Job Details

Under general direction, functions as the Washoe County Building Official; provides direction for plan checking and building inspection services to ensure completeness and compliance with building codes, federal and state laws and local ordinances; and performs related work as required.

This is an Open Competitive/Countywide Promotional recruitment being conducted to fill a current full-time vacancy in the Community Services Department. The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

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About the position

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with proven experience in building compliance or the construction industry who is ready to play a critical role in how our community develops over time. This position functions as Washoe County's Building Official, charged with ensuring structures in the unincorporated County meet life safety critical codes. Washoe County's goal is to ensure excellent service to all customers, from owner-builders to large developers and partner agencies. This position directly supervises Plans Examiners and the Building Inspection Supervisor.

For more information on this position, please see the Job Specification at

About the Community Services Department

The Washoe County Community Services Department (CSD) provides efficient roads, parks, utilities, and development services while supporting a healthy workforce and community. Washoe County CSD exists to serve our customers. We commit to understanding their needs, being responsive and proactively seeking solutions that collectively lead to our region's success.

The Building Program ensures buildings/structures are safe, by applying nationally recognized codes and County adopted ordinances through our plan check and inspection services. These standards are a vital part of Washoe County's quality of life and play a key role in maintaining minimum acceptable construction standards and a predictable regulatory environment. Our goal is to assist our customers by providing exceptional public service and to foster a resilient built environment.

Minimum Requirements:

Two years of full-time experience in building plans examination, inspection, or construction with at least one of those years acting in a supervisory capacity AND a bachelor's degree in architecture, architectural engineering, construction management, engineering or a closely related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Candidates who do not possess a bachelor's degree but have sufficient work experience to qualify under an “equivalent combination of education and experience,” are highly encouraged to apply.

License Or Certificate:

• A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.
• ICC Building Plans Examiner (B3) certification AND a minimum of two ICC inspector certifications (residential or commercial) in building, mechanical, electrical, or plumbing; OR an ICC Master Code Professional certification or a recognized equivalent certification is required at the time of application. Required certifications must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.
• Must obtain an ICC Building Official or Building Code Official certification within one year of appointment and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• ICC Certification as a Building Official
• A strong knowledge of ICC codes and other building codes adopted by Washoe County (www.washoecounty.gov/building/building_codes.php)
• Significant experience with multi-family and non-residential projects
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to tactfully and effectively navigate complex and difficult scenarios
• Ability to evaluate requests for alternative materials and methods in a timely and fair manner
• Proven experience assessing and improving processes, including finding creative solutions to problems
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing during challenging situations
• A strong desire to serve the Washoe County community
• Ability to effectively manage, assess and train both field and in-office employees
• Excellent listening and mediation skills
• Strong administrative and organizational skills

TO BE CONSIDERED:

Submit the required application at:

In addition to the application, the following documents must be included with the application before the filing deadline in order to be considered:

• Compelling cover letter
• Comprehensive resume which includes how the applicant meets the Ideal Candidate criteria
• Three professional references

1. Washoe County Human Resources will review the submitted application materials. Candidates identified with the most potential for success will be forwarded to the hiring department for an interview. The hiring department will interview candidates on a continuous basis until the position is filled. This recruitment will remain open until the position is filled.

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• “Account” to update your contact information. Please note to update your phone number on previously submitted applications you must contact ...@washoecounty.gov.

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Washoe County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce that creates a sense of belonging for all employees and citizens, thereby encouraging persons from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for employment.

Washoe County will recruit, hire, train and promote into all job levels without regard to race, religion or belief, gender, marital status or domestic partnership, familial status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information (GINA), veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association or union or any other protected class under applicable federal or state law.