Building Inspector Supervisor

City of Fairfield; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CalPERS Pension Eligibility

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical, Dental, Vision, HRA

City-Paid Life Insurance

100 Hours Personal Leave (Cashable)

401(a) 4% employer contribution

Job summary

The City of Fairfield is recruiting for a Building Inspector Supervisor in the Community Development Department. The role provides supervision and training to the Building Safety staff, assists the Chief Building Official, and helps review plans and issue permits while enforcing building and zoning codes.

The ideal candidate will be collaborative, adaptable and a mindful leader who communicates effectively and leads by example. Licenses and certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Seven (7) years of full-time building inspection experience with a public agency or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of lead experience at a level equivalent to the City of Fairfield’s Senior Building Inspector.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision, direction and training for assigned personnel in the Building Safety Division.
• Assist in planning and directing division activities and review of building plans for permits.
• Enforce residential and commercial building and zoning codes and laws.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication

Collaborative mindset

Adaptability

Team supervision

Education

High school diploma

Job description

ABOUT FAIRFIELD

The City of Fairfield is situated midway between San Francisco and Sacramento-the State capitol. Fairfield offers an inviting mix of rural and suburban lifestyles and easy access to all of the urban amenities associated with two of the nation’s most dynamic metropolitan regions.

Fairfield is a rowing community that reaps the benefits of its ideal location for those who live and work here. The blend of agriculture, corporate business and pleasant lifestyle enhance the attraction of Fairfield. The area is blessed with a thriving agricultural economy and also home to biotechnology and other growth industries.

Residents here enjoy vibrant, safe, clean, affordable and diverse community with robust commerce, and thriving businesses. Fairfield isa vibrant and diverse community with respect for its heritage and a prosperous vision for its future. With its strategic location, growing housing communities, natural and human resources, and quality of life, Fairfield is enteringthe21st Century with a promising future as a place to live, learn, work and play.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The City of Fairfield is recruiting for a Building Inspector Supervisor. This position will provide supervision, direction and training for assigned personnel in the Community Development Department Building Safety Division; to assist the Chief Building Official in planning and directing division activities; assist in the review of building plans and specifications for permit issuance; to enforce building (residential and commercial) and zoning codes and laws; perform related functions as required.

Under general direction from the Chief Building Official, the Building Inspector Supervisor provides direct supervision to building inspection staff, and may provide Building Division staff oversight in the absence of the Chief Building Official. The Building Division is part of the city’s Community Development Department.

The city is seeking an energetic and experienced candidate whose character reflects the values of the city. The successful candidate should be a collaborative, adaptable, and open‑minded individual who learns quickly, leads by example, and is not afraid to roll up their sleeves to get the job done. The individual should have confidence in their ability to communicate effectively. The ideal candidate should also be a mindful leader who cares for their associates and brings a passion for chasing excellence.

This classification is represented by the Fairfield General Management Association ('FGMA') and offers an excellent benefits package, including:

• CalPERS Pension Eligibility
• Tuition Reimbursement - up to $4,000/Year
• Generous contributions towards Medical, Dental, Vision, and Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRA)
• City-Paid Life Insurance
• 100 Hours of Personal Leave annually, which is 100% Cashable (in addition to generous Vacation and Sick Leave accrual rates)
• 10% City contribution to 401(a) Deferred Compensation account with 4% mandatory employee contribution in addition to an employee-optional 457 account

Experience:

• Seven (7) years of full-time building inspection experience with a public agency or equivalent, with three (3) years of lead experience at a level equivalent to the City of Fairfield’s Senior Building Inspector classification.

Education:

• Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade is required. Related college course work is highly desirable.

LICENSE AND / OR CERTIFICATE

• Possession of a valid California Driver's license is required.
• International Code Council (ICC) certifications for Residential and Commercial levels are required:
  • Residential Level
    • Residential Building Inspector (B1)*
  • Commercial Level
    • Commercial "Combination" Inspector (requires all the below listed certifications and noted equivalents)
    • Building (B2)*
    • Mechanical (M2)**
    • Electrical (E2)
    • Plumbing (P2)**
• Acceptable ICBO and IAPMO legacy program equivalencies are noted below:
  • *ICBO legacy certification as a "Building Inspector" will be accepted as an equivalent to the Building (B1) & (B2) certifications.
  • **IAPMO certifications in Plumbing & Mechanical are equivalent to the (M2) & (P2) certifications.
• Certification from the CA Division of the State Architect as a Certified Accessibility Specialist is required within the first year in the position.

All licenses and certifications must be maintained as a condition of employment.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best-qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination.

The City of Fairfield is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism.