Assistant Inspections Director

Strategic Government Resources, Inc.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 84,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Irving is seeking a senior inspections leader to manage field inspection operations and supervise staff, ensuring timely, accurate inspections and code compliance across the department.

You will train inspectors in code interpretation, customer communication, and conflict resolution while building positive relationships with contractors, owners and residents. The role also covers construction inspections, committee processes, performance evaluation and budget input.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Public Administration, Building Construction, Architecture, Engineering or related field.
• Five years of related inspection experience, including two years of supervisory experience.
• Valid state-issued driver's license and ICC certifications in building, residential, energy conservation or related fields.
• Must obtain ICC CBO certification within 12 months of hire and maintain it.

Responsibilities

• Manage field inspection operations and supervise staff.
• Ensure timely, consistent and accurate inspections and code compliance.
• Provide technical guidance and training inspectors in code interpretation, customer communication and conflict resolution.
• Establish positive relationships with contractors, property owners and residents.
• Investigate and resolve complaints and complex compliance issues through sound judgment and effective communication.
• Oversee construction inspections and Building and Standards Commission processes.
• Evaluate operational performance and implement service improvements.
• Assist with code and ordinance updates, departmental fleet operations and input for budget; represent the department before boards.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Building Construction, Architecture, Engineering or related field

ICC Certified Building Official (CBO) or eligible within 12 months

Job description

Duties include managing field inspection operations and supervising staff; ensuring timely, consistent and accurate inspections and code compliance; providing technical guidance and training inspectors in code interpretation, customer communication and conflict resolution; establishing positive relationships with contractors, property owners and residents; investigating and resolving complaints, escalated customer concerns and complex compliance issues through sound judgment and effective communication; overseeing construction inspections and Building and Standards Commission processes; evaluating operational performance and implementing service improvements; assisting with code and ordinance updates, departmental fleet operations and providing input for budget preparation as requested; representing the department before boards and commissions; and providing departmental oversight in the Director's absence. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Public Administration, Building Construction, Architecture, Engineering or a related field; and five years of related inspection experience, including two years of supervisory experience, required. Must possess a valid state-issued driver's license and an International Code Council (ICC) certification in building, residential, energy conservation or other related certifications. Must possess ICC Certified Building Official (CBO) certification or obtain it within 12 months of hire and maintain certification throughout employment. Requires thorough knowledge of building codes and inspection practices; strong supervisory, communication and organizational skills; and demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts, address sensitive customer concerns and ensure consistent code compliance.

PAY GRADE GG28 / FULL PAY RANGE $7,544 - $10,636 PER MONTH ($90,528 - $127,632 ANNUALLY)

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