Assistant Building Official - City of Port St. Lucie, FL : Job Details

Salary : $120,681.60 Annually

Location : Port St. Lucie FL 34984, FL

Job Type : FULL-TIME

Job Number : 202502952

Department : BUILDING DEPARTMENT

Opening Date : 05 / 22 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

POSITION SUMMARY

Please note that this is an external job posting intended for non-city employees. If you are a current city employee applying through this posting, your application will not be reviewed with other internal candidates. In order to be considered with internal candidates, please apply on the internal posting by clicking HERE

This position requires the applicant to successfully pass a drug screening.

This position is Essential and is required to report to duty before, during, and immediately after a civil emergency.

Under the general direction of the Building Code Administrator, serves as a key member of leadership team with direct responsibility for effectively managing the Plan Review and Inspection activities of the Building Department. Managerial and professional support work assisting the Director in the implementation and follow-up of designated projects. Works as a Team to support the city and department strategic plan and goals. Facilitates the development of public trust and confidence in the City.

The starting salary range for this position is $120,701.50 - $138,806.72, depending on the qualifications

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The following duties are illustrative for this position. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Keeps the mission, vision and values of the City of Port St. Lucie at the forefront of decision making and action; builds strategic and collaborative relationships and interacts with others in a way that builds confidence and trust; provides excellent customer service by taking action to accomplish objectives, maintains high levels of work and productivity by generating innovative solutions to work situations.
• Interprets Building Codes, City Codes and applicable state and federal regulations. Meets with contractors, developers, architects, engineers and the general public.
• Attend various meetings; make presentations to realtors, businesses, stakeholders, homeowner associations, city council and other groups as needed.
• May conduct field inspections when necessary.
• Investigates and provides written responses to internal and external complaints. Oversees preparation of cases and directs staff to present them to appropriate boards or court.
• May oversee Emergency Management and / or FEMA documentation for department.
• May oversee all City building construction projects.
• Acts as Building Official in his / her absence.
• Communicates daily, verbally and in writing, concerning governing regulations and specialized functions of the department. Performs highly responsible administrative and semi-technical work.
• Communicates with the general public, contractors, consultants and other City departments and acts consistently within the guidelines of Federal and State regulations, City Codes / ordinances, and other local governments as required to support the effective operations of the Building Department.
• Works with the Building Code Administrator to monitor the Building Department succession plan, make adjustments to the plan and recommend training for staff in accordance with the details of the plan.
• Conducts, modifies and reviews department procedures including standard operating procedures, internal audits and quality assurance audits.
• Attend special meetings such as City Council Meetings, etc.
• Represents the department on various committees and groups as assigned by the Building Official.
• Monitors status of city construction projects and provide reviews on Building Department owned properties.
• Participate in training events, public awareness events and classes.
• Participate in the implementation and maintenance of the Department's accreditation program.
• Acts as liaison and attends meetings between the Building Department and other City departments and / or regulatory agencies.
• Assists in the development of short- and long-term goals of the department. Has a thorough understanding of the City's Strategic plan and how the goals / principles apply to the department.
• Assists in the development and implementation of operating policies, procedures and standards for efficient and effective operation and maintenance of department. Assures compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Coordinates and oversees functions of Contractors Examination Board and Contractor Licensing division functions.
• May oversee Building Department construction projects and upgrades.
• Other duties as may be assigned.
• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the City's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree of Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field required. Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of Building Construction with Five (5) years being in a high management / supervisory position required.

A comparable amount of training, education, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, and crouch. The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions that may be adverse and extreme (heat, humidity, cold, rain, etc.). The employee is frequently exposed to noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, uneven surfaces, heights, and stressful situations. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The office environment is fast-paced.

12 paid holidays per year

Vacation Leave : 1-3 years- 10 days

4-9 years- 15 days

10-19 years- 20 days

20+ years- 25 days

PT employees accrue depending on hours worked

Personal Days :

2 days for non-exempt employees per year

3 days for exempt employees per year

Sick Time :

FT employees accrue 8 hours per month

PT employees accrue 4 hours per month

Retirement Plan :

The City contributes an amount equal to 11.4% of an eligible employee's biweekly earnings into a 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan. Employee contributes 1%.

457 Deferred Compensation Plan and Roth IRA

50,000 Basic Term Life Insurance

50,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Health, Vision and Dental Insurance

Optional Benefits :

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Wellness Program

Health Reimbursement Account

Employee Assistance Plan

Supplemental Life

Legal insurance

The of City Port St. Lucie provides a wide array of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. For additional details on benefits offer by the City of Port St. Lucie, see the link below.

Do you have a minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of Building Construction?

Do you possess a State of Florida mandated Building Code Administrator License or the ability to obtain it within 12 months of date of hire?

Do you have at minimum a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline?

Do you have a valid driver's license?

Do you have a clean driving history?

Do you have at least five (5) years being in a high management / supervisory position?

Do you have a valid Professional Engineer / Architect license in the State of Florida or the ability to obtain State licensure within 18 months of the date of hire?

Required Question