City of East Point
Chief Building Official - 50 Worst
City of East Point, Gates-North Gates, New York, United States,
This position is responsible for the oversight of daily operations within the City Manager’s Office pertaining to the identification, abatement (asbestos and lead), demolition, inspection and rehabilitation of blighted structures inventoried by the 50 Worst Properties Program Department. Responsibilities and duties ensure residential and commercial project safety and code compliance through plan review, regular field inspections including foundations, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, erosion and sedimentation control and final inspections for occupancy.Responsibilities include:Coordinates the abatement (asbestos and lead), demolition, inspection, maintenance and rehabilitation of blighted structures with applicable City service delivery departments and associated private vendors.Serves as Construction Project Manager for the court-ordered demolition of all blighted structures identified under the program.Prepares affidavits, notification letters, other related notices and evidence files for court proceedings pertaining to blighted structures identified under the program.Identifies and inspects unsafe structures to include those that are burned and/or abandoned and recommends appropriate abatement procedures as necessary.Schedules, assigns and inspects Staffs’ daily maintenance tasks pertaining to inventoried blighted properties.Reviews and evaluates employee performance and disciplinary actions.Conducts trade inspections pertaining to inventoried blighted properties.Participates in Plan Review meetings pertaining to inventoried blighted properties.Coordinates inspection assignments.Works closely with the City Solicitor, Fire Marshall and Code Enforcement Officer(s).Attends all Municipal and Superior Court proceedings pertaining to the program.Manages adherence to all applicable construction codes as prescribed by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA).Reviews submitted plans for residential and commercial projects identified under the program.Reviews, inspects and recommends corrective actions for drainage and erosion and sedimentation control on residential and/or commercial lots identified under the program.Interprets codes and ordinances for contractors and property owners and answers questions related to building construction policies, codes, ordinances and regulations.Inspects buildings for occupancy type and issues warnings, Stop Work Orders and citations for non-compliance.Attends and participates in meetings regarding properties identified under the program.Prepares, tracks and adheres to the approved budget for the 50 Worst Properties Program.Prepares, records and reviews all applicable reports and Staff assignments uploaded in GIS Workforce and other computer software packages.Attends and on occasion, serves as a panelist for applicable workshops, forums, conferences and training sessions.Attends and presents applicable information at City Council Work Sessions and Meetings, when necessary.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree preferred; College coursework in architecture, construction, engineering or related field is acceptable with a minimum of five (5) years related work experience in the construction industry and three (3) years in a supervisory role. Must possess applicable certifications by the International Code Council as Commercial Combination Inspector, Residential Combination Inspector, Building Plans Examiner and/or respective State trade licenses in plumbing, electrical or mechanical profession. Must be certified by an agency approved under the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Environmental Protection Division (EPD) as an Asbestos Abatement Tester, Asbestos Abatement Supervisor and Lead Abatement Professional. Must possess a valid State of Georgia driver’s license.Knowledge and Skills:Knowledge of applicable policies, procedures, ordinances, codes and regulations adopted by the East Point City Council and implemented by the respective departments.Knowledge of building code regulations adopted by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs.Knowledge of regulations adopted by the Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission.Knowledge of State requirements pertaining to asbestos and lead abatement and disposal.Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions relating to construction.Knowledge of generally accepted planning, engineering, construction and building best practices.Ability to exhibit discretion and independent judgement.Exhibit organizational skills.Ability to prioritize work flow and schedule assignments accordingly.Ability to effectively communicate with members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds including but not limited to: City officials, contractors, builders, developers and the general public.Comfortable with public speaking and preparing presentations.Exhibit basic knowledge of operating light commercial/heavy construction equipment.Ability to operate City vehicles.Exhibit basic knowledge of current office equipment and associated computer software packages.Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with City employees and representatives of other affiliated agencies.Skill in operating small equipment associated with mechanical, electrical, plumbing and building inspections.Supervisory and Management Responsibility:
Responsible for daily supervision of 50 Worst Properties Program staff and Fire Inspector assigned by the Fire Chief. Manages all related functions of the Department.Supervisory Controls:
The Deputy City Manager and/or designee assigns work in terms of Departmental goals and objectives.Guidelines:
City policies, ordinances, regulations and procedures adopted by Council in accordance with the East Point Code of Ordinances and Georgia Department of Community Affairs.Complexity:
The work consists of a variety of technical and physical administrative and supervisory duties.Scope and Effect:
The purpose of this position is to coordinate the identification, abatement, boarding, demolition, inspection and rehabilitation of blighted residential and commercial properties.Personal Contacts:
Contacts are typically with co-workers, builders, contractors, developers, engineers, real estate professionals, attorneys, neighborhood association groups, elected officials (local, state and federal) and the general public.Purpose of Contacts:
Contacts are typically to give and exchange information, resolve problems and provide services.Physical Demands:
Work is typically performed in the office and the field. Field work may include climbing, stooping, bending, lifting and crawling. The employee must be able to lift light to moderately heavy objects and use tools and equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.Work Environment:
Work is typically performed in both the office and the field.
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Responsible for daily supervision of 50 Worst Properties Program staff and Fire Inspector assigned by the Fire Chief. Manages all related functions of the Department.Supervisory Controls:
The Deputy City Manager and/or designee assigns work in terms of Departmental goals and objectives.Guidelines:
City policies, ordinances, regulations and procedures adopted by Council in accordance with the East Point Code of Ordinances and Georgia Department of Community Affairs.Complexity:
The work consists of a variety of technical and physical administrative and supervisory duties.Scope and Effect:
The purpose of this position is to coordinate the identification, abatement, boarding, demolition, inspection and rehabilitation of blighted residential and commercial properties.Personal Contacts:
Contacts are typically with co-workers, builders, contractors, developers, engineers, real estate professionals, attorneys, neighborhood association groups, elected officials (local, state and federal) and the general public.Purpose of Contacts:
Contacts are typically to give and exchange information, resolve problems and provide services.Physical Demands:
Work is typically performed in the office and the field. Field work may include climbing, stooping, bending, lifting and crawling. The employee must be able to lift light to moderately heavy objects and use tools and equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.Work Environment:
Work is typically performed in both the office and the field.
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