Assistant Building Official

Job Posting: Assistant Building Official

The Assistant Building Official assists in the enforcement and application of the Florida Building Code (FBC) and applicable City Ordinances, as they pertain to permit issuance, plan review and construction inspections. They assist in the enforcement of applicable State Statutes relevant to Project Designers and Construction Contractors and assist in the administration of Policy and Procedures for Building Services Division staff members. Their work is reviewed in conferences with the employees, by direct observation of results achieved, and through review of reports and records.

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The minimum qualifications for this position include a Bachelors Degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Engineering, Architecture; supplemented by seven to ten years progressively experience as an electrical contractor, general contractor, mechanical contractor, or plumbing contractor with five years construction experience in High Velocity Hurricane Zones (HVHZ), including at least three years of supervisory or management experience; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience. Must be certified by the State of Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board (BCAIB) as a Building Code Administrator. Required certifications must be kept current. Must possess or be able to obtain certification as a Building Official by Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals (BORA) within ninety (90) days of hire.

In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications listed above, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions to perform this job successfully. Must have National Incident Management System (NIMS) certification (level to be determined by job classification requirements), or obtain within one year of employment. Must be a certified general contractor, building official, and Floodplain Manager. Must have a valid Florida drivers license with satisfactory driving record throughout employment.

In order to move on to the next phase of the application screening process, you must attach proof of education. Applicants who demonstrate they meet the minimum requirements may be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to, evaluation of training and experience background investigation; medical evaluation; controlled substance screen. Applicants are required to sign an affidavit for non-use of tobacco products in order to be considered for employment. Veteran's Preference Applies: The City of Hallandale Beach values the service that veterans and their family members have given to our country, and as such, proactively recruits and hires veterans and qualified spouses to the greatest extent possible. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post-secondary educational requirements. To obtain veteran's preference, applicants MUST submit a copy of separation papers (DD214), Veterans' Preference Certification form and meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by the Florida Statutes. Documentation must be provided at time of application, demonstrating applicant meets position requirements.

Summary of Benefits for City of Hallandale Beach Employees - Management Level, Tier III

We believe City employees to be our most valuable asset. To attract and retain the best employees, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package which includes training, educational assistance, performance appraisal and a merit program. The following are included as part of the City's Third Tier Management Benefits Package:

• Health Insurance
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Program
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Voluntary 401(a) Match Plan
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Discounted Supplemental Insurances
• Tax Deferred 125 Plans
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Roth IRA
• Paid Vacation Days
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
• Educational Reimbursement Program
• Credit Union
• Direct Deposit
• Sick Leave Buy-Back
• Self Care Days
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Parental Leave
• 4-Day Workweek

Insurance Benefits Health Insurance

The City provides employees with health insurance benefits through Aetna Health Care Plan. The City pays 100% of the premium cost for employee and 90% for dependent(s). Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

The City provides Management Level III employees with a Health Reimbursement Arrangement account to help cover the cost of the annual health insurance deductible. The monies are not taxable, are pre-funded by the City and can be used to pay any qualified in-network medical deductible or prescription copays that are incurred under the medical plan. Depending on the health insurance plan election you make, the City contributes either $2,000, $3,000 or $4,000 to your HRA account on a Fiscal Year basis. The HRA funds are not rolled over from year to year and cannot be used for dental or vision.

Dental Insurance

The City provides employees with dental insurance through Aetna Dental, of which two options (Dental DMO and Dental PPO) are offered. The City pays $5.00 per month towards dental coverage premium.

Additional Insurance Allowance

Third-Tier Management employees receive an annual allowance of $700 to be used toward additional health/dental premiums and/or the purchase of additional insurance as described below.

Vision Program

Vision coverage on routine eye exams, eyeglasses and contact lenses is available through Aetna Health Care. The City pays 100% coverage for employee only. See plan information for details regarding the vision care program.

Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

The City provides all full-time employees with $50,000 in term life insurance. There is no cost to employees for this benefit.

Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance

Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance up to $500,000 on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. See the information packet for details.

Discounted Supplemental Insurances

Several supplemental insurances are offered through AFLAC at discounted rates for City employees. Plans include: Accident; Cancer; Critical Care; Hospital Confinement Protection; and Short-term Disability.

Hospital Indemnity Plan

A voluntary Hospital Indemnity Plan is offered through Aetna Health Care Plan that pays you benefits when you are confined to a hospital, whether for planned or unplanned reasons, as well as for other medical services.

Retirement/Savings Accounts

Florida Retirement System (FRS)

Participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) is mandatory for all eligible Management Level III employees. The FRS offers eligible employees an option between a Pension Plan and an Investment Plan. Management Level III employees are classified in the Regular Service Class and as of July 1, 2019, the mandatory employee contribution rate is 3% of salary regardless of which plan is chosen.

Voluntary 401(a) Match Plan

The City offers a voluntary 401(a) City-matching program, in which the City will contribute up to a 3% salary match on a bi-weekly basis into a 401(a) Defined Contribution account. The City will contribute a match of 1%, 2%, or 3% based on the employee selection. Vesting is 100% upon plan enrollment.

Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan)

The City makes available a deferred compensation plan (MissionSquare 457 plan), for which the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis. No employer contributions.

Roth IRA Savings Plan (Roth IRA)

The City makes available a Roth IRA savings plan, through which the employee may voluntarily make after-tax contributions through payroll deductions. No employer contributions are made. Flexible Spending Account(s)

The City offers two Flexible Spending Accounts through Benefits Outsource Inc., which provide pre-tax savings for employees. One plan covers dependent care and the other provides for medical reimbursement. Employees may set-up a flexible spending account during the annual Open Enrollment period only.

Paid Leave

Vacation

Professional/management employees accrue 128 hours (10.66 hours/month) of vacation leave per year. Accrual begins immediately and may be taken after three (3) months of employment.

Holidays