Job Description

This upper management classification performs skilled office and plan checking work, including complicated and unique projects, to secure compliance with municipal building ordinances and related regulations. Oversees the work distributed to the other levels of Building Code Specialist, consultants, and/or oversees the operation of the Permit Services Center
Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following: Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards.
Explain building codes and ordinance provisions to the general public, City staff, engineers, architects, contractors, builders or owners. Assess the structural stability of buildings and structures in accordance with the requirements of the Glendale Building and Safety Code. Assess the stability of a site to support proposed construction. Assess project buildings and sites for compliance with accessibility standards to insure that both building and site improvements are accessible to persons with disabilities. Review architectural and structural plans, specifications and computations submitted in connection with applications for permits for single and multiple dwellings, apartment houses, hotels, commercial, office and manufacturing buildings, signs, and any other type of structure, for compliance with the Glendale Building and Safety Code, for structural safety, fire safety, exits and other pertinent City ordinances. Assess building plans for compliance with the State of California Energy Code. Approves or disapproves applications for building permits. Interact with City staff to provide exceptional customer service to permit applicants. May accompany inspection staff on site visits.
Prepares or assists in the preparation of new regulations and recommends revision of existing regulations.

Prepares correspondence, technical reports and maintains records.

Approves or disapproves applications for building permits.

May attend meetings on behalf of the Deputy Building Official or Building Official as necessary. Drives on City business as necessary. Assume responsibility for ensuring the duties of their position are performed in a safe, efficient manner. Perform other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:
California Building, Residential, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Energy, Green Building and related codes.
Construction methods and materials for one and two story wood framed structures.
Laws, ordinances and regulations of City, State and special agencies regarding buildings and structures.
Practices and procedures of engineering activities.
Prescriptive method of wood construction ("Type V Construction").

Knowledge of and skill in: Exceptional customer service practices. Ability to: Provide exceptional customer service to those using the Community Development Department services. Analyze data, recognize problems and arrive at acceptable recommendations and solutions. Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. Compare construction in progress for compliance with plans and engineering specifications. Conduct technical inspections of occupancies as required. Contribute to a highly effective customer service oriented environment.Develop accurate and concise reports. Develop and maintain policies, procedures and specifications. Develop necessary skills from on-the-job training and meet the standards of performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period. Effectively train and supervisor subordinates.
Establish professional working relationships and resolve interpersonal conflicts. Express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Foster a teamwork environment.
Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct. Read and interpret building plans, calculations, surveys, specifications and blue prints. Read, write and comprehend directions in English.
Review and evaluate subordinates' job performance. Other Characteristics Willingness to: Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment. Assume responsibility for providing exceptional customer service.Initiate, recommend and carry out personnel actions. Work the necessary hours and times to accomplish goals, objectives and required tasks. Experience Seven years of professional engineering experience in civil engineering work, including four years in the field of structural engineering.

Education/Training Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Fire Protection, Architecture, or a related construction discipline is required. License(s) / Certification(s) Valid Class C California driver's license. ICC Certification as a Plans Examiner required prior to completion of probationary employment. Cal-EMA Safety Assessment program certification required prior to completion of probationary employment.Registration as a Civil Engineer with the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers or registration as an Architect with the California Architects Board. Registration as a Structural Engineer with the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers is desirable. CASp certification is desirable. Promotional Eligibility Any City of Glendale employee who meets the minimum qualifications for this position, has completed probation or six months of City employment, and is occupying a permanent full-time classification on file in the Human Resources Department. Hourly City employees may be considered, provided that they furnish proof of continuous employment immediately preceding the final filing date, which would equal a minimum of six months of full-time service or 1040 part-time hours. (Civil Service Rule VIII 4-E).

Exceptional Customer Service Policy

The City of Glendale places a high importance on quality customer service and prides itself for the high level of services it provides by every employee of the organization. As employees of the City of Glendale, we are committed to providing our diverse community and each other with courteous, considerate, and personal attention.
Please click on the link to read the Exceptional Customer Service Policy .

Note An equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training may substitute for the listed minimum requirements. EVALUATION OF APPLICATION: All applications, resumes and submitted reference materials will be reviewed and evaluated and only the best-qualified candidates based on applicable experience will be invited to the selection process.

ORAL INTERVIEW: (Weight of 100%) To evaluate the applicant's experience, education, and general background for the position.


Candidates must pass each exam component with a minimum score of 70.00% in order to be placed on the eligible list.


TIME AND PLACE OF THE EXAMINATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED. Any evaluation will be based on the candidate's education and experience as related to the position. Any examination will be to evaluate the candidate's education, experience, knowledge and skills for the position. The City of Glendale reserves the right to modify the above stated examination components and/or weights. Should this be necessary, the candidates will be notified of the specific examination components and weights prior to the administration of any examination. The selected candidate will be subjected to a background check including Livescan fingerprinting. The City of Glendale conforms with State and Federal obligations to make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. The Human Resources Department asks that it be advised of special needs at least five days prior to the first test part so that a reasonable accommodation may be made. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Glendale requires that all new employees provide documentation to establish both work authorization and identity. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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