Deputy Building Official

Administrative, supervisory, and hands-on work assisting the Building Official in directing and coordinating the operation of the Building Division. May be assigned to administration or development activities.   Assists the department in achieving its mission and vision statements.

**Salary will be determined depending on qualifications of candidates who exceed the minimum requirements as outlined within the job description. 
 **Additional compensation based on licensure. 

Note: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed.  The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position

Supervises and trains development team members, plans examiners, and inspection staff in the execution of building codes. Reviews the work of assigned team members and ensures the smooth operation of team assignments.   Provides supervision for a development review team consisting of building code enforcement personnel. Reviews all development plans from point of submission for compliance with county building and code. Assures all plans submitted for review are in compliance with applicable state code, statutes, and county codes and ordinances.

Explains licensing requirements to permit applicants. Explains all corrections, revisions, and necessary requirements for plans to receive approval and have a permit issued.

Resolves code interpretation issues and explains to applicants all necessary changes to be made to drawings for compliance with codes and ordinances.

Investigates complaints and initiates appropriate corrective action.

May perform or direct inspections of complicated structures. May inspect unsafe buildings and recommend appropriate corrective actions. Approves Certificates of Occupancy.

Direct supervision of Plans Review Team, including day-to-day operations, assisting in direct plans review activities, and ensuring all plans review are completed in a timely manner as outlined in all applicable Florida Statutes and is code compliant. 

Initiates and/or effectively recommends for final approval by the Building Official and Division Manager, hiring, performance evaluations, termination, disciplinary and/or commendatory actions for assigned personnel.

Act as the interim Building Official while the County Building Official is on vacation or out for any other reason. 

Additional Duties:

Performs other related work as required.

In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.

State licensed Building Code Administrator with five (5) years’ experience as an inspector, plans examiner, architect, engineer, building contractor, or superintendent of building construction and two (2) years’ experience in a supervisory capacity. Additionally having current State licensing as a Plans Examiner in one, or more of the following trades Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, One-and-Two Family.

A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Must be registered as a Building Official by the State of Florida. Must meet certification requirements as defined by the State of Florida. Must meet continuing education requirements as defined by Florida Statute 468.   Pursuant to Florida Statutes, Chapter 112, incumbents must annually file “Form 1 Limited Financial Disclosure” in the county of their residence.  

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.  

Extensive knowledge of the methods utilized to determine compliance with building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and, fire codes and ordinances.  Considerable knowledge of local laws, county ordinances, and/or State Statutes that reflect the operation of the building division.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction plans and specifications, read and interpret major structure plans and specifications.  

Ability to communicate and maintain an effective working relationship with superiors, subordinates, contractors and the general public. 

Ability to answer questions and/or complaints regarding construction requirements. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.  

Ability to compile data and effectively prepare statistical reports. Ability to make presentations and respond to questions regarding construction requirements.

Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and other related software is required to maintain productivity.  

Knowledge of personal computer and general office equipment such as fax, copier, 10 key calculator, and printers is required.   

All employees must attend Seminole County Required Trainings.

Department Specific trainings per position may be required.

Salary : $78,706 - $102,317