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Building Code Analyst

Salary

$45,219.20 Annually

Location

City County Building, IN

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

08355

Department

Business and Neighborhood Services

Opening Date

04/16/2024

Closing Date

7/15/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description

• Benefits

Position Summary

Position is responsible to provide expertise in building plan review, inspections, and permit issuance, ensuring compliance with the applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinances, and codes. Duties include conducting building plan review relative to permit issuance, periodic inspections, process and procedure development, inter/intra departmental coordination, communication and documentation. Incumbents of this classification exercise considerable independent judgment in the performance of their duties and receive general supervision from the Chief Building Code Analyst.

Position Responsibilities

Reviews building permit applications, plans and supporting documentation to ensure structural compliance with all applicable laws, codes and ordinances.

Processes permit revocations for non-compliant projects.

Conducts or participates in technical training sessions.

Develops and establishes training for staff and advises staff and other agencies on code interpretation, construction practices, and certification programs.

Coordinates with Supervisors and Manager of Building Inspections in the preparation of individual training and certification programs.

Mentors staff in study and preparation for certification examinations.

Provides answers to technical questions on building rules and codes to staff, contractors, and members of the general public.

Researches and recommends technical advancements in inspection and construction industry for the betterment of inspection services.

Provides recommendations for code changes.

Outlines and renders technical decisions in the absence direct supervisor.

Maintains current knowledge on construction code changes; attends training seminars as assigned.

Assesses and evaluates code amendments, alternate construction methods, changes in construction technologies, and their impact on current requirements and procedures.

Coordinates resolution of code interpretations relative to code requirements.

Interprets and applies governing codes.

Meets with local community groups, architects, developers, engineers, and contractors to inform them about building code procedures and requirements.

Conducts meetings to resolve problems relating to such areas as inspections, compliance and ordinance interpretation and coordination.

Provides representation for hearings at State level.

Provides residential structural reviews as needed.

Represents the City on code development committees Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission and other agencies and departments as assigned.

Attends license board meetings and trade association meetings as assigned, making recommendations that comply with the codes of the city.

Improves quality of inspections through continuous office and field training.

Performs inspections of complex and/or problematic projects.

Performs special investigations and inspections of construction work complaints as assigned.

Updates and maintains permit records.

Compiles data and keeps accurate records of daily activities.

Produces detailed written reports and letters regarding structural design review and permit issuance

Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.

Investigates questions and complaints regarding problems with permits or the permit process and coordinate resolution.

Acts as an expert witness and provide legal testimony.

Testifies before license boards and in court regarding construction codes, permits, and violations.

Develops, implements, and maintains policies and procedures.

Evaluates and recommends changes to integrated computer applications, and other technologies

Communicates with internal and external customers regarding issues, problems, and procedures with cases under review, and issued permits.

Participates in damage assessment related to declared emergencies to ensure the most effective assessment of structural damaged sustained by buildings after major storms, floods, or other catastrophic events.

Leads efforts in declared emergencies in planning and coordination of construction.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering, or five (5) years of directly related experience may be substituted for formal education, or any combination thereof. Ability to prioritize and handle varied assignments and heavy workload. Public speaking/presentations. Ability to read plans and specifications. Ability to maintain reporting procedures and documentation. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, on technical, complex, controversial matters with division personnel, contractors, general public, and at public hearings. Must have strong computer skills. Must have excellent customer service skills. Must have valid Indiana Driver's License upon reporting for work and retain the license while in this position. Thorough knowledge of Indiana Building rules. Ability to understand and interpret Building Standards and Procedures. Study, analyze, and compile complex technical information on building issues. Work cooperatively with other City employees and the general public. Instruct others in a classroom setting. Observe projects and compare data to determine compliance with approved plans. Use and interpret graphic instructions, such as blueprints, schematic drawings, layouts, or other visual aids. Must have excellent organizational skills. Ability to prioritize daily tasks. Flexibility to change assignments. Ability to understand, interpret, and apply federal, state and local codes and ordinances.

Incumbent must certify in the appropriate, approved discipline as prescribed by the Director of Business and Neighborhood Services, to maintain employment.

Independent Judgment

Actions are controlled by established City policies and procedures, and federal, state and municipal codes. Independent judgment will be exercised in determining priorities; evaluating compliance; interpreting applicable codes and ordinances to ensure proper review and issuance of structural permits; evaluating complaints and recommending proper courses of action for resolutions and handling public/contractor inquiries. Errors in judgment could cause significant embarrassment and/or liability.

Incumbent would interact with section, division, department and City employees, as well as with contractors, other governmental agencies and members of the general public. Working relationships require a high degree of tact, diplomacy and persuasiveness where significant code/life safety considerations are present.