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City of Austin - JOB DESCRIPTION

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Construction & Inspection Services Program Manager
FLSA: Standard/Exempt EEO Category: (20) Professionals
Class Code: 15302 Salary Grade: XN3
Approved: July 01, 2013 Last Revised: September 11, 2017

Purpose:
  Under general direction of the Division Manager, works independently, and is responsible for performing supervisory and administrative work to develop, organize, and manage core programs, projects, and activities related to construction and inspection.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
  Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
1. Ensure compliance with the Land Development Code or Standard Specifications. Resolve customer issues with development projects. 

2. Manage quality control activities including the coordination of projects and processes with other divisions, departments, and outside contractors.

3. Prepare and present training program on technical codes, local amendments, Standard Specifications and other construction issues to inspectors, city staff and stakeholders.

4. Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures; and assist or lead projects and programs. 

5. Coordinate with other departments and divisions during emergency situations. 

6. Assist the Division Manager and act for the Division Manager in his absence.
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
 
Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling and recommendation for dismissal. 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
• Knowledge of modern principles, practices, and methods of construction and inspection.
• Knowledge of complex plans and review processes for compliance with the technical codes, zoning codes or standard specifications.
• Knowledge of supervisory and management techniques.
• Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws that pertain to construction practices.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to facilitate and deliver training.
• Ability to utilize a computer.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
• Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in planning, organizing, data analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with other city employees and the public. 
Minimum Qualifications:
 
Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Planning, Architecture, Engineering, Construction Sciences or related field. plus five (5) years of relevant related experience, two (2) of which were in a lead or supervisory capacity.

Experience may substitute for education up to the maximum of four (4) years.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
 
Certifications/training required by Department Career Development Plan.
Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License.
Have or obtain required International Code Council certifications, if required.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.