Assistant Chief Building Official (28070)

Hanover County Government; Hanover (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanover County Government seeks an Executive-level Assistant Chief Building Official to lead complex administrative and technical tasks enforcing the Hanover County Code, the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (VUSBC), and related ordinances. The position reports to the Chief Building Official and has indirect supervisory responsibilities across the department.

The role includes handling inquiries, representing the department in court, guiding code development, reviewing construction

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture or building construction required.
• At least five years of related experience with progressive supervisory responsibilities.
• Certification as a Building Official within one year of employment required.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license and ability to pass background checks required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to inquiries and complaints regarding construction; represent the department in court proceedings.
• Act for chief building official in incumbent’s absence.
• Assist with staff recruitment, budget and policy development.
• Participate in code development with DHCD and professional organizations.
• Review plans for conformance with the VUSBC.
• Oversee department acquisitions and maintain necessary supplies.
• Perform field inspections to ensure VUSBC and other codes compliance.
• Evaluate department staff performance to ensure consistent enforcement.

Skills

Building codes knowledge

Supervisory experience

Court proceedings familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture or building construction

Job description

General Description:

This is an executive level professional position. The incumbent performs complex administrative and technical tasks to assist with the implementation and enforcement of the Hanover County Code of Ordinances, Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (VUSBC) and related laws and ordinances.

Organization:

The Assistant Chief Building Official reports to the Chief Building Official and has indirect supervisory responsibility for all employees in the Department.

Essential Functions:

• Receives and responds to inquiries and complaints regarding construction-related matters. Represents the department in court proceedings.
• Acts for chief building official in incumbent’s absence.
• Assists chief building official with department administrative matters, including staff recruitment, budget and policy development.
• Represent the department in the code development process through interaction with the Department of Housing and Community Development and professional organizations.
• Reviews plans and submittal documents for conformance with the VUSBC.
• Oversee department acquisitions and maintain necessary supplies in conjunction with the Chief Building Official and department leadership team.
• Performs field inspections to ensure compliance with the VUSBC, approved construction documents and manufacturer’s specifications.
• Performs field inspections to ensure compliance with the Virginia Property Maintenance Code and the Hanover Unsafe Structures Ordinance.
• Actively evaluate performance of department staff to ensure consistency in enforcement of the VUSBC.
• Evaluate requests for code modifications.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Working Conditions:

A. Hazards

• Potential danger around construction sites

B. Environment

• 80% Office
• 20% Field – May work outside in adverse weather conditions

C. Physical Effort

• Driving, walking, crawling, climbing are necessary to perform the functions of this position

D. Exempt

• No Compensatory Leave Accrual

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Requires an extensive knowledge of modern building construction practices, methods, materials, equipment, and engineering principles. Extensive knowledge of construction codes and related reference standards required. Must have the ability to evaluate work in progress and to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with contractors, County officials, and the general public.

Education, Experience and Training:

Bachelor’s degree (preferably in engineering, architecture or building construction) required with at least five (5) years of related experience, including progressive supervisory experience – OR – Any equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable.

Special Conditions:

• Criminal Records Check, including finger printing
• Valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver’s License
• Twelve-month probationary period
• Certification as a Building Official in accordance with the "Virginia Certification Standards" required within one year of employment.
• Work beyond normal work schedule, including callbacks