Distinguishing Features of the Class
Assists the Building Official in the operations and activities of the Permit and Development Center division; plans, organizes, and directs the operations and activities of the division as assigned; performs directly related work as required.
The City of Des Moines promotes a healthy work life balance and offers a comprehensive benefits package including:- Residency Incentive Program
- Alternative Work Schedule Options
- Paid Volunteer Time-Off
- Parental Leave
- Vacation and Sick Leave
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Health/Dental/Life/LTD Insurance
- Wellness Programs and Activities
- Tuition Reimbursement and Continuing Education Programs
- Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Benefit
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan through IPERS
- Deferred Compensation Plan with City Match up to 2.5%
- Voluntary Insurance Benefit Options
- Employee Discount Program
Acceptable Experience and Training
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Technologies, or other related field; and
• Three years experience in building construction inspection, plan review or other related field involved in the enforcement and application of construction related codes and standards for a governmental agency; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work, such as:
1. Graduation from high school or GED possession and any equivalent combination of education and experience in which two years of building inspection or plan review supervisory experience may substitute for one year of required college education; or
2. Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Technologies, or a related field; and five years experience in building construction inspection, plan review or other related field involved in the enforcement and application of construction related codes and standards for a governmental agency.
Transcripts verifying degree conferred, if applicable, must be submitted to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department to receive credit. Please send electronically to humanresources@dmgov.org , by fax to 515-237-1680, or by mail to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317 by the application deadline . Required Special Qualifications
• Certification from the International Code Council as a Building Inspector, Combination Inspector, or equivalent thereof; and
• Certification from the International Code Council as a Building Plans Examiner.
• Must obtain certification as a Certified Building Official (CBO) from the International Code Council within 24 months of appointment.
• Candidates for positions in this class must pass a post-employment offer physical examination and drug screen.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Must possess a valid Iowa Driver’s License or evidence of equivalent mobility.
ICC Certification documentation must be submitted to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department by the application deadline to receive credit. Please send electronically to humanresources@dmgov.org, by fax to 515-237-1680, or by mail to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317. Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)
• Supervises and evaluates the work of assigned employees; recommends personnel actions related to selection, disciplinary procedures, performance, leaves, grievances, work schedules, and assignments; administers personnel policies and procedures;
• Performs inspections as needed;
• Assists in reviewing architectural and structural plans of residences, buildings and other structures for approval and issuance of permits as needed.
• Interprets construction code related standards, rules and regulations and makes decisions on technical problems of code enforcement and applications related to field inspections activities.
• Serves as the emergency contact to provide after-hours building inspections due to disasters or support of Police or Fire Department dispatch requests;
• Supervises the complaint investigation, evaluation and condemnation of structures within the scope of the Permit and Development Center's responsibilities.
• Provides staff support to the Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals.
• Assists in the research and investigation of new products, materials and methods of construction and prepares technical reports as a result of this research.
• Coordinates the annual license renewal inspections for theaters, homeless shelters, beer and liquor dispensing establishments as well as other annual inspection responsibilities of the Permit and Development Division.
• Reviews, analyzes, and recommends to the Building Official new or revised code regulations and policies.
• Represents the Development Services Department on issues relating to permitting and inspection, including serving as a liaison for the City Manager and City Council and serving on various boards and commissions in times of the Building Official’s absence;
• Provides status reports to the Building Official on permitting and inspection operations, projects, any major shift in policies or procedures and recommendations for future department improvements;
• Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to other employees when needed;
• Attends meetings, conferences, workshops and training sessions and reviews publications and other pertinent materials to become and remain current on the principles, practices and new developments in assigned work areas;
• Responds to citizens’ questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner;
• Maintains liaison with local contractors, builders, architects, engineers and other departmental representatives.
• Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities;
• Performs special projects for the Building Official as requested;
• Performs other directly related duties consistent with the role and function of the classification.
Click here for Benefit SummaryClosing Date/Time: 5/29/2024 4:00 PM Central
