Assistant Building and Safety Manager – Planning Department The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Assistant Building and Safety Manager in the Planning Department. In this role, you will assist in the overall management of the Building and Safety Division including planning, development, administration, and evaluation of operations. You will have the opportunity to: Manage the Permit Service Center and Plan Check program areas Assist in developing and implementing policies and programs Interpret codes and regulations for a variety of assignments Provide information to clients and community members Act as the Building and Safety Manager in their absence The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill a temporary vacancy not to exceed 1 year. See the full job class specification here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/berkeley/classspecs/959968 A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is: Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in civil or structural engineering or architecture and five (5) years of experience in the review of residential, commercial, and/or industrial building and construction plans, and specifications and the interpretation and enforcement of building codes and ordinances. Some lead or supervisory experience is desirable. Required Certifications Must possess a valid International Code Council (ICC) Plans Examiner Certification or Building Inspector Certification at time of application. Must possess a valid International Code Council (ICC) Building Official Certification within one year of appointment. Desirable Certifications Licensure as a California Structural or Civil Engineer or Architect is desirable. Certification as a a California State Certified Access Specialist (CASp) certification is highly desirable.
Other requirements: Must be able to travel to various locations within and outside the City of Berkeley to meet the program needs and to fulfill the job responsibilities. When driving on city business, the incumbent is required to maintain a valid California Driver's license, as well as a satisfactory driving record. Exam Process The exam process will include, but is not limited to: Application review for minimum qualifications and required documents Review of Supplemental Questionnaire Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content and may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The examination process and dates are subject to change. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any assessment component as needs dictate. Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment eligible list that hiring departments will use to conduct final selection interviews sated for the week of August 7, 2023.
Reasonable Accommodations: The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to hr@berkeleyca.gov at the time of application.

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