Building & Development Services Director
Date Adopted by City Manager
11/01/06
Comp. Code
8810
Management
Exempt
Job Title
Building & Development Services Director
Definition
Under general direction of the City Manager, to plan, direct and review the activities of Building and Development Services; to provide professional and technical staff assistance; manages and supervises staff; perform the statutory duties of City Engineer and the Director of Public Works; to perform related work as required.
Typical Duties
Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the overall activities of Building and Development Services, including the design and construction of public facilities and transportation systems; develop and implement departmental policies, procedures and regulations; confer with and advise supervisory personnel on problems related to the design, construction and maintenance of public works facilities, and the interpretation and enforcement of construction specifications; direct the preparation of plans, engineering reports and studies, estimates, and proposed ordinances; review and sign plans for public works improvements; oversee Development activities such as inspection of plans, building construction projects and the enforcement of the Chico Municipal Code; act as technical advisor to the City Manager and City Council on engineering and building matters; respond to and resolve citizen inquiries and complaints; select and direct professional engineering consultants; preparation and administration of the department budget; coordinate activities with other City departments, outside agencies, private developers, architects, and engineers; supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff; perform related assignments as necessary.
Tools and Equipment Used
Personal computer, including word processing, spreadsheet, and data base; motor vehicle; phone; radio; fax and copy machines.
Physical Demands
Work is performed mostly in office settings. Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments, construction sites, or public works facilities. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk on uneven land; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear; and smell.
The employee must occasionally lift up and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office and moderate in the field.
Desired Qualifications
Knowledge of
Principles and practices of engineering and functions of building, including administration and construction of public works facilities and technical inspection services; methods, materials and techniques employed in public works construction; principles and practices of modern office management; recent developments, current literature and sources of information in municipal administration; principles of organization, administration, budget, and personnel management.
Ability to
Organize, direct and coordinate the activities of a department in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; delegate authority and responsibly schedule and program work on a long-term basis; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; select, supervise, train and evaluate subordinates.
Experience
Five years of professional engineering and administrative experience in public facilities design and construction, including at least two years experience in a responsible supervisory management position involving design, construction and maintenance of public works facilities. Building construction and plan check experience is desirable.
Education
Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering.
Necessary Special Requirement
Possession of a certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California. Note: If certificate of registration as a professional Civil Engineer is issued on or after January 1, 1982, the additional certification as a licensed land surveyor in the State of California is desired.
Additional Requirements
Possession of a valid California Driver License.