The City is looking to fill one (1) vacancy as a Building Official, in the Community Development Department. The Building Official reports to and works closely with the Community Development Director and serves as a key member of the Department's management team. This position collaborates with Community Development staff and across departments. The Building Official directly supervises permit technicians, plan checkers, and building inspectors (both in-house and contract staff). The position plays a pivotal role in overseeing and coordinating all Building Division activities and operations. Key responsibilities include: managing all functions of the Building Division; overseeing the issuance of structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits and inspections; supporting administrative functions such as fee development, regulation review and reporting; ensuring compliance with state and local regulations; and, leading, monitoring and evaluating day to day operations. This role requires strong leadership and supervisory skills, as well as a service-oriented mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement.

The Ideal Candidate
The City of El Cerrito seeks a local government professional with a strong "service-first" mindset and a proactive, collaborative approach. The ideal Building Official will be a technically competent individual who is self-motivated, and is capable of working both independently and as a part of a team. Exceptional communication skills and an empathetic, solutions-oriented attitude are essential – especially when handling customer concerns and resolving issues.

The City and the Director are seeking a capable and forward-thinking leader who is enthusiastic about providing training, coaching, and mentoring, and who can proactively identify and manage supervisory challenges. The ideal candidate will bring a strong commitment to managing the Division to provide high quality, innovative, and professional services, while continuously seeking opportunities for improvement when needed. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, comfort with new technologies, and a solid understanding of budgeting. This position is ideal for an individual who is flexible, confident, curious, open-minded and solutions-oriented, and who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be personable, approachable, and able to effectively engage with residents, contractors and staff. They will bring a calm, even-keeled demeanor and thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism and composure.