Building Manager/Building Official

Annual Salary: $110,947.20 - $144,248.00

Deadline to Apply: Open until filled

Position Information:

The Building Manager/Building Official functions as the Washoe County Building Official; provides direction for plan checking and building inspection services to ensure completeness and compliance with building codes, federal and state laws and local ordinances; and performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Two years of full-time experience in building plans examination, inspection, or construction with at least one of those years acting in a supervisory capacity AND a bachelor’s degree in architecture, architectural engineering, construction management, engineering or a closely related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Candidates who do not possess a bachelor’s degree but have sufficient work experience to qualify under an “equivalent combination of education and experience,” are highly encouraged to apply. 

License Or Certificate:

• A valid driver’s license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.
• ICC Building Plans Examiner (B3) certification AND a minimum of two ICC inspector certifications (residential or commercial) in building, mechanical, electrical, or plumbing; OR an ICC Master Code Professional certification or a recognized equivalent certification is required at the time of application. Required certifications must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.
• Must obtain an ICC Building Official or Building Code Official certification within one year of appointment and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.

 
The Ideal Candidate Will:
 

• ICC Certification as a Building Official
• A strong knowledge of ICC codes and other building codes adopted by Washoe County (www.washoecounty.gov/building/building_codes.php)
• Significant experience with multi-family and non-residential projects
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to tactfully and effectively navigate complex and difficult scenarios
• Ability to evaluate requests for alternative materials and methods in a timely and fair manner
• Proven experience assessing and improving processes, including finding creative solutions to problems
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing during challenging situations
• A strong desire to serve the Washoe County community
• Ability to effectively manage, assess and train both field and in-office employees
• Excellent listening and mediation skills
• Strong administrative and organizational skills