JOB
The City of Carpinteria is Accepting Applications for
CHIEF BUILDING INSPECTOR/PLANS EXAMINER
Continuous Recruitment - Open Until Filled Salary Range: $84,919 - $116,764/annuallyplus a generous benefits package
If you are looking to make a direct impact in a small, collaborative city organization and help guide safe, well-planned development, we encourage you to apply.
You’ll be part of a team that values thoughtful review, sound judgment, and working collaboratively with an engaged community.
In this role, you will oversee building inspections, plans review, and permit services while serving as a key resource for building code interpretation and compliance. We’re looking for someone who enjoys both technical plan review and field work and brings a practical, solution-oriented approach, along with a strong commitment to customer service. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Plans, manages, and oversees the daily functions, operations, and activities of the Building Division, including building inspection, plans examination, permit processing,
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Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the division; recommends within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
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Develops and standardizes procedures and methods to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of building inspection, plans examination, and permit processing services and activities; assesses and monitors workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement and recommends to the Director.
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Serves as source of information for developers, engineers, property owners, and contractors regarding building code and City construction regulations; reviews complex code applications for requested code modifications and alternate materials and methods; represents the division, department, and City in building code disputes and litigations.
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Performs preliminary review of projects submitted; performs site inspections of construction projects to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local construction codes; works closely with other departments in addressing City construction projects and code interpretations.
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Coordinates with City department representatives to determine City needs and requirements for contractual services; negotiates contracts and agreements; oversees technical consultants' work products to ensure adherence to City standards and legal provisions; ensures that deliverables are submitted on time and budget and that progress and payment requests are consistent with City policy and contract provisions.
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Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in building and safety; researches emerging products and enhancements and their applicability to divisional and City needs.
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Receives, investigates, and responds to problems and complaints in a professional manner; identifies and reports findings and takes necessary corrective action.
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Assists with developing and managing the program's budget.
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Provides exemplary customer service to all individuals by demonstrating a willingness to be attentive, understanding, and responsive, fair, courteous and respectful, and to actively participate in maintaining a positive customer service environment.
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Enforces laws, codes and ordinances dealing with the construction of new buildings and the alterations and safety of existing buildings, grading and excavation.
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Reviews plans and applications for building permits; approve building permits; plan, direct and participate in field inspections of building construction, plumbing, mechanical and electrical installations in residential and commercial buildings to ensure compliance and conformance with applicable codes.
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Reviews and check plans and specifications for construction, remodeling and alterations to ensure compliance with pertinent codes and accepted construction practices; issue acceptance and approval of such plans and specifications.
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Consults with engineers, architects, contractors, and property owners regarding applications, requirements, restrictions, permits, building plans, and inspections.
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Advises County and City officials, professionals and the public of building codes, building code interpretations, city ordinances, development review processes, and other related requirements.
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Investigates violations and complaints; conduct site visits regarding violations, ensures accurate documentation and determine solutions and alternative methods to achieve code compliance.
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Keeps current on new codes, ordinances, laws and amendments, and new construction methods and materials and they relate to building code provisions.
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Ensures adherence to safe work practices and procedures; conduct inspections.
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Reviews plans for seismic safety precautions and code compliance.
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Prepares analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities.
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Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Prompt Submission Recommended. Open Until Filled.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received,
and the recruitment may close at any time once a sufficient
pool of qualified candidates has been established, or the position has been filled.
Applications must be submitted online.Click Here: Chief Building Inspector/Plans Examiner Employment Opportunity
Materials must be complete and clearly indicate the candidate meets the minimum qualifications. Incomplete, late, emailed, and faxed applications are not accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required employment application.
Please be sure to review the complete job description:Click Here: Chief Building Official/Plans Examiner Job Description
Certificates, resumes, and/or cover letters must be uploaded with your application through this applicant tracking system. Statements made on the application, resume, and supplemental materials are subject to verification. False statements may be cause for immediate disqualification, removal from eligibility list, or discharge from employment.
All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and assessed for each applicant's ability to meet the minimum work experience, training, and education qualifications. Those candidates whose skills and abilities best meet the needs of the department will be invited to move to the next step in the recruitment process.
