This position is eligible for a tiered sign-on bonus up to $5,000

What You'll Be Doing

Come thrive with us! Planning, Development and Inspections provide building inspections and permitting services in one of the most dynamic and fastest growing areas in the country! This includes all unincorporated areas of Wake County, the Wake County Public School System and for the Towns of Knightdale, Rolesville, Wendell and Zebulon. Come join our team as Inspections Supervisor!

How we can benefit you:

• $5,000 sign on bonus
• 5% (no match required) into a 401K
• Many more excellent benefits such as retirement pension plan, paid holidays, paid family illness, paid parental leave, annual and sick leave and great healthcare benefits

What does a typical day look like?

• You will spend most of your time in a standard office setting with occasional local travel to construction sites, training seminary and meetings with municipalities
• Supervises permit and plan review activities of accepting, reviewing and processing permit applications
• Provides technical support to staff for front and back office permitting software systems
• Coordinates with staff to improve permitting software systems and procedures
• Establishes procedures, schedules and allocates needed resources for efficient and effective permitting services
• Maintains and monitors the retention of permitting and inspection records for the department
• Supervises and performs financial activities for the department including establishing permitting fee schedules, processing refunds and preparing financial reports
• Works with other Wake County departments to facilitate coordination and compliance with permitting and inspection activities
• Provides guidance and solutions to the more difficult and complex issues that arise with permitting, inspections, procedures or policies
• Investigates customer complaints, recommends corrective action necessary to resolve issues and works with staff to limit issues that generate complaints
• Coordinates with contract municipalities to provide inspections services

About Our Team

Wake County Inspections & Permits provides building inspections and permitting services for all unincorporated areas of Wake County and, through contractual agreements, provides inspections services to the towns of Knightdale, Rolesville, Wendell and Zebulon.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• High school diploma or GED
• Five years of experience in the construction industry
• Standard Level III Code Official Certification required in Building Trades within Four years
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• Standard Level III Certification in Plumbing, Mechanical and Electrical
• Experience in permitting, plan review or inspections
• Supervisory experience in a customer service environment

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Extensive knowledge in North Carolina Building Codes and North Carolina General Statutes as it relates to permitting and inspections
• Broad experience and understanding of construction practices and methods
• Ability to clearly communicate to the public complex technical codes, regulatory requirements and county procedures, in verbal and written from
• Ability to proficiently manage multiple tasks, programs and projects
• Establish clear priorities and timelines to meet established goals
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with homeowners, contractors, developers, architects, engineers, county staff and municipalities
• Ability to articulate a clear vision for the department and lead with professionalism, integrity, accountability and a positive attitude

About This Position

Location: Waverly F. Akins Wake County Office Building Raleigh, NC 27610

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:15am - 5:00pm

Hiring Range: 64,971 - 110,454

Market Range: 64,971.00 - 110,454.00

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 6/26/2024

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

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