<p>GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CLASS</p> <p>This is a highly responsible managerial position involving municipal building inspection and enforcement of construction codes. The employee in this job classification manages the Building Inspection Division. Tasks are of unusual difficulty and involve directing, through subordinate supervisory personnel, the activities of various sections responsible for the administration of municipal building, electrical, plumbing, gas, mechanical, energy, handicapped accessibility, flood control codes, and related ordinances. Such codes ensure that all construction and other work accomplished in the City of Lakeland meets the technical standards for workmanship and safety. An essential duty of the employee is to administer codes effectively and impartially to promote the health, welfare, and safety of the City's citizenry. The employee must be thoroughly knowledgeable of the existing municipal codes and keep abreast of changes and trends in building inspection and construction codes. Work is performed under the administrative direction of the Economic Development Assistant Director, requiring that the employee exercise extensive initiative and independent judgment in policy and program formulation for the Division. Initiative and independent judgment are also necessary to contact municipal officials, architects, engineers, developers, contractors, and the general public. Work is reviewed through conferences, reports submitted, and results obtained.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</p> <ul> <li>Directs the activities of various sections of the Building Inspection Division in the administration of municipal, building, electrical, plumbing, gas, mechanical, energy, handicapped accessibility, and flood control codes and related ordinances; establishes inspection workload standards; reviews documentation of inspection activities to ensure that standards are met, and code enforcement is effective; authorizes the initiation of legal proceedings when other means of achieving code compliance are deemed infeasible. </li><li>Researches, formulates, and drafts new and amended codes and ordinances related to building inspection and construction codes; coordinates initiation and implementation with the City Attorney's Office. </li><li>Coordinates Division activities with the activities of other municipal agencies such as the Electric and Water Utilities, Fire, Public Works, Risk Management, Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts, and other divisions of the Community Development Department; maintains awareness of changes and trends in the building inspection and construction codes field; researches and develops recommendations on building inspection programs; prepares and presents oral and written reports. </li><li>Performs administrative duties for the Division, including the development of personnel policies and procedures, budget formulation, program evaluation, and operating policy formulation; recommends personnel actions such as employment, promotions, transfers, demotions, suspensions, and dismissals; administers required discipline; responds to employee grievances; and completes employee performance evaluations. </li><li>Meets with attorneys, architects, contractors, engineers, and developers regarding compliance with codes, building construction requirements, materials, and practices; performs reviews or makes inspections of building construction projects that may have difficult problems involved. </li><li>Ensures timely and accurate issuance of permits, certificates of occupancy, and related documents. </li><li>Conducts training and guides staff to ensure consistent interpretation and enforcement of codes. </li><li>Resolves complex technical and code-related issues with architects, engineers, contractors, and property owners. </li><li>Develops and recommends policies, procedures, and operational standards for the Division. </li><li>Oversees and interprets the application of the Florida Building Code, reviews alternate construction methods and materials to assist in developing code solutions, and provides guidance on code compliance. </li><li>Coordinates with other City departments. </li><li>Conducts complex field inspections and meets with designers, contractors, and owners to assist in meeting development goals while ensuring compliance with applicable codes. </li><li>Supports and implements the culture, customer service objectives, tone, spirit/intent, and management objectives under the Department Director. </li><li>Monitors, develops, and implements solutions and improvements to the City's inspection and permitting software, including internal and external customer service automations. </li><li>May be required to participate and/or facilitate training to support departmental or City initiatives and requirements. </li><li>May be required to work alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operation of the department. </li><li>Position is designated as Mission Critical. </li></ul> <p>QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE)</p> <p>You must comply with one of the following eligibility requirements and certifications:</p> <ul> <li>High school diploma from an accredited school or a GED. </li><li>Demonstrates 10 years combined experience as an architect, engineer, plans examiner, building code inspector, registered or certified contractor, or construction superintendent, with at least five years of such experience in supervisory positions. </li></ul> <p>Or</p> <ul> <li>Demonstrates a combination of post-secondary education in the field of construction or a related field, no more than five years being applied, and experience as an architect, engineer, plans examiner, building code inspector, registered or certified contractor, or construction superintendent, which totals 10 years, with at least five years of such total experience being in supervisory positions </li></ul> <p>And</p> <ul> <li>Must possess a Standard Class certificate as a Building Code Administrator from the Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board. </li></ul> <p>Or</p> <ul> <li>Certified Building Official certification from the International Code Council, in which case the employee has six months from the date of hire to obtain the Florida Building Code Administrator certificate. </li></ul> <p>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:</p> <ul> <li>Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. </li><li>Must possess and maintain a valid telephone number. </li><li>An incumbent in this position is required to file a financial disclosure statement with the State of Florida in accordance with Florida Statutes, Chapter 112, Part III. This filing must be completed within 30 days of appointment and annually thereafter, no later than July 1 of each year in which the individual serves in this position. </li></ul> <p>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES</p> <p>KNOWLEDGE:</p> <ul> <li>Management and supervisory techniques. </li><li>Municipal codes and ordinances administered by the Building Inspection Division. </li><li>The principles and practices of the building inspection and construction codes field. </li></ul> <p>ABILITIES:</p> <ul> <li>Establish and maintain effective working relationships with municipal and other governmental officials, architects, engineers, contractors, representatives of business organizations, other employees, and the general public. </li><li>Conduct analytical studies and draw sound conclusions. </li><li>Analyze Division operations and establish necessary operating and personnel policies and procedures. </li><li>Manage the work of a diverse staff. </li><li>Prepare oral and written reports and impart them effectively. </li></ul> <p>WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:</p> <ul> <li>Sedentary work with some walking or standing, exerting up to 10 pounds of force regularly, and routine keyboard use. </li><li>Occasional climbing of ladders/scaffolding, etc., and crawling under buildings. </li><li>Occasional exposure to dusts, pollen, extreme heat/cold, wet/humid conditions, traffic, electrical shock, and heights. </li><li>Normal visual acuity, field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception, and texture perception. </li></ul> <p>This job description outlines the general nature and level of work and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties or qualifications. Management reserves the right to modify or assign additional responsibilities as needed.</p> <p>All City of Lakeland positions are subject to testing (e.g. written, oral, performance, computerized, interview, and/or any combination). Candidates selected for testing will be notified via email or telephone. Please check your e-mail and telephone messages regularly, including "junk" folders. Test times and locations to be announced.</p> <p>The City of Lakeland is a drug free workplace. This position is considered a mandatory testing position, which is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. All City of Lakeland positions are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing. As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass the pre-employment drug test in accordance with Florida Statute 440.102.</p> <p>THE CITY OF LAKELAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS EMPLOYER AND A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE</p> <p>City of Lakeland</p> <p>2026 Summary Sheet</p> <p>Annual Leave</p> <p>Annual leave is accumulated bi-weekly and based upon years of service as follows:</p> <p>Annual leave may be taken as earned by employees hired after January 1, 1989. Employees hired prior to that date use annual leave within the calendar year following the year the leave is earned. All employees may carry over up to a maximum of twenty (20) days at the end of the calendar year. Regular part-time employees who work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue annual leave at the rate of four (4) hours per month.*</p> <p>Sick Leave</p> <p>Sick rate is accrued biweekly based upon years of service and standard hour classification. Eligible for use as soon as earned. Regular part-time employees who work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue sick leave at the rate of four (4) hours per month.</p> <ul> <li>NOTE: REGULAR employees with a working day other than eight (8) hours, please contact your supervisor regarding these policies. </li></ul> <p>Sick Leave Pool</p> <p>Allows employees to receive sick leave benefits in cases involving catastrophic or long-term illnesses or injuries after all personal leave time has been depleted. Regular full-time employees contribute eight (8) hours and Regular part-time employees contribute four (4) hours on an annual basis. Employees must have completed one full year of service on or before December 31st of the calendar year enrollment; and have accumulated at least forty (40) hours of sick time (twenty (20) hours for Regular part-time employees). Participation in this program is voluntary.</p> <p>For more information contact Amanda Kaiser at 834-8768</p> <p>Family & Medical Leave</p> <p>Federal legislation guarantees up to twelve (12) weeks per year off work under certain circumstances outlined in the policy manual. The employees must have been employed by the City for at least twelve (12) months and have at least 1,250 hours of service during the 12-month period before the requested leave. The City will continue its group life and health insurance for an employee on leave at the same level and under the same conditions that existed while the employee was working.</p> <p>For more information contact Dawn Justice at 834-6038.</p> <p>Pension Plan</p> <p>Provision for retirement income requiring mandatory participation for full-time regular employees.</p> <p>Defined Benefit Plan:</p> <p>Plan C Employee 4.52%</p> <p>Employer 15.54%</p> <p>OR</p> <p>Defined Contribution Plan:</p> <p>Executives, New Hires aged 52 and older, and Fire/Police Recruits</p> <p>Employee 8.5% or 11% per election upon hire</p> <p>Employer 15.54%</p> <p>Deferred Compensation 457 Plan:</p> <p>A voluntary plan that is invested in mutual funds. The Employees' Pension Board performs the due diligence on the mutual funds. Employees may reallocate their account at any time.</p> <p>Maximum contribution for 2026 is $24,500; employees age 50 or older can also add a "catch-up" amount of $8,000; employees age 60-63 can also add a "catch-up" amount of $11,250.</p> <p>Additionally, a match of up to 5% of salary is offered by the City in Plan C.</p> <p>Holidays</p> <p>Twelve (12) holidays, includes one (1) personal floating holiday to be used at any time after three (3) months of employment and prior to the end of the calendar year.</p> <p>Funeral Leave</p> <p>Up to three (3) days off with pay due to death of an immediate family member (as defined in the policy manual). Up to four (4) hours off with pay may be obtained through supervisor approval to attend local funeral services of persons other than immediate family.</p> <p>Jury/Witness Duty</p> <p>Employees required to serve on jury duty will be relieved of responsibility for their regular work shift or portion thereof and receive full pay while serving. All fees received for such service may be retained by the employee. Employees subpoenaed to any civil or criminal court proceeding, which employee is not personally or monetarily interested, shall be paid as if engaged in regular work activities.</p> <p>Military Leave</p> <p>Allows for up to 240 hours in any one calendar year for annual military training without loss of pay or benefits for any employee in some type of reserve status for the United States Armed Forces. (see policy manual for additional information).</p> <p>Maternity Leave</p> <p>Refer to Family & Medical Leave for those employees who qualify. Others may take up to three (3) months leave of absence available upon approval of the Department Head. Employees may opt to utilize any combination of paid (sick or annual leave) or unpaid leave.</p> <p>Leave of Absence Without Pay</p> <p>Written requests are subject to approval by Department Head and City Manager or designee for less than ninety (90) days. Requests for more than ninety (90) days also require Civil Service Board approval for employees in a Civil Service classification.</p> <p>Longevity Pay</p> <p>Tuition Reimbursement</p> <p>Program provides employees up to $2,500 per fiscal year (October 1 through September 30) for reimbursement of tuition of approved college, university, vocational, or correspondence classes upon completion with a grade of "C" or better in credit courses only. Full reimbursement is given for courses and fees, upon approval. The program does not include reimbursement for cost of books, supplies or other related expenses.</p> <p>For more information, contact Melissa Yelnick at 834-6844.</p> <p>Suggestion Awards</p> <p>A program designed to provide a consistent and organized method for employees to submit and be rewarded for constructive ideas for improvement. Maximum award is $1000.</p> <p>For additional information, contact Employee Engagement and Development at 834-6837.</p> <p>Direct Deposit of Paycheck (refer to handout in new employee folder)</p> <p>An account must be established with the institution of your choice prior to signing up for direct deposit.</p> <p>Uniforms/Equipment</p> <p>Uniforms issued at no cost to employees for those job classifications which require them. Equipment is issued to employees at either no cost or discounted cost depending upon job classification.</p> <p>Parking</p> <p>Free while at work.</p> <p>Break Periods</p> <p>Employees may be permitted two (2), fifteen (15) minute breaks during the workday. The time shall be at the discretion of the supervisor.</p> <p>For Information on Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance please contact Benefits at 834-6797.</p> <p>For Information on Retirement Benefits, contact the Retirement Services at 834-8765 or 834-8797.</p> <p>For Information on Firefighter and Police Officer Retirement Benefits, contact Foster & Foster at 239-333-4872.</p> <p>01</p> <p>Please indicate your highest level of education.</p> <ul> <li>Less than a High School Diploma or GED </li><li>High School Diploma or GED </li><li>Some College - less than 30 credit hours </li><li>Some College - 30 credit hours, but less than 60 credit hours </li><li>Associate's Degree or 60 credit hours </li><li>90 Credit Hours </li><li>Bachelor's Degree or 120 credit hours </li><li>Master's Degree </li><li>Doctorate Degree </li></ul> <p>02</p> <p>If you have a degree, please indicate the specific area of study for your degree.</p> <p>03</p> <p>How many years of experience do you have as an architect, engineer, plans examiner, building code inspector, registered or certified contractor, or construction superintendent?</p> <ul> <li>No experience </li><li>Some experience, but less than 1 year </li><li>At least 1 year, but less than 5 years </li><li>At least 5 years, but less than 6 years </li><li>At least 6 years, but less than 7 years </li><li>At least 7 years, but less than 8 years </li><li>At least 8 years, but less than 9 years </li><li>At least 9 years but less than 10 years </li><li>10 years or more </li></ul> <p>04</p> <p>Please provide a narrative supporting your answer to the above question. Be sure to include specific job title(s), job duties, organization(s) and the dates where the work was performed. Note: The employers and dates of employment you list here must also be included in the "Work Experience" section of this job application.</p> <p>05</p> <p>Do you have five years of supervisory experience as an architect, engineer, plans examiner, building code inspector, registered or certified contractor, or construction superintendent?</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>06</p> <p>Please provide a narrative supporting your answer to the above question. Be sure to include specific job title(s), job duties, organization(s) and the dates where the work was performed. Note: The employers and dates of employment you list here must also be included in the "Work Experience" section of this job application.</p> <p>07</p> <p>Do you have a Standard Class certificate as a Building Code Administrator from the Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board? If yes, you must attach a copy of the certificate with your application.</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>08</p> <p>Do you have a Certified Building Official certification from the International Code Council? If yes, you must attach a copy of the certificate with your application. *Please note, you will have six months from the date of hire to obtain the Florida Building Code Administrator certificate.</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>09</p> <p>By clicking "Yes" below, I understand that all relevant work experience MUST be entered in the "Work Experience" section on my application. In addition, all current City of Lakeland employees must list all previous City of Lakeland work experience in the "Work Experience" section of the application. Failure to complete the "Work Experience" section will disqualify you from the application process.</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>Required Question</p> <p>Employer City of Lakeland, Civil Service</p> <p>Address 500 N Lake Parker Avenue</p> <p>Lakeland, Florida, 33801</p> <p>Phone (863)834-8790</p> <p>Website http://www.lakelandgov.net/employmentservices</p>