vehicle record check and job-related doctor's physical exam may also be required. Safety-sensitive positions remain subject to random drug and alcohol testing after hire.