Chief Building Inspector/Plans Examiner

About The Position And Our Agency

The City of Carpinteria is accepting applications for CHIEF BUILDING INSPECTOR/PLANS EXAMINER. This position is open until filled and offers a salary range of $84,919 - $116,764 annually plus a generous benefits package.

Essential Functions And Basic Duties

• Directs and administers Building Division programs.
• Analyzes and interprets complex building plans and specifications and construction blueprints.
• Interprets and applies pertinent Federal, State and Local laws, codes and regulations.
• Inspects and analyzes standard building construction.
• Responds to emergency and problem situations in an effective manner.
• Prepares accurate and precise technical reports and records.
• Communicates clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Maintains physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Operates computer systems and permit, record keeping, word processing and accounting programs.
• Works independently in the absence of supervision.
• Enforces necessary regulations with firmness and tact.

Minimum Qualifications

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering, architecture or related field (highly desirable).
• Five years of increasingly responsible experience in structural engineering, building inspection, code enforcement, plan checking, building permit counter and record maintenance.
• Possession of at least one of the following certificates at time of appointment:
  • International Code Council (ICC) Combination Building Inspector (ICC) Plans Examiner Building Official certificate.
  • Certified Access Specialist (CASp) by DSA (desirable).
  • Safety Assessment Program Coordinator by CALOES (desirable).
• A valid appropriate California driver’s license may be required.
• Maintain a satisfactory driving record.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of project and program management methodologies and organizational management.
• Specialized training in building inspection, code enforcement, plan checking, building permit counter, record maintenance and clerical operations.
• Ability to: Direct and administer Building Division programs; analyze and interpret complex building plans and specifications and construction blueprints; Interpret and apply pertinent Federal, State and Local laws, codes and regulations; Inspect and analyze standard building construction; Respond to emergency and problem situations in an effective manner; Prepare accurate and precise technical reports and records; Interpret and explain City policies and procedures; Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including co-workers, property owners, builders, contractors, civic and professional groups and the general public; Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities; Operate computer systems and permit, record keeping, word processing and accounting programs; Work independently in the absence of supervision; Enforce necessary regulations with firmness and tact.