Building & Safety Operations Manager

City of Lake Elsinore; Lake Elsinore (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lake Elsinore seeks a Building & Safety Manager to lead the Building Inspection, Plan Check, and Permit Processing teams. You will set policy, supervise staff, coordinate outside contracts, and ensure safety and code compliance across the division.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture or related field, ICC certification, and strong budgeting, training, and contract management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture or a closely related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• ICC certification and licensing requirements.
• Experience supervising and coordinating building inspection/plan check staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and coordinate building inspection, plan check, and permit processing operations.
• Direct and review work of professional and technical staff to ensure code enforcement and safety.
• Administer contracts, budgets, and purchasing; monitor program costs.
• Provide technical guidance and present reports to City Council and regulatory agencies.
• Represent the division at meetings with community groups and outside agencies.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Budget development

Contract management

Code interpretation

Staff training

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture or related field

ICC Certification (Certified Building Official)

Tools

Engineering software

Job description

The City of Lake Elsinore seeks a Building & Safety Manager to lead the Building Inspection, Plan Check, and Permit Processing teams. You will set policy, supervise staff, coordinate outside contracts, and ensure safety and code compliance across the division.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture or related field, ICC certification, and strong budgeting, training, and contract management skills.