Career Opportunity

Chief Building Inspector - SF Department of Building Inspection (6334)

Recruitment: RTF0124092-01151271

Published: July 20, 2022

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About:

The Department of Building Inspection oversees the effective, efficient, fair and safe enforcement of City building, housing, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and disability access codes for San Francisco’s more than 200,000 buildings.  Position is located on 49 South Van Ness.

Role description

Appointment Type: 

Temporary-Exempt.  This position is exempt from Civil Service Commission rules pursuant to the City and County of San Francisco, Charter Section 10.104, and incumbents serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer.

Definition:

Under general direction, the Chief Building Inspector manages and administers the assigned division(s), establishes inspection and operational procedures, interprets and explains codes, represents the department in front of boards and commissions, reviews and resolves complaints, performs building and structural inspections as necessary, and coordinates with other departments as a response team in the event of emergencies and disasters.

Duties:

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list. 1.    Manages/administers assigned division(s) by planning, directing, and evaluating the work of subordinate staff who provide information regarding inspection services to the public, review plans and permits, and perform inspections in connection with the construction and modification of buildings or other structures, and of buildings under investigation for code violations in order to ensure that department policies and procedures are adhered to and the applicable codes, ordinances, and laws are properly enforced. At the Department of Building Inspection, this includes the supervision of Senior Building Inspectors who supervise the daily operations of the Building Inspectors. Prepares the divisions budget by analyzing operational data and determining the needs of the division(s). 2.    Interprets and explains codes, related laws and ordinances which govern building construction in the City & County of San Francisco such as the building code, housing code, mechanical code, state building standards, Title 24 accessibility requirements and energy conservation standards, appeal procedures, abatement process and permit processing to staff and others including architects, engineers, contractors, and the general public to ensure that the information concerning the department is disseminated accurately. At the Port, this includes marine terminal construction standards. 3.    Represents the department at meetings, hearings, and in court by preparing evidence and/or appearing before such bodies as the Board of Supervisors, Building Inspection Commission, judicial committees, Access Appeals Commission, Unreinforced Masonry Building Appeals Board, Board of Permit Appeals, Abatement Appeals Board, and Board of Examiners in order to testify or present information regarding code violation cases and other matters concerning their respective division(s). This includes acting as the hearing officer on behalf of the Director. 4.    Directs the preparation and maintenance of records and reports on abatement appeals board cases, statistical analyses, inspection activities, work orders, contracts, specifications, plans, cost estimates, emergency orders, and operational activities of the respective division(s) by assigning, reviewing, and revising when necessary, to ensure that such work is correct, complete, and in conformance with departmental policies and procedures. 5.    Reviews complaints regarding inspection services, plan reviews, code interpretations, and/or code violations from property owners, port tenants, general public, other city departments, and various civic groups by researching pertinent codes, ordinances, laws and conducting investigations, taking appropriate actions, and informing complainant of findings in order to clarify and resolve problems. 6.    Establishes inspection and operational procedures for the assigned division by reviewing existing policies and procedures and when necessary, revising or creating new procedures in order to effectively maximize staff and resources and/or conform to current laws, regulations, ordinances and codes regulating the construction and modification of buildings and other structures. 7.    Reviews current codes, administrative bulletins and code rulings in order to inform staff of revisions and/or additions, and to provide management with input regarding the feasibility of such revisions or additions on current work processes and, if necessary, prepares recommendations for revisions or additions. 8.    Oversees and performs building and other structural inspections as required by making field visits and checking for conformance to approved plans and specifications, and compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and laws. This includes coordinating with other departments as a response team in the event of emergencies and disasters such as fire, earthquake, explosions, and landslides. The Chief Building Inspector at the Port also performs pier inspections in a boat; and performs inspections in areas where there is known hazardous waste. 9.    Performs related duties as assigned.

How to qualify

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of: the uses and characteristics of construction materials and equipment; present and past building construction methods and techniques; Title 24 accessibility requirements; and building codes, state building standards, and other codes, regulations, ordinances, and laws that govern building construction in the City and County of San Francisco and the State of California. Ability to: analyze information from appropriate sources to formulate and execute effective solutions; schedule and coordinate tasks or events in a logical manner so as to maximize staff and material resources and increase efficiency; plan, coordinate, monitor, and evaluate the work of subordinate staff and contractors; deal courteously, patiently and effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds including staff, architects, engineers, contractors, owners, and general public; speak clearly and distinctly to express ideas and information in a concise and effective manner; listen, comprehend, and summarize information regarding policies, procedures, rules, and regulations; communicate clearly and effectively in writing; and move in and out of buildings, tunnels, ditches and other related areas.

Minimum Qualifications

These minimum qualifications establish the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification.  Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement. Four (4) years of verifiable experience as a building inspector with a public agency in a jurisdiction with a population of approximately 700,000. At least two (2) years of this experience must be at a level equivalent to class 6333 Senior Building Inspector with the City and County of San Francisco, which includes supervision of building inspectors.

Verification:
Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. More information can be found at: https://sfdhr.org/information-about-hiring-process#verification. Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

Selection Process:
Applications will be screened for relevant qualifying experience. Additional screening mechanisms may be used to determine candidates' qualifications.  Only those applicants who most closely meet the needs of the Agency will be invited to move forward in the selection process.

What else should I know?

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation: $148,564 to $180,622 Yearly

Information about the Hiring Process: click here

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the analyst, Yvonne Lin, by email at yvonne.lin@sfgov.org. 

Filing Deadline: Interested Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this announcement may close on August 3, 2022.

General Information concerning City and County of San Francisco Employment Policies and Procedures:
Important Employment Information for the City and County of San Francisco can be obtained at http://www.sfdhr.org/index.aspx?page=20 or hard copy at 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:  All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Someone is fully vaccinated when 14 days have passed since they received the final dose of a two-shot vaccine or a dose of a one-shot vaccine. Any new hire must present proof of full vaccination status to be appointed. Any new hire who will be routinely assigned or occasionally enter High-Risk Settings, must provide proof of having received a COVID-19 booster vaccine by March 1, 2022, or once eligible.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:  All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Someone is fully vaccinated when 14 days have passed since they received the final dose of a two-shot vaccine or a dose of a one-shot vaccine. Any new hire must present proof of full vaccination status to be appointed. Any new hire who will be routinely assigned or occasionally enter High-Risk Settings, must provide proof of having received a COVID-19 booster vaccine by March 1, 2022, or once eligible.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.