Building Safety Director

Responsible for directing a fast-paced and ever-changing department that requires a proactive leadership style and performing advanced technical and administrative work overseeing the administration and enforcement of building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing codes in accordance with the Florida Building Code. Responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of the department, ensuring the proper regulation of the construction industry with respect to the enforcement of building and related codes.

• Plans, coordinates, and supervises building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing plans examination and inspection activities with responsibility for enforcing the laws, ordinances, and codes relating to the construction and alteration of buildings.
• Approves the issuance of Certificates of Occupancy and notices of violation relating to construction; monitors the efficiency and effectiveness of the department.
• Plans and oversees plans examination and inspection activities and reviews all major permit applications.
• Hears and makes investigations of complaints of inspection activities and takes appropriate action.
• Prepares evidence and testifies on code violation cases and maintains liaison with federal, state, and local officials in the interest of promoting uniform interpretation and enforcement of laws and regulation.
• Prepares amendments and additions to County Codes related to Building Codes and Inspections.
• Participates at the Emergency Operations Center during emergency situations and oversees implementation of preparedness and recovery plans.
• Interprets codes, ordinances, and statutes at an expert level.
• Prepares reports and correspondence on building code inspection compliance matters.
• Prepares and presents information to the community groups and the Board of County Commissioners.
• Implements County policies, procedures, and programs.
• Directs and administers all facets of department activities.
• Presents cases to the License Review Board.
• Participates in professional, technical, and business groups related to the duties and objectives of the department, including the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulations, Building Association of Florida, and Marion County Building Industry Association.
• Schedules and assigns work assignments, performs evaluations and disciplinary actions, and conducts job interviews for departmental staff.
• Directs and administers the department’s customer relations and customer service activities.
• Prepares and presents department’s annual operational budget.
• Monitors department operations and processes to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and codes.
• Conducts special studies as directed and presents results to administration.
• Provides excellent customer service to members of the general public and other County employees. Personal contact occurs with other employees of the unit, employees of other departments in the County, citizens, and customers of the department. Service is provided in person or by phone contact.
• Implements the organization’s guiding principles and core values.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

This position is responsible for directing supervision over several managerial positions and indirect supervision over a relatively large number of employees. Responsible for directly and regularly supervising work of all employees, as workload and staffing require. Includes assigning, directing, evaluating, and reviewing work of subordinate employees. Responsibilities include providing on-the-job training; evaluating job performance; recommending selection of new staff members, promotions, status changes, and discipline;

and planning, scheduling, and coordinating work operations.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent; ten (10) years’ progressively responsible management experience in a construction‑related industry or municipal agency; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certifications:

Possession of a valid, State of Florida driver’s license to operate a motor…