Chief Building Official , Town of Bluffton
Plans, directs, and supervises all activities of the office including plan reviews and building inspection; ensures compliance with all applicable Town policies and procedures, and other laws, regulations, codes, and ordinances. Supervises office staff, consultants, and contract employees; instructs, plans, and assigns work; coordinates activities; allocates personnel; selects new employees; acts on employee problems; provides feedback; and recommends/approves employee discipline and discharge when warranted.
Serves as the Fire Code Officer and Floodplain Administrator for vertical construction. Conducts commercial plan reviews; communicates with architects, engineers, contractors, and owners throughout the process of planning, correcting, and issuing the permit. Administers the Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals. Reviews the work of assigned employees and contractors for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; and offers advice and assistance as needed.
Provides for training and professional development of staff; ensures assigned inspectors and plan examiners maintain required certifications. Prepares and administers the office budget. Develops, implements, and modifies office policies and procedures pertaining to building inspection and plan review. Evaluates and makes recommendations for changes in the Town’s ordinances related to building inspection and permitting. Monitors the progress of activities; ensures that resources are efficiently used and that projects stay on schedule.
Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in architecture, structural engineering, building, construction management, building science, or a related field; and ten years of work experience as a building inspector or in the general construction field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licenses or Certifications: Valid SC driver’s license (or obtain one by time of hire). Hold (or obtain within 12 months of hire) a Building Official Certification (International Code Council) and maintain required number of CEU’s as directed by the State of SC to remain certified.
Desire certification as: Certified Flood Plain Manager (Association of State Flood Plain Managers). Special Requirements: In the event of major storms or other emergency situations, this position may be subject to 24-hour shifts or any other emergency schedules. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of the methods, procedures, and policies of the Building Safety Office, Growth Management Department, and Town of Bluffton related to job duties. Knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations related to job duties. Knowledge of modern office practices and technology.
Knowledge of supervisory principles. Knowledge of proper English usage, vocabulary, spelling, and basic mathematics. Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the industry. Knowledge of structural, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and accessibility codes. Skill in applying supervisory and managerial concepts and principles. Skill in using computers for word processing and records management. Skill in developing and delivering public presentations. Ability to offer instruction and advice to employees.