Building Official - City of Lancaster , TX

Title: Building Official
Type: Building Inspection
Date Posted: December 31, 2023
Organization: City of Lancaster , TX
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Description:


Job Title

Building Official

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Job Type

Full-Time

Location

211 N. Henry St., Lancaster, Texas

Department

Development Services

Summary  

Direct, manage, supervise, and coordinate the programs and activities of the Building Inspections Division; to coordinate assigned activities with other City departments, divisions, and outside agencies.

 

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Assumes management responsibility for all services and activities of the building inspections, rental Inspections, hotel/motel inspections, and apartment inspections.
  • Administers, interprets, updates, and enforces building codes, ordinances, and regulations.
  • Ensures compliance with the Code of Conduct.
  • Selects, trains, and motivates personnel.
  • Provides staff with training and works with employees to correct deficiencies.
  • Manages and participates in the development and administration of annual budget.
  • Review developmental code with architects, engineers, and developers.
  • Coordinate permit process between developers and other City departments and divisions.
  • Respond to questions regarding various areas of responsibility.
  • Mediate and resolve conflicts and complaints.
  • Other duties may be assigned.
 
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Manages employees in the Inspections divisions. Is responsible for the overall direction,
coordination, and evaluation of these units Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance
with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring,
and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance;
rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

 

 Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

 Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Certifications recommended for this position includes: Certified Building Official; Texas State Plumbing Inspector License; ICC Building Inspector Certification; A valid Class C driver’s license with a clean driving record is required for this position. Driving is a requirement of this position.

 


Job Post Expiration Date May 31, 2024

  All jobs are considered open until filled, unless otherwise posted.