Building Official

Enforcement for a Safe and Healthy Solano County

The Department of Resource Management is a comprehensive agency comprised of the Public Works, Building and Safety, Planning Services, Environmental Health Services, Parks, and Administrative Services Divisions. The department provides for the well-being of Solano County's present and future residents and the public at-large through administration and enforcement of Federal, State, and Local laws and policies pertaining to transportation, building construction, land use planning, environmental health, and recreation.

The Building and Safety Services Division performs building plan reviews, issues building, and other construction related permits, performs inspections of permitted construction and building improvements for compliance with all applicable codes and regulations, and enforces mandated State and Federal Codes, as well as County adopted California Building Standards Codes.

To learn more about the Department of Resource Management, please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/depts/rm/default.asp   

The Department of Resource Management is looking for a seasoned Building Official to lead the Building Division. The ideal candidate will be expected to manage and direct the work of the Building Division in the enforcement of federal, state, and county building codes, vehicle abatement, fire safety, building code enforcement programs, and establishment of County property addresses.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Experience: 
Four years of experience in public sector building inspection involving the regulation and enforcement of building, vehicle abatement and building fire codes which include two years of supervisory experience.
 
Education/Training:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required, preferably with coursework in management, architecture, planning or engineering. Certification as a Certified Access Specialist (CASP) is highly desirable.

To review the job description for this position, please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=15565

§ The County participates in the CalPERS retirement 2% @ 60 for current members of PERS from another agency (or reciprocal retirement system) and 2% @ 62 for new members.

§ Longevity Pay: Employees are eligible to receive an additional 2.5% longevity pay after the completion of continuous service at 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, and 35 years. Employees may receive credit for prior years of service employed with California cities, counties, joint power authorities, and other special districts.

§ Vacation: 20 days per year.

§ Administrative Leave: 80 hours per year.

§ A cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits, offered through CalPERS. Medical insurance is effective the first of the month following date of hire.  The County offers a cash back provision for those who choose employee-only or who waive medical insurance coverage.

§ Dental and vision insurances for the employee and eligible dependents are paid 100% by the County.

§ The county participates in Social Security. 

To review the benefits for this position, please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=18189  

5/4/15 - Deadline to submit application and any required documentation.

5/14/15 - 5/21/15 - Tentative dates for Oral Board interviews.

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a written and/or practical exam, an oral interview, or any combination listed. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.

RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees

To apply, please click on the "Apply Online" icon below. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (e.g. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, certificates) must be submitted with a document cover sheet, available on the County's employment website: http://www.jobaps.com/Solano/sup/doccover.pdf or at the of Human Resources’ office, and are due by the final filing date.  

Previously submitted application materials (i.e. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, certificates, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment, but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.

Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170 or at 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800 Fairfield 94533.  The office is open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.  Paper applications may be completed in person during office hours. EOE/AA

A Bachelor's degree is required for this position. Candidates must submit a copy of their degree (verifying date and degree conferred), or official/unofficial transcripts (verifying date and degree conferred) by the final filing date.  Candidates who fail to submit their degree or transcripts by the final filing date will be disqualified from the recruitment. 

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:  Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service.  The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.

How to Submit Your Documents

In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents in-person or by mail at Solano County Department of Human Resources 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800, Fairfield CA 94533, or by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com. When submitting documents in-person, by mail or by fax, include the recruitment title (Building Official) and the recruitment number (15-127060-01). If submitting by email, please include the recruitment name and number in the subject line.

This Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine applicants’ qualifications for this position and whether they will continue in the recruitment process; therefore, applicants are encouraged to answer all questions thoroughly and completely. Omitted information will not be considered or assumed. Applicants who have no experience in a specific area are recommended to state "no experience in this area" instead of leaving the space blank.

It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES:  Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need special testing arrangements, must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/inc/blobfetch.aspx?BlobID=18134. This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date.  Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.

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Located 45 miles northeast of San Francisco and 45 miles southwest of Sacramento, Solano County is home to rolling hills, waterfronts and fertile farmland.

Solano offers a blend of agriculture, corporate business, cultural venues, festivals and events, and provides residents with many recreation and entertainment choices. The County is also home to Travis Air Force Base.

With its strategic location, affordable housing, natural resources, responsible land use planning, and attractive quality of life, Solano County is a great place to live, learn, work and play.

County Population (January 2012): 413,786

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. 

SOLANO COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER