Chief Building Official Building and Development Manager

Chief Building Official

Are you results-driven, ready to make a difference, and prepared to engage with an innovative team? The City of Sausalito invites applications for the position of Chief Building Official Building & Development Manager. The salary is $52.36 - $70.16 hourly. A 4-day work week is available, plus an excellent benefits package. Open until filled, first review will occur on December 4, 2023. Applicants are encouraged to apply early.

The Chief Building Official reports to the Community and Economic Development Director and oversees all operations of the Building Division; directs, assigns, supervises, and plans the activities; coordinates and directs resolution of complex development issues and disputes; serves as the principal enforcement officer of the building and housing codes of the City; provides or ensures staff support for boards and commissions and participates with the City's Executive Management Team.

Ideal Candidate Will :

• Prepare and present compelling and persuasive factual presentations and reports to public bodies, community groups, trade organizations, and the public.
• Have knowledge of principles and practices of modern public administration including planning, organizing, staffing, supervising, training, and performance evaluations.
• Exercise sound professional judgment in recognizing and handling politically sensitive issues of public interest.
• Organize, direct, and coordinate the activities of the Building Division.
• Establish, monitor, and assist in the development of Division mission statement, vision, goals, objectives, and priorities.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, department heads, property owners, contractors, civic groups, personnel from other jurisdictions, public officials, and the general public.
• Exercise independent judgment in the application of and apply State, County, and City codes and policies regarding building, zoning, energy, environmental matters, and other regulations to field situations.
• Develop and administer long-range plans consistent with established goals, objectives, and available resources.
• Utilize electronic information systems, such as GIS, to analyze and interpret such information.
• Mediate and resolve complex technical issues in a timely manner.

Qualifications :

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be :

Licenses and certifications : Certification from a recognized state, national, or international association determined by the City. Certification shall be closely related to the primary job functions such as :

Application process : To be considered for this exciting opportunity, candidates should apply through CalOpps.org. Please go to the Member Agencies tab and select the City of Sausalito. Complete an online application and the required supplemental questionnaire. All materials must be included to be considered as a candidate.

This position is open until filled. The first review of applications will occur on December 4, 2023. Applicants are encouraged to apply early.

Additional inquiries about the position may be directed to Mi Ra Park.

The City of Sausalito is not responsible for the failure of internet forms or email in submitting your application. Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the recruitment process should advise Human Resources.

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