Description
General Functions
Assists the Division Manager by providing building code guidance -to Chiefs, inspectors and plans review staff engaged in construction inspection and plan review by supporting consistent application of building codes and fostering a high performing collaborative team environment The Building Officials supports the permitting team with guidance for the permitting process. The Building Official Interprets the Florida Building Codes as they may apply to construction activity in Orange County.
Work is performed with independence under general supervision of the Building Manager. Performance is reviewed through observations, conferences, reports and results achieved.
This position may be required to assist with emergency support functions in the event of a declared emergency and/or any other emergency duties as assigned.
Representative Duties /Assignments
Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties, it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification.
Performs building construction regulation responsibilities and is charged with the responsibility for direct regulatory administration for permitting, plan review, and inspection of building construction activities within unincorporated Orange County.
Oversees the enforcement of the Florida Building Codes, Florida Statutes and Orange County codes regulating building construction.
Provides leadership and direction to Chiefs, inspectors, and plan review staff, including coaching, mentoring, and staff development. Fosters a collaborative, accountable team environment and ensures consistent and effective application of building codes across all functions.
Discusses technical requirements of plans and inspection with engineers, contractors, builders or owners and approves or accepts modifications as may be appropriate and when they are deemed to be code equivalent.
Examines complex construction drawings and specifications for proposed buildings in conjunction with inspection and plan review staff.
Interprets and applies building codes with an understanding of code intent, exercising sound judgment in evaluating complex or unique construction scenarios.
Maybe required to make complex field inspections of new construction while in progress.
Develops ordinances for the adoption of new codes and standard as required by the Florida Statutes.
Maintains open communication with the construction industry by providing administrative and technical presentation on process procedure, updated code previsions and alternatives for code compliance.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or a closely related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible managerial/supervisory experience in construction or building inspection/plan review. Additional years of the specified experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Must maintain a State of Florida Standard Code Administrator's License pursuant to Florida Statute Chapter 468, Part XII. Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with customers and staff.
Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver's License.
Preferences
Possess State of Florida Standard Inspector license pursuant to Florida Statute Chapter 468, Part XII for applicable discipline(s): Building, Mechanical, Electrical and/or Plumbing.
Possess State of Florida Standard Plans Examiner License pursuant to Florida Statue chapter 468, Part XII for applicable discipline(s): Building, Mechanical, Electrical or Plumbing.
