DEADLINE TO APPLY: Apply by 11:59PM on Monday, April 20, 2026
THE POSITION:
This position oversees the work of the Building Division, inclusive of managing permit technicians, plan checkers, building inspectors, and support staff, they are responsible for enforcing the adopted building codes as well as ensuring construction projects comply with federal and state laws and ordinances. Performs contract administration, project management, and coordinates activities with various outside agencies, contractors, municipalities, and other departments; manages the effective use of division resources to improve organizational productivity and customer service.
The mission of the Development Services Department is to help manage the future development of Hayward, to ensure the economic and environmental health of the community and a high quality of life for its residents, protect the health and safety of the community through building inspection and enforcement of codes and standards, and provide new housing opportunities for the residents of the City.
You are:
You are a dynamic leader with a robust background in building code administration and a genuine passion for enhancing community safety and development. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in either a municipal building division or a comprehensive background in construction and the trades with building inspection and staff supervision experience. Preference will be given to those who possess or have begun working toward their Building Official certification.
Success in this role requires the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and effectively manage high-pressure situations. We seek an individual who excels in collaborative leadership, serving as a supportive manager and mentor. Strong, dynamic communication skills are essential for fostering positive relations and driving team success. Together, you will help shape a safer, more vibrant community for all. The ideal candidate will foster relationships with Code Enforcement Officers, and Fire and Hazmat Inspectors in providing code analysis to a complex and challenging construction environment.
Essential Duties:
What you will do:
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
- Assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for the division.
- Plans, organizes, controls, and evaluates the functions and activities of the Building Inspection Division, including building inspections, electrical inspections, plumbing and mechanical inspections, plan checking, and issuance of permits.
- Establishes, improves, schedules, and coordinates the plan checking and building inspection procedures of the City.
- Maintains close coordination between various City departments for the plan check and building inspection functions.
- Makes presentations to public agencies, business and civic groups, and other organizations regarding code and safety-related issues.
- Assists in the preparation and administration of the budget, including recommendations for establishing and adjusting plan check and inspection fees.
- Serves as staff liaison and provides recommendations to the Building Abatement Hearing Panel and various citizen advisory committees.
- Supervises, trains, and evaluates subordinate professional, technical, and clerical personnel.
- Determines code interpretations in complex and unclear cases.
- Provides leadership and motivation to expand staff knowledge and provides excellent customer service.
- Performs related work as necessary.
Link to full job description: City Building Official
CORE COMPETENCIES
Knowledge of:
- Civil engineering principles, practices, and methods as related to structural engineering.
- Principles and practices of personnel and budget management.
- Principles and practices of the Uniform Building, Housing, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical Codes, Green Building Code and practices, and pertinent federal, state, and county codes and laws.
- Principles of structural design, engineering mathematics, flood and soil engineering, knowledge of unreinforced masonry structures and concrete tilt-up and soft story retrofit practices.
- Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Ability to:
- Effectively organize, direct, and coordinate the activities of a program.
- Analyze, interpret, and check complex plans, specifications, calculations, laws, and regulations.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain cooperative relations with coworkers, the public and community.
- Supervise, train, and evaluate subordinate professional, technical, and clerical personnel.
- Interpret codes for the general public, contractors, architects, engineers, and other development professionals.
- Perform building inspections in the field as needed.
- Provide assistance in the resolution of difficult field inspection problems and disagreements with contractors and homeowners.
JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:
You have:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience of a supervisory, administrative, or professional nature in the design, construction, and inspection of public, commercial, industrial or residential buildings.
Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major work in structural, mechanical, or civil engineering, architecture, or a closely related field.
License: Possession and maintenance of a valid Class C California Driver's License. Possession of Certification as Building Official by International Code Council (ICC) is required within one (1) year of appointment. Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a professional engineer in the State of California is desirable.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to: work in a standard office environment and use standard office equipment and current software; safely drive to various locations throughout the City and County to manage, direct, coordinate and/or participate in meetings and community events in a variety of community settings and weather conditions; make effective presentations to public audiences; perform building inspections in the field on an infrequent, as-needed basis; conduct City business during day and evening hours, including occasional weekend and irregular hours; grasp, perform repetitive hand movements and fine coordination to prepare documents and data using a computer keyboard and mouse/trackball; sit for prolonged periods of time; stand, walk, reach, bend and safely lift and move equipment and materials weighing up to 35 pounds; converse by telephone, by email, in person, and before small and large groups, and be clearly understood; read and comprehend legal, technical and complex documents; interact with the public and all different levels of City staff in an effective and professional manner. Essential functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supplemental Information:
BENEFITS AND REWARDS:
Depending on employee group, some of these benefits may include:
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Vacation - 80 hours minimum
- 15.5 Paid Holidays
- Generous employer contribution for Health, Dental and Vision coverage
- CalPERS Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (2.5% at 55 for Classic CalPERS members | 2.0% at 62 for New CalPERS members | 3.0% at 50 for Classic Safety members | 2.7% at 57 for New Safety Members) - No Social Security participation.
- Life and Disability Insurance and Paid Leave
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health and Wellness Reimbursement
- Professional Development Reimbursement
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (employee paid)
SELECTION PROCEDURE
Apply - submit a completed City of Hayward job application, license, and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, which fully describe the nature of their professional experience and qualifications.
Application Review -
A. Minimum qualifications
B. Completion of the supplemental questionnaire
The rating of the supplemental questions may determine application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.
Job Related Testing -
Oral Panel Interview - Tentatively Scheduled for early/mid December
The examination process will result in a ranked eligible register of candidates for hiring consideration by the department derived from any of the exam processes mentioned above.
Department Interviews - Actual hire depends on success in the departmental selection process. Include specific or approximate dates here.
Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employment background/reference check that may include, but is not limited to: employment history verification, medical evaluation, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. Some positions, depending on the nature of the work, also require a credit check and a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting.
Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they can receive email notice from Neogov/Government Jobs and the City of Hayward.
The City of Hayward reserves the right to modify the selection process as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity.
APPLICATIONSCandidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.GovernmentJobs.com. Paper applications can be obtained by visiting the Human Resources Department at Hayward City Hall located at 777 B Street, Hayward, CA 94541. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least one (1) hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system. Our on-line application system is provided by Government Jobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact the Government Jobs Help Desk at (855) 524-5627.
The City of Hayward is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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