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*To be considered, you must upload a detailed resume and copy of your Certified Building Official (CBO) designation from the International Code Council (ICC) to your application.

Career Opportunity
The city of Las Vegas invites applications for the Deputy Community Development Director with our Community Development Department. The Deputy Community Development Director will assist the director in planning, directing, managing and overseeing the activities and operations of the Community Development Department and its divisions; directly supervise, plan and coordinate the activities and operations of the Department; coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, outside agencies and the general public; and provide highly responsible staff assistance to the Director, Community Development.

Ideal Candidate
This position shall oversee the Building & Safety operations of the Community Development Department and function as the city’s Certified Building Official. The ideal Certified Building Official is a customer-centered, solutions-oriented leader who understands the broader impact of regulatory decisions on development and the community. They are respected in the industry for their technical competence, ability to communicate clearly, and skill in building trust with staff, elected officials, and development partners. This individual leads with integrity, sets clear expectations, and consistently applies codes and policies with professionalism, honesty, and fairness.

Essential Functions

1. Assume management oversight for the day-to-day operations of department services and activities. Depending on area of assignment, may include administration, building code inspections, plans examination, building permits, planning, zoing, subdivision development, business licensing, business inspections and audits, and code enforcement.
2. Assist the director in establishing, within city policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery and work methods and procedures; allocate resource accordingly.
3. Assist the director in planning, directing and coordinating the department’s work plan through subordinate level supervisors; develop and implement goals, objectives, policies and priorities for each service area; assign projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; meet with management staff to identify and resolve problems.
4. Directly manage the organization, staffing and operational activities of the assigned divisions.
5. Assess and monitor workload, administration and supervisor’s support systems and internal reporting, identify opportunities for improvement.
6. Select professional, technical and support staff and ensure effective morale, productivity and discipline; plan, organize, administer, review and evaluate the activities of staff directly and through subordinate supervisors and managers; encourage and provide for staff training and professional development; interpret city policies and procedures for staff; work with employees to develop short and long term goals, monitor accomplishments, establish performance requirements and personal development targets and provide coaching for performance improvement and development. 
7. Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the department budget; approve the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; approve expenditures and implement budgetary adjustments as appropriate and necessary.
8. Explain, justify and defend department programs, policies and activities; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
9. Represent the Department to other city departments, elected officials and outside agencies; coordinate department activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations.
10. Provide staff assistance to the Director, Deputy City Managers and City Manager; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence; provide staff support to assigned boards and commissions.
11. Participate in regional government boards and committees.
12. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen, public, and business inquiries and complaints; evaluate and approve or disapprove public information requests, requiring subpoenas if necessary.
13. Attend and participate in professional group meetings in the absence of the director; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of building and safety administration.
14. Assist management in conducting briefings with City Council members on projects and reports.
15. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Knowledge of
Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
Management skills to analyze programs, policies, and operational needs.
Principles of management and organizational behavior.
Principles and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting.
Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
Departmental policies and procedures.
Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.

When Assigned to Building & Safety...
Operations, services and activities of building and safety programs, including building permit issuance, records retention, plans examination and inspection.
Legal aspects of building code administration and enforcement.
 

Ability to
Plan, organize, direct and review the work of lower level staff.
Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff.
Interpret and explain city policies and procedures.
Resolve problems and disputes.
Research, analyze and evaluate public service methods and techniques.
Delegate authority and responsibility.
Manage and direct the operations, services and activities of the assigned divisions.
Identify and respond to community and City Council issues, concerns and needs.
Develop and administer departmental goals, objectives and procedures.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Interpret and apply federal, state and local policies, laws and regulations.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Prepare clear and concise reports.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including city officials and the general public.
Facilitate meetings with stakeholders of diverse viewpoints, resolve issues and build consensus.
Seek and accept input and assistance from others.
Empower employees by demonstrating confidence in their ability to be successful.
Support creative thinking and problem solving by encouraging feedback.
Exercise initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.