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2021/04/27 City Council Resolution 2021-038 RESOLUTION NO. 2021-038 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK APPROVING SALARY RANGES AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING MANAGERBUILDING OFFICIAL AND SENIOR BUILDING INSPECTOR WHEREAS, the City Council has approved a reorganization that includes moving the capital projects team from the Development Services Department to the Public Works Department; and WHEREAS, the Deputy City Engineer, who will be moving to Public Works, currently supervises and provides direction to engineering permitting staff who will remain in the Development Services Department; and WHEREAS, staff has reviewed the needs of the Development Services Department and is proposing to upgrade the current Chief Building Official to Development Engineering Manager/Building Official and the current Building Inspector II to Senior Building Inspector in order to provide the required level of service to applicants in the absence of the Deputy City Engineer position; and WHEREAS, staff has reviewed classification and compensation structures in comparable public agencies and determined that the Development Engineering Manager/Building Official position requires knowledge, aptitude and training consistent with Management Unit Range 62M and the Senior Building Inspector requires knowledge, aptitude and training consistent with Rohnert Park Employees' Association Range 50RP; and WHEREAS, the Fiscal Year 2020-21 and 2021-22 staffing plan and operational budgets for the Development Services Department can support this organization and salary structure based on a combination of anticipated permit revenue and reduced consultant services. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Rohnert Park that it does hereby approve the salary range and job description for the Development Engineering Manager/Building Official, which is attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and incorporated by this reference. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Rohnert Park that it does hereby approve the salary range and job description for the Senior Building Inspector, which is attached hereto as Exhibit B" and incorporated by this reference DULY AND REGULARLY ADOPTED this 271h day of April, 2021. CITY OF ROHNERT PARK Ge ice, Mayor — ATTEST: Sylvia Lope vas, City Clerk Attachments: Exhibit A—Development Engineering Manager/Building Official Job Description Exhibit B— Senior Building Inspector Job Description ADAMS:��Ap'�-L NARES: STAFFORD: ELWARD: GIUDICE: J AYES: ( ) OES: ( �j) ABSE ( �) ABSTAIe ) J Resolution 2021-038 2 EXHIBIT A DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING MANAGER/BUILDING OFFICIAL Salary Range 64M - $114,731.70 - $139,456.85 DEFINITION Plans, supervises, coordinates, and performs activities related to development engineering including site work, building inspection and enforcement of the Municipal Code, including the adopted Building Code. Reviews, issues, processes, and approves permits issued by the engineering and building divisions. As the Building Official, is the designated authority charged with the administration and enforcement of the California Building Standards Code. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Administrative direction is provided by the Director of Development Services. The Development Engineering Manager/Building Official provides supervision of the Building and Public Works Inspectors, Engineering Technicians, Community Development Assistants, Office Assistants, Code Compliance Officers, assigned to the Development Engineering Division, as well as managing consultants who perform work related to the review, approval and inspection of private development work. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS The Development Engineering Manager/Building Official is a division manager within Development Services and responsible for managing activities related building and engineering approvals for new development and redevelopment, including review and approval engineering and building plans and permits, building and site work inspection and enforcement. The Development Engineering Manager/Building Official manages subordinate staff and consultants and designs and implements programs and systems in conformance with general policy guidelines, standards, appropriate laws, codes and regulations. EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only) Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.  Provides complex, technical guidance to staff and external organizations, agencies and businesses related to site development and building construction.  Explains and interprets applicable codes and ordinances for contractors and the general public.  Facilitates the resolution of development related problems by identifying the issues of concern and working collaboratively with all stakeholders.  Represents the City in meetings with representatives of governmental agencies, architects, engineers, contractors, property and business owners and the public.  Handles difficult inquiries, complaints, and code enforcement issues and makes final determinations in situations requiring a Building Official's opinion.  Reviews building and site construction plans for adequate design and compliance with the City’s development conditions and Municipal Code.  Calculates appropriate permit and development fees; approves plans and issues permits. Development Engineering Manager/Building Official Page 2 of 4  Performs and supervises field inspections of all types of site development and building construction; assures that construction conforms to approved plans and specifications.  Conducts studies, prepares reports of findings, including recommendations and prepares updated codes for adoption.  Makes oral and written reports to Commissions and City Council.  Plans, organizes, assigns and coordinates field and office work related to new development and redevelopment including coordination with other City departments, outside agencies and consultants.  Supervises, trains, mentors, develops and evaluates the performance of assigned staff.  Assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, checklists and budgets.  May be called out any time of the day or night to determine safety of structures following emergencies and natural disasters.  Performs related duties as assigned. In performing the duties described above, the incumbent is expected to: • Provide outstanding and friendly customer service. • Create and maintain a respectful and collaborative working environment. • Communicate honestly and behave in a manner that is ethical, legal and fiscally responsible. • Demonstrates care for the organization, customers, and coworkers. • Performs work of the highest quality possible. • Practice and encourage initiative and innovation to improve the workplace. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of:  Federal, State, County, and City codes and ordinances relating to site development, plan review and building construction and structural requirements including low impact development and water efficient landscape requirements.  Methods, materials and techniques used in the design and construction of a variety of site development and building projects.  Procedures and legal processing of administrative hearings; subdivision improvement agreements; bonding securities; and insurance.  Acceptable health, safety, and fire standards in building construction.  Principles and techniques of building inspection, code enforcement and plan checking.  Principles and practices of supervision, training and customer service. Ability to:  Assign, direct, plan coordinate and evaluate the work of technical staff and consultants.  Establish goals and objectives and meet firm deadlines.  Interpret and explain provisions of applicable standards, ordinances, codes and conditions enforced by the City.  Handle difficult complaints and inquiries utilizing a collaborative, consensus-building, flexible and inclusive team approach.  Apply technical knowledge analyze conflicting information and develop solutions to problems.  Use sound inspection methods to explain workmanship and materials, and to detect deviations from plans, specifications, and standard installation practices.  Read and interpret plans, diagrams, and specifications in order to check for proper design, code, and ordinance compliance.  Make complex arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately.  Write clear and concise reports and prepare and deliver presentations. Development Engineering Manager/Building Official Page 3 of 4  Learn and apply new technology.  Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships, and provide excellent customer service.  Comprehend and draw inferences from codes, policies, and technical literature.  Conduct meetings using effective communication skills.  Exercise individual and innovative judgment and make timely and difficult decisions. Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in a related field and five years of work experience in a combination of building inspection, code enforcement, and plan checking of varied residential, commercial and industrial facilities, including two years in a lead or supervisory capacity. Licenses and Certifications:  Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment.  Within one year of appointment, the incumbent shall obtain a Building Official certification by the International Code Council (ICC) or its successor agency and undergo the necessary requirements to maintain this certification throughout employment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is performed both indoors in an engineering office environment and in the field at a variety of types of construction sites, including rough terrain, existing street areas and structures under construction. The position requires sitting, standing, walking on level, rough, and slippery surfaces; reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, grasping and making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties. Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various construction, City, and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds. The position also requires dexterity in climbing up to roofs, walking on roofs, and crawling under structures, along with the necessity of near and far vision, when comparing onsite construction conformance to approved plans. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS Employees primarily work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to potentially hazardous physical substances. Employees partially work in the field and may be exposed to hot and cold temperatures, inclement weather conditions, loud noise levels, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures and City codes. Development Engineering Manager/Building Official Page 4 of 4 Individuals in this position work in all weather conditions including wet, hot, and cold. The nature of the work may require climbing unusual heights on ladders, being around power, noise, and vibrating tools and being around moving vehicles and heavy equipment which subjects the employee to mechanical, electrical, and traffic hazards. FLSA Status: Exempt Employee Unit: Management Approved By: Date Approved: EXHIBIT B SENIOR BUILDING INSPECTOR Salary Range 50RP - $85,308.72 - $103,694.22 DEFINITION Under general direction, plans, organizes, assigns, supervises and coordinates the construction inspection activities of the Building division; reviews and resolves difficult and complex inspection and plan review issues and conflicts; provides technical staff assistance and direction; and performs related duties, as assigned. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general direction from the Development Engineering Manager/Building Official. Responsibilities may include direct and general supervision of technical, professional and clerical staff, including consultants, assigned to construction inspection and indirect supervision or coordination of other City staff who participate in construction inspection, plan review, intake counter, and code compliance. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS This is the full supervisory-level class in the Building Inspector series. Incumbents are responsible for supervising and performing construction inspection and plan review in the Building division of the Department of Development Services. The Senior Building Inspector is also responsible for attempting to resolve difficult inspection and plan review issues before they reach the management level; and for developing and maintaining an effective, customer service oriented team. EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only) Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.  Coordinates, assigns, and performs inspection and plan review of residential, commercial and industrial construction to ensure compliance with all pertinent codes, ordinances, rules and regulations.  Confers with legal, fire, public works, and other City staff regarding building, fire, life safety, zoning, and other code interpretations and applications.  Performs non-structural plan checking for completeness, accuracy, and code compliance for new construction, alterations, or remodeling of existing structures; ensures compliance with applicable codes and accepted engineering practices.  Reviews energy calculations to ensure compliance with State codes.  Performs grading inspections with an emphasis on drainable systems, compaction, subdrainage, and environmental protection.  Initiates minor field changes on contract projects not involving structural or architectural features.  Writes “stop work” notices for work being done without permits or in an unsafe manner.  Reviews plans and applications for building permits; issues building permits; makes final inspections and issues certificates of occupancy.  Investigates complaints regarding existing buildings or new construction to determine if code violations or problem conditions exist.  Reviews damaged buildings for safe occupancy after fires or other disasters and occurrences. Senior Building Inspector Page 2 of 4  Consults with the Development Engineering Manager/Building Official and City legal staff regarding legal aspects of building inspection and other matters; attends code interpretation meetings.  Confers with and provides information to developers, engineers, architects, property owners, contractors, and others regarding code requirements and alternatives; attends pre-construction meetings; resolves complaints and problems.  Conducts follow-up inspections to ensure compliance; establishes and maintains accurate and complete case files; prepares documents and evidence for court proceedings and testifies in hearings and court proceedings, as necessary.  Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions.  Provides technical information regarding codes and compliance methods and review and resolves difficult and complex inspection and plan review issues and conflicts independently and with other City staff, contractors, developers, architects, engineers, and the public.  Performs field inspections on special and complex code enforcement assignments.  Investigates and responds to a variety of inquiries, complaints and requests for service.  Evaluates processes and procedures and recommends and implements related service improvements.  Reviews completed building permits and plans to ensure that proper procedures have been carried out and ensures permit issuance and inspections are completed in a timely and professional manner.  Supports the maintenance of permit issued files and processing of expired permits.  Compiles and maintains statistics on inspection and permit status.  Participates in the development of systems, procedures, handouts, and other aids necessary to maintain and improve customer service.  Represents the Division and Department at various boards, commissions and professional groups.  Prepares and submits a variety of reports, memos and correspondence on permit issuance, permit expiration, and inspection-related matters.  Performs other related duties as assigned. In performing the duties described above, the incumbent is expected to: • Provide outstanding and friendly customer service. • Create and maintain a respectful and collaborative working environment. • Communicate honestly and behave in a manner that is ethical, legal and fiscally responsible. • Demonstrates care for the organization, customers, and coworkers. • Performs work of the highest quality possible. • Practice and encourage initiative and innovation to improve the workplace. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of:  Principles, practices, methods, materials, techniques, and safety standards of building construction, building inspection, and structural design for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings.  Concepts and practices of non-structural plan review.  Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and organizational policies and procedures governing the construction of assigned projects.  Occupational hazards and standard safety practices necessary in the area of building inspection and construction.  Safety equipment and practices related to the work, including safe driving rules and practices.  Mathematical principles including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. Senior Building Inspector Page 3 of 4  Record keeping principles and procedures.  Principles of providing functional direction and training.  Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.  The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.  Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination.  Computers and software programs to conduct, compile, and/or generate documentation.  Principles of effective supervision, training and customer service. Ability to:  Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, policies and procedures, and departmental policies governing the construction and inspection of buildings.  Review, understand, interpret, and analyze construction blueprints, plans, specifications, architect and engineering drawings, and maps for conformance with City standards and policies.  Detect faulty materials and workmanship and determine the stage of construction during which defects are most easily found and remedied.  Coordinate and deal with contractors, engineers, and property owners, as well as investigate building code violations and respond to inquiries and complaints in a fair, tactful, and timely manner.  Prepare clear, effective, and accurate reports, correspondence, change orders, specifications, and other written materials; maintain accurate and precise records.  Make accurate mathematic computations.  Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.  Make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines.  Effectively represent the department and the City in meetings with governmental agencies; community groups; various business, professional, and regulatory organizations; and in meetings with individuals.  Learn and understand the organization and operation of the City and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.  Effectively use computer systems, software applications, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.  Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.  Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.  Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.  Assign, direct, plan coordinate and evaluate the work of technical staff and consultants.  Assist subordinates with complex tasks or difficult situations.  Tactfully and effectively resolve conflicts and difficult situations while providing quality customer service.  Function effectively as a team leader. Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by specialized training in building inspection, supervision and public relations and sufficient years of increasingly responsible experience in inspection and plan review, permit issuance or code enforcement of residential, Senior Building Inspector Page 4 of 4 commercial and industrial construction, with experience in coordinating and assigning work. Licenses and Certifications:  Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment.  Possession of ICC certification, or equivalent, is required.  Possession of ICC certification, or equivalent, as a Commercial Combination Building Inspector is required within one (1) year of appointment.  Possession of ICC certification, or equivalent, as a Plans Examiner is desirable.  Possession of a certificate as a Certified Access Specialist (CASp) issued by the Division of the State Architect is desirable. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is performed both indoors in an engineering office environment and in the field at a variety of types of construction sites, including rough terrain, existing street areas and structures under construction. Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to inspect various commercial and residential development sites, including traversing uneven terrain, climbing ladders, stairs, and other temporary or construction access points; to attend meetings and to operate a motor vehicle; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and make inspections; color vision to identify materials, structures, wires, and pipes; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds. The position also requires dexterity in climbing up to roofs, walking on roofs, and crawling under structures, along with the necessity of near and far vision, when comparing onsite construction conformance to approved plans. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS Employees work partially in an office environment with moderate noise levels and controlled temperature conditions, and partially in the field and are occasionally exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives and contractors in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Employee Unit: Rohnert Park Employees’ Association (RPEA) Approved By: Date Approved: