City of San Rafael job class specification

Job title: Deputy Building Official

Summary

Under direct supervision of the Chief Building Official assigns, coordinates, supervises and participates in the daily operations of the Building Division, performs inspection of buildings, examines plans and specifications in the enforcement of laws regulating the construction of buildings in the City of San Rafael, issues building permits, determines and collects fees.

Distinguishing characteristics:

This is a single incumbent class. This is a first level working supervisor within the Building Inspector series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Building Inspector II by the addition of a full range of supervisory duties including planning work, primary contacts with the public including problem resolution, performance of the most complex commercial inspections, plan review, quality assurance, and performance appraisal of the Building Inspectors and Plan Checkers. Provides the Chief Building Official with advice and consultation on building matters and for the efficient operations of assigned functions within the Building Division.

Essential duties and responsibilities

This list is intended to be illustrative and does not represent an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. Incumbents may not perform all duties and responsibilities listed. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Analyzes, distributes and monitors the inspection workflow.
  • Provides work review, information and training to Building Division personnel as directed.
  • Assigns work, including field inspections, to Building Inspectors
  • Oversees and inspects all major commercial work.
  • Serves as the focal point for complaints and dispute resolution.
  • Coordinates the work of the department with other City departments and outside agencies.
  • Reads and interprets plans and discusses requirements with builders and owners.
  • Investigates all disabled access complaints, issues reports and assists with resolution.
  • Inspects building construction, plumbing, electrical and gas installations in residential, business, industrial and public buildings.
  • Conducts final inspections of newly completed buildings.
  • Reviews and investigates violations of building code laws.
  • Performs complex plan reviews of residential and commercial projects.
  • Provides information to the public regarding building requirements.
  • Communicates status of programs and keeps the Chief Building Official informed of pertinent issues.
  • Performs related duties as required.
  • Checks permit applications for completeness and accuracy before issuing permits.
  • Responsible for the efficient and progressive operation of the Inspection Division.
  • Serves as technical advisor and assistant to the Chief Building Official/Fire Marshal on building related issues; assumes the duties of the Chief Building Official in his/her absence.
  • Within procedures prescribed by the Chief Building Official reviews the content of correspondence, the preparation of reports and the maintenance of records.
  • Performs field inspections on the more complex code enforcement assignments.
  • Assists in budget preparation and the administration of division budget.